Secondary Music Teacher - Strings/Orchestra

For the 2026-27 school year

Full time position

Posting Period: Open until filled

Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Exempt

We appreciate your interest in employment with Vancouver Public Schools (VPS). All applications are considered and reviewed. The most qualified and competitive applicant(s) that possess directly related experience and expertise, training, and education may be invited to participate in the interview/selection process. As part of the selection process, the District conducts confidential reference checks to include former and present employers and also requires a criminal background investigation. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications received, not all applicants will receive an interview.

Résumés should include education, relevant experience (including current position), and skills which highlight the qualifications of the position to which a person is applying.

All district employees are encouraged to review their personnel file periodically to ensure that their file includes current and relevant documentation that supports their education, experience, training, etc., as it relates to qualifications described on job postings.

Qualifications

• Valid Washington State teaching certificate appropriate for assignment
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher learning; Master’s preferred
• Extensive music training to include individual performance, conducting, and rehearsing; preferably post-secondary experience
• Understanding of string instrumental methods, concepts and skills
• Experience with teaching students from beginner to advanced skill levels
• Strong organizational skills necessary to coordinate student travel and events
• Successful teaching experience including standards-based instruction, formative and summative assessment, student management, and organization
• Familiarity with a wide variety of teaching techniques which are used to maximize student learning
• Proven ability to provide an instructional program for students geared to meet their individual needs at their instructional level
• Willingness and desire to collaborate with assigned PLC
• Willingness to communicate with parents
• Willingness to work closely with instructional committees to research, plan, and implement innovative ways to improve student learning
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse
• Advanced ability to use technology as an effective communication, planning and instructional tool
• Willingness to participate in professional development courses aligned with the school and district initiative
• Candidates selected for an interview should be prepared to perform an etude or solo piece, and be prepared to rehearse a group of students as a part of the interview process.
  
  

Essential Functions

• Teaches using a wide variety of music styles with an emphasis on orchestral music
• Teaches across grade levels using sequential, standards-based instruction
• Works collaboratively in a performing arts environment
• Designs learning experiences and assessments that allow students to demonstrate applied skills
• Demonstrate a record of positive leadership including motivation, patience, high morale, esprit de corps, active listening, respect, and flexibility
• Demonstrate commitment to excellence in productions and exhibitions and provides opportunities for performances of student work
• Demonstrate a vision that is progressive, innovative, and shows a commitment to excellence
• Works as an enthusiastic part of a learning-centered environment believing that each student can learn
• Work with students providing positive learning experiences that promote the success of all students
• Maintains effective classroom management within a positive learning environment
• Uses the PLC process to improve instruction, learning, and assessment
• Communicates effectively with all stakeholders of the school community
• Actively engage students in using technology in individual and collaborative learning activities
• Works in a flexible and cooperative manner
• Treats co-workers, supervisors, students, parents and others with dignity and respect at all times
• Serves as a positive role model for students, and practices the behaviors that are expected of our students
• Maintains regular and punctual attendance and hours of operation as set by the assigned building/location and the Comprehensive Professional Agreement to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the position to achieve program requirements
• Supervision of students
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Such alternatives to the above requirements and desirable qualifications may be made as the district finds appropriate

Benefits/Compensation

• Salary range: $64,498 - $121,573 (includes Base & TRI enrichment; commensurate upon FTE, degree, credits and experience). Salary schedules can be accessed here.
• Additional Compensation: Certificated positions may have additional pay provisions above what is represented on the salary range such as, but not limited to TRI professional learning, extended year days, extra appendix E supplemental days and professional development reimbursement. Detailed information, including eligibility criteria, can be found in the VEA CBA. Salary schedules can be accessed here.
• Benefits: Employees who are anticipated to work at least 630 hours may be eligible for health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life, and disability insurance benefits. Detailed information, including further eligibility criteria, can be found here.
• Retirement: Employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems (DRS). Eligibility is based on FTE. Detailed information can be found here.
• Time Off: Includes paid time off, sick, personal, religious, military and bereavement leave.
• Sick Leave: 8 hours per month (part-time employee accrual will be proportionate to their FTE).
• Personal Leave: 3 days per school year
• Detailed information, including accrual criteria can be found in the VEA CBA.