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Music Teacher

Music Teacher

Making Waves Academy • Richmond, CA, US
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Faculty Salary Scale (see https:

  • //www.makingwavesacademy.org/careers/benefits) .
  • Our scale ensures equitable pay progression commensurate with experience, education (Master's preferred), and professional certifications.
  • Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 (academic-year) When You Join Making Waves Academy You Commit to Intergenerational Change. You will join a team dedicated to rigorously and holistically preparing students from the 5th grade to their ultimate career success.
  • Our bold mission is to interrupt inequity by supporting every Wave-Maker's journey to a rewarding life dream.
  • As an employee, you will uphold high expectations for academics and behavior within a close-knit, supportive community.
  • You will be instrumental in fostering essential durable skills like critical thinking and self-advocacy, crucial for any field.
  • This is more than a job; it’s a commitment to empowering students to lead fulfilling lives, have rewarding careers and give back to their respective communities to recycle their success.
  • We are looking for leaders and advocates ready to make a lasting impact.
  • What You Will Be Doing...
  • As the Upper School Music Teacher, you are not just teaching a subject; you are building and directing a performance pipeline that prepares Wave-Makers for college and beyond.
  • Your daily commitment is to excellence, in the classroom and on stage.

Your Core Deliverables:

  • Creating and implementing lesson plans: Lessons that cover music theory, types of music, and practical instruction with musical instruments.

Lead engaging music classes:

  • General music, choral, and instrumental music that support students’ understanding of music fundamentals.

Assess student progress:

  • Evaluate student performance and track student progress in areas such as rhythm, pitch, and instrumental skills.

Coordinate musical performances:

  • Organize musical performances to provide students with opportunities to perform and showcase their skills.

Maintain a positive learning environment:

  • Establish a supportive learning environment that encourages creativity, respect, and a love for music.

Prepare instructional materials:

  • Utilize a variety of instructional materials to accommodate diverse learning styles and promote music appreciation.
  • What We're Looking For...
  • We need an expert musician with the grit of a dedicated educator.

This is a high-commitment, high-reward role for someone ready to drive results in student performance and academic achievement. Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in music education or a related field.
  • Proficiency in musical instruments and expert knowledge of music theory, advanced harmony, and comprehensive music history.
  • California Single or Multiple Subject Teaching Credential in the subject area and English Learner (EL) Authorization Certificate is desired.
  • Applicants without credentials or an EL designation, as well as those who are eligible or currently enrolled in a CTC-approved program, will also be considered.
  • Teaching experience is desirable, but related work experience will be considered.
  • Ability to manage student behavior and drive high engagement in a structured, professional environment.
  • Comfort with Google Suite and educational platforms (Canvas, PowerSchool).
  • The Making Waves Fit We are looking for a community member, not just an employee.
  • You must actively support our mission, uphold strict confidentiality, and be willing to participate in campus life, including weekly supervision duties.
  • Excellent communication skills, flexibility, and a high degree of patience are non-negotiable.
  • Equal Employment Opportunity Making Waves Academy is an equal opportunity employer.
  • We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristics.
  • Compensation and Benefits Joining Making Waves Academy means securing a robust, comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your long-term financial, physical, and professional well-being right here in the Bay Area.
  • We ensure your stability and growth so you can focus on maximizing every Wave-Maker's potential.
  • Financial Well-being We offer competitive, above-market salaries that reflect your vital expertise in educational support, recognizing your commitment to our students.
  • Beyond your base pay, you will have immediate access to a dedicated retirement savings plan, helping you build financial confidence for the future.
  • Health and Wellness Your health is our priority.
  • We proudly cover 100% of most premiums for medical, dental, vision, chiropractic, and acupuncture options for you and your family.
  • We also offer benefits such as employee assistance programs to support your mental and emotional wellness.
  • Time to Recharge We believe educators need time to recharge.
  • You will receive generous paid time off, plus all school holidays and breaks.
  • This schedule is designed to ensure meaningful time away from campus, facilitating a sustainable and healthy work-life balance that is critical to preventing burnout.
  • Professional Growth We commit to your continuous improvement!
  • You will benefit from ongoing training, dedicated collaboration time, and resources specifically designed to enhance your instructional and behavioral support expertise.
  • You’ll be part of a culture that sees professional growth as essential to our mission. Powered by JazzHR
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