Music Teacher (Chorus) PART TIME
- Compensation
- $57.8K–$114.6K
- Location
- Silas Deane Middle School, Connecticut
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Part time
- Experience
- Not specified
- Category
- Education
- Posted
Must have
- Master's Degree is preferred, but not required
- Appropriate CT Certification credentials (049 certification);
- Exemplary communication skills to be used when: Teaching and meeting with students, parents, families, and staff; Writing formal and informal letters, messages, plans, and comments; Collaborating with
- Proven musicianship skills in vocal performance;
- Ability to choose age-appropriate repertoire, culturally responsive repertoire;
- Ability to plan and organize work schedule and set priorities and work independently and with a sense of urgency;
- Excellent classroom management skills with both small and large groups;
- Ability to handle and treat the information confidentially.
Full description
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCYWethersfield Public SchoolsWethersfield, CTMusic Teacher (Chorus) PART TIMESilas Deane Middle SchoolDate Posted: September 24, 2026
The Wethersfield Public Schools partner with the community and families in fostering our students' ongoing education in a safe and engaging learning environment. Our schools are demographically diverse and are characterized by respectful behavior, trusting relationships, caring educators/administrators/staff, and continuous learning.
The Wethersfield District has an opening for a .5 FTE Chorus Teacher at Silas Deane Middle School under the direction of the school administration. This teacher will be responsible for providing a student-centered learning environment to students as well as overseeing the instruction, materials, and implementation of the curriculum.
Position Title: Music Teacher (Chorus) PART TIME
School: Silas Deane Middle School
Department: Music
Reports To: Principal
Start Date: ASAP
Compensation: $57,847 - $114,618 (full time annual - adjusted for part-time status)
Application Date: Posting will remain open until filled
Silas Deane Middle School is seeking a passionate and innovative Choral Teacher dedicated to creating a highly engaging learning environment that aligns with our Vision of the Graduate skills—Communicator, Problem-Solver, and Collaborator—equipping students for success in an ever-evolving world. The ideal candidate will create an engaging, student-centered learning environment that promotes the independence of each student as a learner, effectively assess student needs and progress, and plan instruction to achieve meaningful learning objectives, including those tailored for exceptional learners. The ideal candidate will accomplish these goals through effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues and by utilizing engaging, inquiry-based techniques and materials in a supportive and dynamic classroom environment.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Teach students the foundations and fundamental principles of music in accordance with the National and Connecticut State Standards, the Wethersfield Public Schools Music Curriculum, and Charlotte Danielson's The Framework for Teaching: Evaluation Instrument;
- Teach choral singing, music notation, and music reading and listening skills;
- Develop lesson plans and organize/manage class time to provide a balanced program of preparation, instruction and rehearsal;
- Utilize a variety of instructional techniques commensurate with age, interest, and skill;
- Coordinate and direct choral performances and concerts;
- Provide students the freedom to explore and express themselves musically;