What are the responsibilities and job description for the 2026-2027 Lincoln After-school Music Program (LASMP) Trumpet Instructor position at Lincoln Public Schools?
The Lincoln After School Music Program is seeking a skilled and versatile Trumpet Instructor to join our team, ideally starting on or after August 31, 2026. The ideal candidate is comfortable teaching students across a range of skill levels, from beginners to those with intermediate experience.
Hourly Rate $66.00 per hour
Lincoln and Hanscom After School Music Program:
30 minute lesson: $33.00
45 minute lesson: $49.50
60 minute lesson: $66.00
Lessons are scheduled by the LASMP Director following the annual registration period and offered on a trimester schedule.
Position Description & Responsibilities
- Teach private trumpet lessons covering fundamental skills (note reading, rhythm, technique) and advancing through intermediate repertoire and theory.
- Lessons will take place after school on the Lincoln and Hanscom campuses.
- Develop engaging, level-appropriate lesson plans tailored to student goals.
- Communicate effectively and professionally with families regarding student progress and scheduling.
- Adjust teaching approach to match the learning style and pace of each individual student.
- Maintain a positive, encouraging, and professional learning environment.
Schedule & Compensation
- Estimated Start Date: August 31, 2026
- Pay: $66 per hour.
- Will work with Lincoln After-school Music Program Director to schedule lessons
Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience teaching Trumpet to students of various levels (beginner through intermediate).
- Ability to teach a variety of musical styles.
- Excellent organizational and communication skills.
- Must be reliable and able to commit to the after-school schedule.
Lincoln, Massachusetts
Lincoln is a residential suburb located 12 miles northwest of Boston. Established in 1754, the town has a rich history dating to our country’s Revolutionary period and has maintained many of its early characteristics and traditions. The community places a high value on public education, open space, diversity, and community involvement.
The school system has a well-earned reputation for educational excellence, offering innovative, student-centered instruction in an inclusive setting with small class sizes. The district serves students PreK-8 at two schools: the PreK-8 Lincoln School, which serves Lincoln-resident families, Boston-resident families participating in the METCO program, and the children of staff members; and the PreK-8 Hanscom School, which serves military families living on the Hanscom Air Force Base.
Interest in Lincoln Public Schools
Our district’s core values are: excellence and innovation in teaching and learning, respect for every individual, and collaboration and community. We are excited to welcome new staff members who share those values, and who bring a range of prior experiences in education and in life.
As a district, we ensure that applicants are employed, assigned, and promoted without regard to their age, race, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, active military/veteran status, disability, national origin, pregnancy or pregnancy-related conditions, or housing status. We actively seek applications from a diverse range of candidates who share a common commitment to children and to maintaining a positive and collaborative culture.
You can learn more about the Lincoln Public Schools at https://www.lincnet.org/employment.