Music Teacher Jobs in Massachusetts

A Music Teacher in elementary education is responsible for developing students' music skills and appreciation. They conduct lessons that involve singing, playing musical instruments, and understanding music theory. Music Teachers also introduce various types of music to the children, helping them to explore their musical interests and talents. They prepare lesson plans and teaching materials for each class, evaluate student performance, and provide constructive feedback. Music Teachers also organize music-related activities such as choir practice, band rehearsals, and concerts.

Important skills and certifications a Music Teacher should have include a Bachelor's degree in Music Education, a teaching certification, and excellent musical skills. They should also have strong communication and class management skills, patience, creativity, and the ability to motivate and inspire students. Prior to becoming a Music Teacher, an individual may have roles such as a Private Music Tutor, a Band Director, or a Music Therapist. These roles provide valuable experience in teaching and working with students in a musical context.

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Bulletin 2384 Middle School Music Teacher

  • Braintree, MA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Braintree, MA
  • 9 hours ago

The Music Teacher will work closely with building administration, the director of music, and district music faculty to continue Braintree's high quality music program....

Music Teacher grades K-12, Maimonides School

  • Brookline, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Brookline, MA
  • 1 day ago

Maimonides School, a Modern Orthodox Jewish day school in Brookline, MA, seeks a part time Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year....

1.0 FTE Music Teacher - Cutler & Winthrop Elementary School

  • Wenham, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Wenham, MA
  • 3 days ago

The Hamilton-Wenham Regional School District is seeking a dynamic and student centered 1.0 FTE music instructor to teach elementary music at the Cutler and Winthrop elementary schools....

Middle School Band and General Music Teacher (LOA)

  • Wayland, MA
  • 7 days ago
  • Wayland, MA
  • 7 days ago

TITLE: JOB GOAL: QUALIFICATIONS: REPORTS TO: RESPONSIBILITIES: Band and General Music Teacher (LONG-TERM SUB), Wayland Middle School The band and general music teacher will instruct grade 6, 7 and 8...

Elementary General Music Teacher- Itinerant

  • Lynn, MA
  • 12 days ago
  • Lynn, MA
  • 12 days ago

Department is looking for a terrific Elementary General Music Teacher....

24-25 Instrumental Strings Music Teacher, Grades 3-8 (3/31/25-6/17/25)

  • Somerville, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Somerville, MA
  • 13 days ago

Bachelors or higher level degree in Music Education MA DESE Certification in Music Education K-12 Strong communication skills, both oral and written Exemplary interpersonal communications skills that...

Music Instructor - Part Time Gig

  • Peabody, MA
  • 13 days ago
  • Peabody, MA
  • 13 days ago

What Youll Do: As a Music Teacher, you will create an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment where students thrive....

High School Music Teacher

  • Boston, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 15 days ago

What is the High School Music Teacher Role? As a music teacher at Brooke High School, you will design and teach elective instrumental courses in music....

Instrumental Music Teacher

  • Worcester, MA
  • 15 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 15 days ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Demonstrated ability to prepare cohesive teaching units and daily lesson plans. - Knowledge of best practices in multicultural curriculum and pedagogy. - Demonstrated...

Elementary Music Teacher- General Music/ Choral/Instrumental

  • Bourne, MA
  • 19 days ago
  • Bourne, MA
  • 19 days ago

Elementary Music Teacher- General Music/ Choral/Instrumental Bourne Public Schools Bourne Intermediate - Bourne, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5022162 Application Deadline:Mar 27, 2025 11:59 PM (...

High School Music Teacher- Choral/Instrumental

  • Bourne, MA
  • 19 days ago
  • Bourne, MA
  • 19 days ago

High School Music Teacher- Choral/Instrumental Bourne Public Schools Bourne High School - Bourne, Massachusetts Job Details Job ID:5022071 Application Deadline:Mar 27, 2025 11:59 PM (UTC) Posted:Mar...

Long Term Substitute: Music Teacher (Mar - May 2025)

  • Salem, MA
  • 20 days ago
  • Salem, MA
  • 20 days ago

The music teacher will be responsible for the following in addition to other duties as assigned by their manager: Working with and for Students:Developing and implementing curriculum aligned with MA...

Lower School Music Teacher (AY25-26)

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 20 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 20 days ago

music, playing instruments, music theory skills, and music history....

Music Teacher [Immediate Opening]

  • Dorchester, MA
  • 22 days ago
  • Dorchester, MA
  • 22 days ago

About the Role The Music Teacher designs, implements and facilitates personal, intellectual and social growth by nurturing creativity and providing opportunities for expression beyond the limits and...

instructors to provide group instruction and substitute instruction in our Elementary Instrumental Music program....

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Salary for Music Teacher Jobs in Massachusetts

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireElementaryTeachers research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Music Teachers in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.4%
Master's Degree
41.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
3.4%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Music Teachers in Massachusetts
Less than 1 year
44.4%
None
24.1%
1-2 years
14.0%
2-4 years
9.0%
10+ years
2.5%
4-6 years
2.5%
6-8 years
2.2%
8-10 years
1.4%


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