Music Teacher

Music Teacher Reports To Compensation Location Contract FLSA Building Principal Per PEA Salary Table Multiple Locations 185 Days Exempt About PSD The School District of the City of Pontiac serves approximately 3,850 students and is committed

to

empowering

every

learner

through

high-quality

instruction,

innovative

programs,

and

meaningful

support.

As

a

district

on

the

rise,

our

teachers

and

staff

continue

to

invest

in

student

success,

staff

excellence,

and

a

strong

future

for

our

community.

Position Summary The Music Teacher provides high-quality, standards-based music instruction to students across

assigned

grade

levels.

The

teacher

plans,

implements,

coordinates,

and

evaluates

a

comprehensive

music

education

program

that

develops

students'

musical

skills,

creativity,

performance

abilities,

and

appreciation

for

music

through

engaging

and

developmentally

appropriate

learning

experiences.

Qualifications

State

of

MI

Teaching

Certification

with

proper

endorsement

in

Music

Instruction

(JQ)

Bachelor's

Degree

from

an

accredited

university.

Experience

is

preferred

but

not

necessary

for

hire.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal

Background

Check

Drug

Screen

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Deliver

engaging,

standards-based

music

instruction

aligned

with

the

Michigan

Academic

Standards

and

Pontiac

School

District

curriculum

for

assigned

grade

levels.

Plan

and

implement

developmentally

appropriate

lessons

in

general

music,

vocal

music,

instrumental

music,

music

theory,

music

history,

and

music

performance

that

foster

creativity,

technical

skill,

and

musical

literacy.

Develop

students'

abilities

in

music

reading,

rhythm,

melody,

harmony,

performance

techniques,

listening,

composition,

and

music

appreciation

through

differentiated

instruction.

Incorporate

a

variety

of

instructional

strategies,

technology,

and

performance-based

assessments

to

meet

the

diverse

learning

needs

of

all

students

and

promote

continuous

musical

growth.

Differentiate

instruction

and

provide

appropriate

accommodations

and

interventions

to

ensure

all

students,

including

English

learners

and

students

with

disabilities,

have

meaningful

access

to

music

instruction.

Create

opportunities

for

students

to

develop

critical

thinking,

creativity,

collaboration,

communication,

and

self-expression

through

individual

and

ensemble

musical

experiences.

Prepare

students

for

classroom

performances,

concerts,

festivals,

community

performances,

and

other

music-related

events

that

showcase

student

achievement

and

support

school

and

district

initiatives.

Assess

student

progress

using

formative

and

summative

assessments,

provide

timely

and

meaningful

feedback,

and

maintain

accurate

records

of

student

achievement.

Collaborate

with

classroom

teachers,

special

education

staff,

administrators,

parents,

and

community

partners

to

support

student

success

and

integrate

music

across

the

curriculum

when

appropriate.

Maintain

music

classrooms,

rehearsal

spaces,

instruments,

equipment,

technology,

and

instructional

materials

in

a

safe,

organized,

and

functional

condition.

Promote

a

positive,

inclusive,

and

respectful

learning

environment

that

encourages

student

participation,

creativity,

teamwork,

responsibility,

and

an

appreciation

for

diverse

musical

traditions

and

cultures.

Supervise

students

during

rehearsals,

performances,

field

trips,

and

other

school-sponsored

activities

to

ensure

a

safe,

supportive,

and

productive

learning

environment.

Recognize

and

celebrate

student

growth,

achievement,

effort,

and

positive

contributions

to

the

music

program

through

performances,

awards,

and

other

forms

of

recognition.

Participate

in

professional

learning,

curriculum

development,

school

improvement

initiatives,

and

other

district

responsibilities

to

enhance

instructional

practices

and

strengthen

the

music

education

program.

Benefits of Working with PSD

Competitive

Medical,

Dental,

and

Vision

benefits

for

full-time

employees.

(Cash-in-lieu

option

is

available

for

eligible

employees,

with

payments

directed

to

a

retirement

savings

account.)

Employee

Assistance

Program

(EAP)

offering

confidential

wellness

counseling,

and

support

services

for

employees

and

eligible

family

members.

Paid

Time

Off

(PTO)

and

Earned

Sick

Time

Act

(ESTA)

leave

for

eligible

employees.

Physical Requirements

Regular

sitting,

speaking,

hearing,

and

use

of

hands.

Occasional

standing,

walking,

reaching,

stooping,

kneeling,

and

lifting

up

to

10

pounds.

Application Process Online Employment Application | Open Positions The City of Pontiac School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and adheres to all district policies, rules, and regulations. No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discrimination in any program, activity, or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or disability. The district complies with all applicable federal and state laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Michigan Department of Education policies and regulations prohibiting discrimination. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies under Title II, Title VI, or Title IX, contact 248-451-6802. For questions related to Section 504, contact 248-451-6825. Complaints may be addressed to 47200 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342.

Updated

October

2026

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