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Teaching at Achievement First:

Achievement First invites passionate art educators to apply for the position of Music Teacher. Teaching at Achievement First is an ideal position for an Music educator who is a master of their craft, believes that all children are artists at heart and possesses a deep passion and skill for art instruction.

Here, you will be the driver of music instruction and culture as students fall in love with art and the artistic process through the discovery and development of their musical talents. You will be a champion for the arts who believes that all students are capable of great artistic expression and achievement. You will be a demander of excellence for yourself, and your students, as an music educator who creates a vibrant musical community where students have the type of powerful school experience that fosters their best and most thoughtful work.

Responsibilities of Achievement First Music Teachers will include but are not limited to:

Outstanding artistic achievement and personal development

Create a joyful arts culture in which students, staff and families develop a love for the arts and the artistic process. Develop a culture of artistic and creative expression through inquiry based teaching and learning in which students engage in deep conceptual creation of art. Design and implement unit and lesson plans based on Achievement First Enrichment Curricular Resources which foster creative self-expression and the sequential development of artistic skill across multiple years of study. Build a schoolwide artistic community by partnering with families and staff to facilitate children's artistic personal development and celebrate artistic and creative achievement. Exemplify AF's core values in all interactions with students, families and colleagues.

Professional learning, development and growth

Collaborate with enrichment teachers across the organization to build a world-class arts program. Collaborate with coach, grade-level chair and school team to improve instructional, culture-building and leadership skills. Attend all professional development, team planning and data analysis meetings. Participate enthusiastically in structured and informal learning and development opportunities.

Skills and Characteristics

Practicing artist who continues to nurture their own passion for art and artistic creation. Possesses an music or music education portfolio that showcases your skills and passion for art and musical learning. Strong instructional and classroom management skills. High level of personal organization and planning. Team player: maturity, humility, strong work ethic, follow-through, sense of humor, willingness to respond positively to feedback and a "roll-up-my-sleeves" attitude. Strong belief in the Achievement First mission, core values, and educational model.

Two years of teaching experience preferred with a proven record of high student achievement Bachelor's degree in the Music or Music Education

Bachelor's degree with a GPA of at least 3.0. Must be certified or willing to obtaining a certification. RI: All Grades Music Teacher (11506)

Compensation & Benefits

Employees at Achievement First are provided with a competitive salary. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual's skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. Teachers' salaries range from $50,600-$94,366, based on lead teaching experience. As a regular full time employee of Achievement First, you will be eligible for benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement benefit package with match and paid Family Leave.

Achievement First is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is a plus. You can learn more about diversity at Achievement First here: Seniority level Seniority level Entry level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Education and Training Industries Wellness and Fitness Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Duluth Area Family YMCA by 2x Get notified about new Teacher jobs in Providence, RI . 25-26 Junior High English Teacher (grades 7,8) Assistant Teacher- Both Full Time and Part Time Hours Available! Pawtucket, RI $46,206 - $62,378 6 days ago 3798 - Taunton High School: Everyday Substitute - 1 Yr. (6) Early Childhood Teacher, Kindergarten (1-year position) Sharon Public Schools- Kindergarten Teacher- 2025-2026 Faculty-Adjunct-Teacher Education-M.Ed. Program Providence, RI $17.50 - $21.35 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

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