Music Teacher

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