What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Music Teacher (6-12) position at The Webb School?
Founded in 1870, The Webb School is a private boarding school in Bell Buckle, Tennessee. Students from grades 6 -12 come from all over the world seeking college preparatory school education in liberal arts. At present, the school enrolls students from 12 U.S. states and over 20 countries. The Webb School has a reputation of being one of the top private boarding schools in the nation. Webb’s small school community has an average enrollment of 350 day and boarding students and an emphasis on honor that truly creates a premier learning environment. The 150-acre campus is located in a rural setting 50 miles southeast of Nashville.
General Music Teacher (6-12)
The Webb School, an independent day and boarding school for grades 6–12 in Bell Buckle, Tennessee, seeks an exceptional music educator passionate about teaching, performance, and student development in the musical arts.
We are looking for a thoughtful, creative, and inspiring musician-educator who views teaching as both an intellectual craft and a deeply relational practice. At Webb, arts educators mentor students on their creative journeys by designing experiences that connect technical skill to artistic purpose—helping students find their voice, collaborate across harmonies, reflect on their growth, and share their music in authentic, community-facing ways.
Teaching & Learning at Webb
As a Webb music educator, you will:
- Deliver Diverse Instruction: Design and lead engaging curriculum across multiple disciplines, including introductory to advanced instruction in piano, introductory instruction in guitar and percussion, and leading a choral ensemble.
- Drive Artistic Inquiry: Move beyond rote technical proficiency to foster a deeper understanding of music theory, history, composition, and cultural context.
- Build Ensemble & Community: Develop students’ abilities to listen critically, collaborate effectively in group performances, and communicate emotion and narrative through music.
- Cultivate Growth Mindsets: Support students of all skill levels in becoming curious, resilient, and self-directed learners who take ownership of their artistic and personal growth.
- Collaborate Across Campus: Partner with colleagues in the Fine Arts department and across disciplines to enrich school-wide performances, chapel services, and interdisciplinary projects.
We value educators who believe that music is a powerful teaching opportunity—one that develops not only technical mastery, but also essential habits of mind such as collaboration, resilience, and empathy.
Student Life & Community Engagement
Teaching at Webb extends well beyond the classroom and the rehearsal hall. Faculty members are deeply embedded in the daily life of our boarding community and are committed to mentoring students holistically. Opportunities may include:
- Coaching or supporting athletic and arts programs
- Participating in residential life through dorm affiliation or programming
- Advising a small group of students and building strong mentorship relationships within our close-knit community
- Sponsoring a student club or supporting athletic programs based on interest and experience These campus-wide experiences enable faculty to get to know students deeply, supporting their academic, social, and personal growth.
To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to employment@webbschool.com. Please include your name and "Music Teacher" in the subject line of your email.
The Webb School complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin in the administration of its educational policies and programs, admissions processes, scholarship and loan programs, employment practices, athletic and other school administrative programs.