Music Teacher K-12 - Anticipated for 2026-2027 School Year

Posting Opens May 4, 2026                                            Posting Closes May 14, 2026
 
The Akron Board of Education announces an anticipated opening for a Music Teacher, Job Code 006, TS 380 (190 days).  Salary Range TBD.  Collective Bargaining Unit – AEA.  This position is a State Teachers Retirement System position.
 
Application must be made electronically through http://www.applitrack.com/akron/onlineapp/.

Please upload a letter of interest, resume and a current copy of appropriate license in addition to completing the online application. The Superintendent reserves the right to either keep the position open until suitable applicants are found or to cancel and repost the position with such changes as may be deemed appropriate.  If you have any questions about the position, please contact Dawn Wilson, Curriculum & Instruction, Fine Arts K-12, 330-761-3189.  
 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

 Required: 
 Valid Ohio K-12 Music licensure. 
 

Desired: 

 Experience in and commitment to working with urban school students, and regional professionals in a multicultural setting to produce high-quality artistic experiences 
 Strong belief in the concept of integrating arts and academics 
 Evidence of successful teaching in small and large ensembles settings
 Demonstrates organizational skills
 Willingness to attend summer in-service program prior to opening of school
 

POSITION DESCRIPTION: 

 Plans a program of study that meets the students' needs and shows written evidence of preparation upon request of building administrator 
 Assumes responsibility for music instruction in an individual, small group ensembles, large group  ensembles, and classroom situation
 Develops, in collaboration with administration, reasonable rules for classroom/performance behaviors and procedures
 Plans and provides written evidence of program preparation upon request from administration Creates an environment that is conducive to learning 
 Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives 
 Assesses the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required 
 Collaboratively develops and monitors student achievement 
 Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations 
 Accepts responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned 
 Strives to maintain and improve professional competence 
 Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required 
 Works cooperatively with parent and community arts support groups 
 Maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner 
 Collaborates with the other music specialists and classroom teachers to develop interdisciplinary units 
 Serves as a music resource person to classroom teachers 
 Works with the other music specialists on school-wide programs and projects Demonstrates computer skills germane to choral music activities and technical skills in use of audio equipment and, 
 Participates in appropriate staff development 
 Assists in procuring community/business partnerships 
 Counsels with colleagues, students, and/or parents on a regular basis 
 Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct 
 Plans and supervises purposeful assignments for teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s) Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations 
 Accepts responsibility for co-curricular activities as assigned 
 Strives to maintain and improve professional competence 
 Attends staff meetings and serves on staff committees as required 
 Reports to and carries out any other responsibilities as assigned by the building administrator 

If you require any special services (such as interpreter, braille or large print, or wheelchair-accessible accommodations) covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Public Law 101-336, Section 102, please call the Department of Human Resources at 330-761-2949.  If you are using a TTY/TTD, please call the Ohio Relay Service, 1-800-750-0750.   

Akron Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry or genetic information (collectively, "Protected Classes").