Middle School Music Teacher (2026-27 School Year)
Martha Obryan Center
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Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Quick overview
The music teacher will provide instruction in music theory, history, and performance to students in grades 5-8 while integrating movement into the curriculum. Responsibilities also include collaborating with staff, monitoring student growth, and assisting with school performances and daily duties.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a valid Tennessee Teacher Certification. The role requires a passionate educator capable of maintaining a positive classroom environment and staying current with music pedagogy.
Job description
East End Prep is looking for a middle school music teacher with exceptionally high expectations for their students combined with a “whatever it takes” attitude toward meeting those expectations. Located in the heart of East Nashville, East End Prep is empowering elementary and middle school students with the foundation necessary to excel in middle school, high school, and eventually college completion. At East End Prep, we are built on the firm belief that great teachers given the right environment to perform on a high level and “work their magic” in the classroom is the key to overall student and school success.
SUMMARY
We are searching for a passionate, innovative music teacher that will use singing, movement, instruments, and music theory/history through their instruction. The primary goal of the Middle School 5-8 Music teacher is to inspire the love of music and integrate movement into the curriculum.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to
- The Middle School Music teacher will provide music instruction to students in grades 5-8.
- The Middle School Music will demonstrate effective planning, teaching and organization, and maintain a positive classroom environment.
- The Middle School Music Teacher will introduce students to multiple music genres as well as global music/movement.
- Collaboration with other related arts teachers and classroom teachers is a vital part of this role.
- The Middle School Music Teacher will stay knowledgeable on current research, curriculum and pedagogy related to Middle School music instruction.
- Responsibilities also include monitoring student growth and completing report cards at the end of each quarter. In addition to teaching and classroom support responsibilities, the Middle School Music Teacher will assist in school performances and will perform other duties as requested by administration, including lunch and arrival/dismissal duty.
Salary is competitive and commensurate based on experience. Compensation at East End Prep includes a comprehensive benefits and retirement package.
Certificates and licenses
Tennessee Teacher Certification
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Retirement package