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Easton, Redding & Region 9 Public School Districts

John Read Middle School: Music Teacher

Easton, Redding & Region 9 Public School Districts, Redding, CT, United States

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Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/Music

Date Posted:
2/28/2025

Location:
John Read Middle School, Redding, CT

Date Available:
Start of 2025-2026 SY

Closing Date:
Until Filled
MUSIC TEACHER

Date Available: This position is available commencing with the 2025-2026 school year.

Salary & Benefits: In accordance with the Redding Education Association's collective bargaining agreement. Competitive benefits.

Qualifications:
  • CT certification as a Music Teacher (049) in K-12 Music
  • Understanding of content and performance standards in General Music at the middle school level
  • Administers music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
  • Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to student learning
  • Preferred experience working with middle school students
  • Strong classroom management skills
  • Experience with chorus
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to maintain effective relationships with students, parents, and teaching colleagues
  • Must be flexible, creative, demonstrate strong organizational skills
  • Must be highly motivated and self-directed
Responsibilities:
  • Provides basic vocal instruction for students
  • Collaborates with colleagues to organize on-site and off-site performances
  • Communicates with parents and school staff on individual student's progress and ensemble rehearsals
  • Cooperation with staff in providing musical programs for school assemblies
Applications will only be accepted online at the district Web site: www.er9.org
A direct link to the application page is: www.applitrack.com/er9/onlineapp


Applications Must Include:
  • Formal letter of application addressed to Jennifer Desmarais, Principal
  • Resume
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • College transcripts (official transcripts will be required at the time of hire)
  • Copy of appropriate CT teaching certification(s)

Application Deadline: Until filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Redding Public School District is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.