K- 8 Music Teacher

Position Description

The Music Teacher at Charlotte Prep cultivates an inspiring, student-centered environment that brings music and chorus to life for learners in Kindergarten through 8th grade. Partnering with our Fine Arts Team and faculty, this educator will design a scaffolded music program that builds foundations, develops choral literacy, and instills a lifelong passion for musical expression. As an independent school, we offer the freedom to shape the program while staying true to our mission. This is a full-time, 10-month faculty position.

The employee will maintain a healthy learning environment that supports the Charlotte Preparatory School mission statement and upholds the four pillars of leadership: Respect, Integrity, Perseverance, and Courage. Charlotte Preparatory School is committed to sustaining a professional, inclusive, and collaborative environment where diversity in thought and culture is welcomed.

Effective Date: August 6, 2026

GENERAL DUTIES

• Deliver a high-quality Kindergarten through 8th-grade music and choral curriculum that develops foundational skills that instill music appreciation and personal growth.
• Maintain a welcoming and supportive environment where students can thrive at any level.
• Instruct students across multiple vocal techniques and expose them to a variety of instruments and music theory.
• Integrate music history from a variety of genres and cultures.
• Collaborate with the Fine Arts Team to coordinate, rehearse, and execute performances that showcase students’ talent and progress.
• Plan and prepare engaging performances for school-wide events as requested, and traditional Prep songs with the chorus for the 8th-grade graduation ceremony.
• Provide differentiated instructional support to integrate and scaffold new or inexperienced students smoothly into the existing choral framework.
• Oversee real-world learning opportunities for students to experience professional performances within the Charlotte region.
• Establishes and maintains an environment that upholds Prep’s Pillars in and out of the classroom.
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with students, parents, teachers, and administrators to build a strong community.
• Participates in professional growth opportunities to stay current with modern music best practices, faculty meetings, and committees to support the strategic success of the school.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or Head of School.
  
  

Professional Qualifications Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Choral Conducting, Vocal Performance, or a closely related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• A valid teaching certificate is preferred but not required or equivalent professional expertise.
• Proficient piano accompaniment skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adolescent vocal development.
• Proven experience directing choral ensembles and musical productions as well as managing event production logistics.
  
  

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

• Team-oriented with the ability to work effectively with all members of the Charlotte Prep community.
• Willingness to receive and discuss constructive feedback through Prep’s faculty evaluation
• Strong communication and organizational skills with high levels of attention to detail.
• Positive, enthusiastic, flexible, and warm personality.
• Strong work ethic, proactive, and success-oriented.
• Comfort with addressing and performing in front of large audiences
  
  

SUPERVISION

Please direct resume, cover letter, and references to Mrs. Jessica Stargell, Head of Middle School, jstargell@charlotteprep.org and Ms. Megan Wright, Head of Lower School, mwright@charlotteprep.org.

Charlotte Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, or any other legally protected classification applicable to Charlotte Preparatory School in administration of its educational policies, employment policies, admissions policies, financial aid, athletic and other school-administered programs.