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Job Opening Information Music Teacher (Instrumental) - Band

Application Deadline
6/19/2026
Position Start Date
8/31/2026

Position Title
Music Teacher (Instrumental) - Band
Required Application Type
Teacher / Admin
Salary/Pay Scale
$47,368 - $53,944
Job Description

Certificated Vacancy

The West Seneca Central School District is seeking a full-time Music teacher to provide instrumental (band), small group lesson instruction for students at both the elementary and secondary levels.  This traveling position is also responsible for teaching our high school music history course. 

This is a probationary appointment with salary and benefits paid according to the West Seneca Teachers' Association's collective bargaining agreement and commensurate with experience.  Benefits include: competitive salary, paid time off, membership in the NYS Teacher's Retirement System, Health & Dental.  

The candidate must be able to demonstrate planning and preparation, instructional skills, effective classroom management and be motivated to engage in continuous professional learning.

A music teacher is responsible for creating a safe, stimulating and nurturing learning environment and for assisting every student in reaching his/her potential.  Teachers are responsible for the planning and preparation of their lessons; providing a safe classroom environment; leading effective instruction and participating in long-range planning which includes their own professional development.

Job Qualifications

Required Certification:  Music (Pre K-12)

Experience and Skills Preferred:

  • Knowledge of teaching music in a differentiated format
  • Ability to demonstrate and perform on primary and secondary instrument(s)
  • Experience with a variety of classroom management skills and behavior intervention programs
  • Knowledge of program modifications, testing accommodations and supplementary aides
  • Strong computer and communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate and work with other members of the department
  • Ability to demonstrate and perform with proper vocal technique
  • Instrumental (Band) conducting experience preferred
Specialized Training
  • Working With Disabled/Medically Fragile Children
Technology Literacy
  • Google Docs
  • Google Apps for Education
  • Promethean Boards and Smart Boards
  • Microsoft Office
Job Category
Teacher
Job Location
West Senior High School

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