Teacher: Music (Strings Focused)- Burncoat Middle/High School 2026-2027

Teacher:

Music (Strings Focused)- Burncoat Middle/High School 2026-2027 Worcester Public Schools - 3.6 Worcester, MA Job Details Full-time $61,410 - $113,833 a year 8 hours ago Qualifications Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description SUBJECT:

Teacher - Music (Strings Focused)

REPORTS TO

Building Principals

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.

Course load includes:

Focus on Strings, Music Appreciation, String Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra and private, semi-private lessons as required. Burncoat Middle and High Schools have multiple performances annually and teachers are expected to prepare students for events as well as regional, state and national competitions.

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 - ALL2. Bachelor's Degree

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Demonstrated experience supporting students with special needs2. Ability to speak Albanian, Arabic, Nepali, Portuguese, Spanish, Vietnamese or an African Language.3. Demonstrated experience with second language acquisition

WORK YEAR

185 days.

SALARY:

Appropriate step on Teacher's Salary ScheduleThis deadline date does not preclude further advertisement or recruitment