Job Title: Music Teacher
Department: Arts
Reports to: Primary - Arts Department Chair
Secondary - as required by assigned roles
FLSA Status: Exempt, Salary
Annual Salary Range: $50,00 - $60,000
Academy Status: Full-Time, Benefited
HOS Approval: Tao Smith 2026
Does this position supervise other employees: No
Job Summary Teacher
The primary function of the music teacher is to evolve excitement and interest around music and musical performance. The teacher should be well-versed in various music genres and be able to cater to a wide range of musical interests and abilities. Gould Academy, an All-Steinway School, has a unique partnership with the Manhattan School of Music, providing a rich environment for musical excellence and collaboration.
The teacher is crucial in fostering a student-driven community and learning environment characterized by resilience, respect, inclusivity, and a sense of belonging. Adolescents are empowered with agency, supported within a structured framework, and guided through mentorship to thrive and grow. As a faculty member, they work to advance Gould’s mission, vision, and values.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
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Teaching four music sections per semester
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Leading ensemble groups
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Support Community Band Attendance
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Managing the Manhattan School of Music program
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Guiding students in ensemble performances
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Overseeing the musical direction of the winter concert, spring musical, spring concert, and graduation performances
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Managing the Bingham Auditorium performance spaces
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Provide musical and AV support for all daily and special assemblies
Relationships
All Gould employees and affiliates, including the Manhattan School of Music
Essential Qualities of Employment
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Team Building and Culture Shaping Mindset
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Ethical and Responsible Decision Making
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Effective and Culturally Responsive Communication
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Collaborative Framework for Innovation and Results
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Instructional Role
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Prepare materials and activities in alignment with the curriculum
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Ensure LMS is accurate and supports a useful digital learning environment
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Assign homework and develop experiential activities
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Identify students with special requirements and create individualized plans in conjunction with the learning support team
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Commit to cultivating learning environments that respect cultural needs and embrace diverse viewpoints, experiences, and requirements.
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Attend academic office hours
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Provide timely feedback based on work and classroom behavior and report to the advisor as necessary.
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Keep a record of students’ attendance and grades
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Complete grades, trimester comments, and other forms of academic communication in a timely, professional manner
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Research emerging teaching methods
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Manage classroom crises and resolve conflict
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Collaborate with teams and administrators to foster a positive student experience
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Ensure workshops are clean and safety prioritized
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Ensure students are supervised and trained for the studio tools
Community Life Role
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Engage in assigned community activities
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Help supervise students one night a week in an academic or residential space
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Participate in a weekend duty team
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Engage in community activities
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Communicate and seek to reduce scheduling conflicts
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Four Point program
Advisor Role
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Serve as the communications link between the student, teachers, coaches, and family.
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Maintain a strong understanding of adolescent development
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Meet with advisees during the scheduled advisory block
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Support the advisory curriculum
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Provide guidance on course selection, academics, community life and discipline
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Communicate with advising team leaders regularly
Athletics/Co-curricular Roles
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Keep a record of students’ attendance
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Develop engaging and developmentally appropriate activities
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Prioritize a healthy, safe, and fun environment
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Consult with the Dean of Athletics and Co-Curriculars for practice expectations
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This position is responsible for student music interests that enhance the educational experience of the students and are assigned according to interest and workload.
Professionalism
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Attendance and participation in team and community meetings, special events, school functions,
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Maintenance of prompt and frequent communication with advisors and employees
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Pursue annual professional development
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Meet general daily professional standards regarding attendance, timeliness, and deadlines
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Support the mission and philosophy of Gould acting as a positive contributor to the school community, actively participating in the life of the school as a role model of appropriate behavior with students, parents, colleagues, and other members of the school community, and enforcing school rules
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Adherence to policies in the Employee Handbook and Community Guide
Qualification Requirements:
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A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field.
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Experience leading extracurricular music activities, such as marching band, jazz band, or musical theater.
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Demonstrated success in organizing concerts and musical events.
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Commitment to working with adolescent students and adult colleagues in a boarding school environment
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Basic software literacy in Google Suite
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Valid passport and US driver’s license
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Maintain CHRC certification from the Maine Department of Education
Other Duties:
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Assists the Admissions and Advancement Offices in promoting the program.
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This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. They will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their supervisor(s) and/or the Head of School
Physical and Environmental Conditions
These physical requirements are not exhaustive and additional job related physical requirements may be added to these by individuals on an as needed basis. Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.
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Frequent standing, walking, stooping, bending, pushing and pulling, sitting
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Occasional prolonged and irregular hours
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Occasional lifting up to 10lb and up to 100 lb on Junior Four Point
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Occasional driving a motor vehicle
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Prolonged use of computer and repetitive hand motions
