(Updated March 26, 2025)
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Conestoga Valley High School Music Teacher
Music Teacher: Full-Time (2025-26)
Conestoga Valley High School is seeking a full-time Music Teacher specializing in orchestra and general music for the 2025-2026 school year who will focus on the key components found in the Profile of a CV Learner. This unique role is responsible for ensuring that each student will think critically, communicate effectively, understand cultural heritage and diversity, respect human dignity and be responsible to self and community and become a contributing member of society.
This dynamic educator will:
- Be responsible for planning a program of study and instructing students to learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development;
- Able to personalize learning to meet students’ needs
- Demonstrate appropriate planning, the use of a variety of instructional techniques and strategies, and the incorporation of technology where possible to supplement instruction
- Skill sets include ability to perform and conduct instrumental music and vocal music; collaborate with teams of peers and administrators; and have positive communications with families.
Complete required application on PA-Educator.net and email letter of interest and resume to Dr. Matthew Fox, High School Principal, matthew_fox@conestogavalley.org by April 2, 2025. EOE
4/2/25
MS/HS Choir Opening
Loyalsock Township School District anticipates the following teaching position beginning the 2025-2026 school year.
Music Teacher (Secondary Choral)
Applicants should possess knowledge of choral directing, vocal pedagogy, conducting, and musical theatre. Experience in middle school classroom instruction and strong Apple iPad technology skills preferred. Proficient piano accompanying skills essential. Proper PA Certification required. Please apply online at www.loyalsocklancers.org/our-district/employment-opportunities/ by April 4, 2025.
All mandated clearances, physical, and current TB test results are required prior to employment.
4/4/25
Anticipated Music Teacher(s) – Northwestern Lehigh Middle School
Salary per negotiated contract
Northwestern Lehigh Middle School is looking for two (2) passionate and energetic music teachers to inspire and shape the next generation of musicians for the 2025-26 school year! We are searching for dedicated educators who can bring music to life for our students, fostering creativity, confidence, and a love for the arts. As a Middle School Music Teacher, you’ll have the opportunity to engage students in a variety of musical experiences, including: General Music Classes, Piano, Instrumental Lessons, and/or Band. We’re looking for dynamic educators who can ignite a passion for music in every student, create engaging learning experiences, and help build a thriving music program. Come be a part of a supportive and vibrant school community that values the arts and understands the power of music in education. PA certification is required.
Due to substantial decline in student enrollment the District reserves the right consistent with Pennsylvania law to eliminate or reduce these positions upon reevaluation by the District of the need for these positions on or after the start of the 2025-2026 school year.
Please visit www.nwlehighsd.org and click on Employment Opportunities for more information. Please click the Internal Applicant link.
4/13/25
Pep Band Director, Wilkes University
Wilkes University seeks applicants for a part-time, adjunct faculty position in the Division for the Performing Arts to teach Pep Band beginning August 2025. Primary duties include night rehearsals and performances at university home football games, plus some home basketball and hockey games. Other performances, such as special events, are possible. The Wilkes University Pep Band is a highly public-facing ensemble within the campus community and beyond. As such, the candidate will work with the Director of Bands to foster a quality and well-rounded band program.
Depending on the chosen candidate’s areas of expertise, this position could be expanded to include teaching Introduction to Music or Fundamentals of Music courses for additional compensation.
Bachelor’s degree and prior band teaching experience are required and prior teaching experience at the undergraduate level is preferred. The review process will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To ensure full consideration, please submit your materials by March 31st.
Please submit an electronic application which includes a (1) cover letter, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) names and contact information for three professional references. Electronic application can be found here: https://wilkesuniversitycareers.applicantpro.com/jobs/3669583
Questions should be directed to Director of Bands Dr. Joel Graham at joel.graham@wilkes.edu.
Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.
Employment at Wilkes is contingent upon the results of a thorough background screening. PA Act 153 requires that persons working in positions with regular and unsupervised contact with minors complete additional clearances, including FBI fingerprinting and PA criminal and child abuse clearances.
3/31/25
Director of Bands / Music Educator
Anticipated Vacancy
Position: Director of Bands / Music Educator
County: Berks
Location: Wilson High School, West Lawn, Pennsylvania
Description: Wilson High School is seeking a highly-qualified and premier candidate to serve as our next Director of Bands beginning in the 2025-2026 school year. Wilson High School is located in West Lawn, Pennsylvania, and is a part of the Wilson School District which is made up of 6,250 students served through five elementary, two middle, and one 2,300 student high school.
Responsibilities include directing/facilitating the Symphonic Band, competitive Marching Band, Jazz Ensemble, Indoor Percussion and Winter Guard programs. Additionally, preparing and accompanying students to various honors festivals, facilitating multiple chamber ensembles, teaching music electives as well as many other managerial, financial, organizational, and logistical duties are expected.
The preferred candidate must be able to demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate with staff, parents, and administration to maximize opportunities for students and must align philosophically with the vision of the music program.
Qualified applicants should possess:
Previous teaching experience in a High School or Middle School band program
A well-developed pedagogical approach to instrumental music education
The ability to demonstrate expertise on their primary instrument and competence on other band instruments.
Extensive knowledge of advanced band Repertoire (e.g., Level 3 or higher for MS and Level 5 or higher for HS)
A conceptual understanding of music performance evaluation and adjudication
A background in advanced winds/percussion performance
Previous experience working with competitive pageantry arts organizations (i.e., WGI, BOA, DCI, TOB, Cavalcade, etc.)
Marching Arts production design experience is preferred but not required (e.g., drill design, electronics design, lighting design, choreography, arranging, etc.)
ABOUT THE PROGRAM:
https://sites.google.com/share.wilsonsd.org/wilson-music/home
https://www.wilsonsd.org/about/district-information/
APPLY NOW:
Interested applicants should submit all application materials to:
https://www.pareap.net/index.php
Job ID# 83123
3/31/25
Mechanicsburg-based Community Choir Seeking Artistic Director
Seeking part-time choral director to join an established community treble voice choir in our quest for engaging musical performances in the South Central Pennsylvania region. Our previous repertoire contains everything from sacred and secular classical arrangements to Broadway and Pops and our members come from a variety of musical backgrounds and walks of life. If planning and conducting creative, diverse, and approachable concerts with a little humor and some challenge thrown in sounds like you, please apply! Additional qualifications include, but are not limited to, a passion for teaching music to adults, knowledge of vocal technique & music theory, and a strong desire for building community and community engagement. Please see this link for more details and our job description: https://www.thecumberlandsingers.org/artisticdirectoropening
4/8/25
Elementary Chorus and General Music Teacher
Notice is hereby given that the Port Allegany School District is receiving applications for a full time Elementary Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year.
Eligible candidates must possess appropriate Pennsylvania certification. Compensation and other terms and conditions of employment will be in accordance with the provisions of the professional agreement and district policy.
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, resume, Pennsylvania State Teaching Application, proper certification, complete transcripts, Praxis Scores, 3 letters of reference, current background clearance, current child abuse clearance, and current FBI Clearance, to Human Resources at hr@pasdedu.org. Positions will remain posted until filled.
This position is responsible for general music classes for approximately 350 students in grades Pre-K through Grade 6 and co-curricular choirs in grades 4, 5, and 6.
5/1/25
Music Teacher
Music Teacher
Location: Indian Valley Elementary & Intermediate School and Strodes Mills Elementary School
The Mifflin County School District in Lewistown, PA is seeking to fill a Music Teacher position for the Indian Valley Elementary & Intermediate School and Strodes Mills Elementary School, effective at the start of the 2025-2026 school year.
Internal and external applicants must apply via AppliTrack and complete the entire application process. No short form internal applications will be accepted. No paper applications will be accepted.
Act 34, 151, and Federal Act 114 Clearances, school health record with TB test, and Act 168 background checks required. Please apply online at: www.mcsdk12.org under the employment section. Incomplete online applications will not be considered.
Lewistown is located approximately 35 minutes east of State College and 60 minutes west of Harrisburg. MCSD has regionally competitive teacher salaries and benefit packages.
EOE
8/15/25
Director of Bands and Instrumental Music Teacher
Director of Bands and Instrumental Music Teacher
Location: Mifflin County High School
The Mifflin County School District in Lewistown, PA is seeking to fill the Director of Bands and Instrumental Music Teacher position for the Mifflin County High School, effective for the start of the 2025-2026 school year.
The Mifflin County School District is an outstanding rural school district located in Central Pennsylvania, serving a student population of approximately 330 graduates annually. Our district is widely recognized for its excellence in a variety of areas, including advanced placement courses, academics, music and arts programs, athletics, and our progressive online learning initiatives. We are deeply committed to providing students with opportunities for growth and performance across all disciplines, supported by a team of experienced and passionate educators.
The Mifflin County School District is particularly proud of its exceptional music program, which is consistently ranked among the best in the state. Our talented students have earned Tournament of Bands Championships in 2018, 2021, and 2024, and have also claimed Tournament of Bands PA State Championships in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Our band performs at all high school football games, pep rallies, community parades and band competitions.
Director of Bands Responsibilities
– Direct and conduct high school competitive marching band (grades 8-12)
o Select and develop a field show
o Work with and coordinate a large group of volunteer instructors
– Direct and conduct high school jazz band
– Serve as faculty advisor and administrator for competitive drum lines, color guards, and dance team
– Serve as Music Faculty Advisor to the Mifflin County Music Boosters
o Develop a yearly budget
o Help coordinate fundraisers
o Perform other duties to support and expand all district-wide music programs and activities
Instrumental Music Teacher Responsibilities
– Teach individual, small and large group instrumental music lessons
– Direct and conduct high school concert band (grades 9-12) – meets 3 days of a 6-day cycle
– Direct and conduct 8th grade concert band – meets 3 days of a 6-day cycle
– Teach Basic Music Theory as an independent study course
– Collaborate with the high school choir director and seven other MCSD music faculty to coordinate curriculum and programs
May/June 2025 college graduates, as well as experienced music educators, are encouraged to apply.
Internal and external applicants must apply via Recruiting and Hiring and complete the entire application process. No short form internal applications will be accepted. No paper applications will be accepted.
Act 34, 151, and Federal Act 114 Clearances, school health record with TB test, and Act 168 background checks required. Please apply online at: www.mcsdk12.org under the employment section. Incomplete online applications will not be considered.
Lewistown is located approximately 35 minutes east of State College and 60 minutes west of Harrisburg. MCSD has regionally competitive teacher salaries and benefit packages.
EOE
8/15/25
Harmony Area School District – Available Immediately
The Harmony Area School District has an open position for a K-12 Instrumental/Vocal/Classroom music Educator.
Interested individuals should contact the district at:
Harmony Area School District
5239 Ridge Road, Westover, PA 16692
District Phone Number: 814-845-2300
5/31/25
Music / Choral Teacher
Position Purpose:
Direct Lower, Middle, and Upper School Choirs. Foster choral experiences that connect course content to ensemble learning. Provide a spirit of inquiry, innovation, and a passion for choral singing. Serve as a stalwart Arts advocate while supporting the SCH, faculty, and students to ensure that we are living our mission and values through the following:
Essential Functions:
-Exemplifies excellence in conducting and rehearsal techniques fostering choral tone and blend in ensembles.
-Demonstrates a commitment to cultural diversity throughout choral literature, particularly non-western and under-represented composers.
-Leads choral groups in regular and special performances for school programs, community activities, and festivals during and outside the academic day.
-Accompanies rehearsals and performances.
Connects the study of music to other disciplines when possible.
-Uses effective classroom management techniques to create a warm and welcoming learning environment.
-Maintains student attendance records, grades, and written feedback on graded assignments.
-Offers students a variety of formats by which they can demonstrate skill mastery.
-Collaborates with the Arts department on curricular planning and opportunities to showcase students.
-Demonstrates, models, and designs learning experiences that foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.
-Advises approximately ten Middle School students and provides academic and emotional support to students.
-Communicates regularly with parents and guardians of advisees.
Teaches advisory curriculum related to identity, diversity, and inclusion.
-Provides lunch/recess supervision.
-Keeps daily attendance and records of students’ progress.
-Attends professional development programs regularly.
-Other duties as assigned by the Director of the Arts and/or Division Head.
Qualifications:
A minimum of two years of experience teaching choral music.
Bachelor of Music Education preferred or Bachelor of Music with Conducting Concentration.
Personal vocal modeling skills and solid vocal pedagogy for training young singers.
Strong accompaniment skills on the piano.
Flexibility and creativity in crafting appropriate challenges for a range of abilities within each class.
Ability to use technologies in the classroom.
Ability to develop and implement curriculum assessments and utilize teaching methodologies/best practices.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
Demonstrated sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members with a continuous focus on healthy relationship building.
Demonstrated deep understanding of cultural competency skills and enthusiasm for issues of diversity, inclusivity, and multiculturalism.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment
Work in an environment dealing with a wide variety of deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
Able to move around the classroom and other school environments.
Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
Application Procedure
Candidates must upload a cover letter, resume, statement of education philosophy, and information for three references through our online platform. Please follow this link to apply – https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=86498&clientkey=9319D80E367B073B23A479E8481294DA
Springside Chestnut Hill Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
8/1/25
High School Orchestra Director
NOTICE OF VACANCY
We envision 6000+ Thinkers. Thinking is foundational to the development of self and society. It is the cornerstone of all creative ideas and problem-solving, new scientific discoveries, new products and services, individual and organizational learning, education, business success, interpersonal and intrapersonal communications, all social change and even democracy itself. Our vision is what we see. It motivates us. Our vision is audacious.
Our mission is to engage, educate, and empower. We will strive to engage all students in the importance and relevance of thinking; to educate every learner to communicate, comprehend, and collaborate for understanding; and to empower all in the ICSD to achieve academic excellence.
Position Title: High School Orchestra Director
Brief Description: The Ithaca City School District is seeking a dynamic music educator to teach and direct the IHS orchestras. The ideal candidate for this position will demonstrate exceptional musical skills in teaching and performing a primary and secondary instrument in violin, viola, cello, and bass. They will possess enthusiasm for teaching in both small group, ensemble and large orchestra settings, coupled with a genuine passion for working with high school students. As the Director of the Ithaca High School orchestras, the individual will play a pivotal role in guiding intermediate and advanced musicians in grades 9 through 12 in two separate orchestras and also teach music theory one and two. The Director will foster the development of student musical identities through skill development, knowledge, and overall musicianship. Furthermore, the educator will cultivate an awareness of the students’ roles within the broader orchestral community, promoting an inclusive, collaborative, and welcoming environment that enriches the overall music program.
Location(s): Ithaca High School
Anticipated Start Date: 8/28/2024
Posting Dates: 8/1/2024- until filled
Number of Vacancies: 1
Application Requirements:
Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Proof of Certification (or pending certification)
Three (3) Letters of Reference (required for external candidates)
MANDATORY Writing Sample (see prompt below)
The Ithaca City School District values diverse perspectives and life experiences. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply, including people of color, women, LGBTQIA+, veterans, people with disabilities, and those with lived experiences.
MANDATORY Writing Sample
A writing sample is required for the application to be complete.
Please upload your writing sample separately or with your cover letter.
The ICSD has a diverse student population representing a variety of races, gender identities, learning needs, socio-economic status, sexual orientations, languages, national origins, etc. Describe your teaching strategies and/or experiences for effectively educating students from diverse backgrounds. Please give specific examples of how you respond effectively to students who have a variety of identities, and/or respond effectively to students who are different from your own identity. How do you ensure success for every student?
Tell us about any personal and professional experiences you have had that would help you help us to fulfill our district equity goals.
The Ithaca City School District is a 1:1 district in grades 3-12. Please provide examples of how you have used or your vision for using digital technology in instruction. Also, please provide evidence of how you stay current with students’ digital world.
Required Qualifications:
The Ithaca City School District is committed to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance, co-curricular participation, and discipline. Qualified candidates will demonstrate a basic awareness of these commitments and a strong willingness to support these efforts.
Possess New York State Music K-12 Teaching Certification.
Desired Characteristics:
The ideal candidate will effectively engage students with meaningful orchestral repertoire that builds, bridges, and affirms diverse student identities and cultures, fostering both skills, knowledge, critical thinking and joy in the orchestra community with high student engagement, leadership and a differentiated, inclusive approach.
The candidate will:
Be a reflective educator with an antiracist and culturally responsive approach to curriculum and pedagogy; possess a growth mindset, a desire for self-reflection, and an openness to feedback.
Collaborate with department professional learning communities within the school and district to further the district’s mission and goals.
Foster joy, confidence, student leadership and community within the school setting through orchestra.
Support all students utilizing an inclusive, differentiated approach.
Effectively organize and plan for concerts, events, festivals and trips.
Effectively manage, maintain and issue the district instrument inventory utilizing the school district’s inventory and purchasing systems.
Effectively use the learning management system for the orchestra courses and communicate with caregivers and students.
An educational leader whose competency, energy, and commitment will help ensure that students thrive;
Proven ability to interact effectively with students and their families who represent cultures that are diverse in terms of race, class, ethnicity, sexual orientation, and other characteristics in order to build an effective and collaborative school community;
Ability to implement culturally responsive curriculum; create an inclusive classroom; and differentiate instruction in order to engage the learning styles and needs of each student as an individual.
Salary Range: $53,291-$75,191 (10-month full-time base)
External Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.recruitfront.com
Internal Applicants: Apply online at ithacacityschools.schoolfront.com
Instructions for Internal Applicants
Internal Applicants should apply through SchoolFront. They can log in with their ICSD email credentials using the following single-sign on link here. Once logged in please go to Recruiting>Available Internal Postings.
The Ithaca City School District does not unlawfully discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, military status, veteran status, sex, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, or other federal/state protected status.
Job Category
Instructional
Job Location
District Wide
6/28/25