K-8 Music Teacher

Position: K–8 Music Teacher

Type: Full-Time, Annual Appointment
Location: Mystic Valley Regional Charter School, Malden, MA

Position Summary

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in music education, a passion for teaching. This role emphasizes cultivating musical skills, encouraging artistic expression, and preparing students for performance opportunities through engaging, skill-based instruction.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement engaging, goal-driven lessons that promote creativity and musical growth

• Regularly assess and document student progress; provide timely feedback through report cards and progress reports

• Foster a structured, positive learning environment by consistently applying MVRCS’s assertive discipline model

• Participate in professional development, staff meetings, and department planning sessions

• Support and lead school-wide musical events, concerts, and performances

• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Assistant Director

Qualifications

• Experience teaching music and/or conducting string ensembles

• Ability to adapt instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners across multiple grade levels

• Strong classroom management and organizational skills

• Commitment to inspiring student engagement, creativity, and performance readiness

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to analyze student performance and adjust instructional strategies accordingly

• Collaborative mindset and a demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues

• Knowledge of state and federal education laws and school policiest

Additional Information

This is a full-time position with a yearly contract, subject to annual performance evaluation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Mystic Valley Regional Charter School is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.