K-8 Music Teacher

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Music Teacher at Charlotte Prep cultivates an inspiring, student-centered environment that brings music and chorus to life for learners in Kindergarten through 8th grade. Partnering with our Fine Arts Team and faculty, this educator will design a scaffolded music program that builds foundations, develops choral literacy, and instills a lifelong passion for musical expression. As an independent school, we offer the freedom to shape the program while staying true to our mission. This is a full-time, 10-month faculty position.

The employee will maintain a healthy learning environment that supports the Charlotte Preparatory School mission statement and upholds the four pillars of leadership: Respect, Integrity, Perseverance, and Courage. Charlotte Preparatory School is committed to sustaining a professional, inclusive, and collaborative environment where diversity in thought and culture is welcomed.

Effective Date: August 6, 2026

GENERAL DUTIES

• Deliver a high-quality Kindergarten through 8th-grade music and choral curriculum that develops foundational skills that instill music appreciation and personal growth.
• Maintain a welcoming and supportive environment where students can thrive at any level.
• Instruct students across multiple vocal techniques and expose them to a variety of instruments and music theory.
• Integrate music history from a variety of genres and cultures.
• Collaborate with the Fine Arts Team to coordinate, rehearse, and execute performances that showcase students’ talent and progress.
• Plan and prepare engaging performances for school-wide events as requested, and traditional Prep songs with the chorus for the 8th-grade graduation ceremony.
• Provide differentiated instructional support to integrate and scaffold new or inexperienced students smoothly into the existing choral framework.

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education or related field.
• Master's degree in Music Education or related field preferred.
• NC Teaching Certification in Music (K-12) or willingness to obtain.
• Proven experience in teaching music to students of various ages and skill levels.
• Ability to design and implement engaging music programs that cater to diverse learning styles.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and maintain a positive, student-centered environment.