Teacher:

Music

• Forest Grove Middle School 2026-2027 Worcester Public Schools Forest Grove Middle School
• Worcester, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps WPS Anticipated
• Worcester, Massachusetts Open in

Google Maps Job Details Job ID:

5886113

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday Starting Date:

Aug 27, 2026

Job Description SUBJECT:

Teacher

• Music

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

ACCOUNTABILITY OBJECTIVE

This position is accountable for assuming the responsibility for delivering high quality instructional experience through creativity, resourcefulness and sound judgment consistent with the curriculum frameworks, standards and the rules and regulations of the Worcester Public Schools.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

(to be included along with other responsibilities) 1. Responsible for remaining up to date regarding curriculum content. 2. Responsible for effective planning and assessment of curriculum and instruction. 3. Responsible for mentoring students' understanding of the curriculum effectively and adjusting instruction, materials, or assessments, when appropriate. 4. Responsible for effective management of classroom environment. 5. Responsible for effective instruction, which includes making learning goals clear to the students, using appropriate instructional and questioning techniques. 6. Responsible for using innovative approaches, and instructional strategies, including the effective use of technologies, to increase student learning and confidence to learn. 7. Responsible for the promotion of high standards and expectations for student achievement. 8. Responsible for the promotion of equity and appreciation of diversity to ensure equitable opportunities for student learning, including, for implementing specific strategies for students with special needs, with 504 plans and\or second language learners. 9. Responsible for assuring equal educational opportunity to all individuals regardless of race, color, gender, age, marital status, religion, gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, homelessness, or disability. 10.Performance of other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. MA DESE License

• Music:

  Vocal/Instrumental/General
• ALL 2.

Bachelor's Degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs 2. Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese or an African Language. 3. Demonstrated experience with second language acquisition 4. SEI Endorsement

WORK YEAR

185 days

SALARY:

Salary scale shown is based on the candidate holding a Bachelor's Degree with the potential to increase dependent on the highest level of education.

TO APPLY

Any person interested in this position must submit a resume, cover letter, licensure, and answer all questions on-line at https://worcesterschools.org/about/employment-opportunities This deadline date does not preclude further advertisement or recruitment.

Position Type:

Full-time Salary:

$61,410 to $91,240

Per Year Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Music Education Welcome to Forest Grove Middle School, WPS Anticipated Our Focus Statement The instructional focus of Forest Grove Middle School is to implement an inclusive, school wide program to develop the skills of our students in the area of reading comprehension to the level of proficiency minimally and advancement optimally. View School Improvement Plan for more details about our school., Equal Opportunity Employer The Worcester Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Educational Institution and does not discriminate regardless of race, color, ancestry, sex, gender, age, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, pregnancy or a related condition, veteran status or homelessness. The Worcester Public Schools provides equal access to employment and the full range of general, occupational and vocational education programs. For more information relating to Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action contact the Human Resource Manager, 20 Irving Street, Worcester, MA 01609, 508-799-3020. Job Requirements To maximize the effectiveness of your application, it is recommended that you provide a cover letter which describes the specific training and experience that you have for the position(s) that you are applying for and that you ensure that the certification information in your SchoolSpring profile is updated. Your MA DESE certification number will allow us to verify that you possess the correct license. Please ensure that your SchoolSpring resume, specifically, is updated as this will be used to determine your Degree and Step placement on the Teachers salary Citizenship, residency or work visa required Contact Information Greg Tremba , Principal 495 Grove Street Worcester, Massachusetts 01605

Phone:

508-799-3420

Fax:

508-799-8218

Email:

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