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May 23, 2026

High School Instrumental Music Teacher/Director-Band, Orchestra and Music Courses

Job Description

JobID: 4686

Position Type:
High School Teaching/Music - Band
Date Posted:
5/21/2026
Location:
North Central High School
Date Available:
08/04/2026

The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township (MSDWT) is located in the northern section of Indianapolis. It is a dynamic community with broad diversity in cultures, religions, ethnic groups, races, and socioeconomic levels. MSDWT has been an educational leader in Indiana for the last sixty years.

Our mission is to nurture our students into tomorrow's leaders by cultivating learning environments that ignite innovation, amplify diverse and critical thinking, and inspire growth and achievement.

JOB DETAILS

Job Title
High School Instrumental Music Teacher/Director-Band, Orchestra & Music Courses

Qualifications Profile (Licensure)
This position requires a valid and active license issued by the Indiana Department of Education in Music

Education
Candidates must document successful attainment of degrees required for licensure in the state of Indiana in Music Education or related field

Location
North Central High School

Position Start Date
8/4/2026

Work Schedule
Full-Time

Calendar Length
185 day contract

FLSA Classification
Contract salary, Exempt

Salary/Hourly Rate
BS 0 years experience=$53,000, MS 0 years experience=$54,000 with additional compensation for years of experience

Benefits
Benefits are effective 1st of the month following the first day of employment.Additional benefits information can be found at https://www.msdwt.k12.in.us/benefits

JOB EXPECTATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Position Purpose/Description

  • North Central High School seeks a dynamic, student-centered high school music teacher experienced in instrumental instruction and classroom-based music courses. The successful candidate will support our band and/or orchestra programs, demonstrate proficiency in woodwind, brass or string instruments, and lead engaging non-performance classes such as Piano Lab I & II, AP Music Theory, and Social History of Rock and Roll. Additional non-performance electives may be assigned based on departmental needs.
Essential Functions

  • Co-teach and assist with high school band and/or orchestra rehearsal, instruction, and concert preparation
  • Serve as lead instructor for non-performance music courses (for example: Piano Lab I & II, AP Music Theory/AP Music Theater, Social History of Rock and Roll)
  • Provide individual and small-group instrumental coaching as needed; demonstrate proficiency in woodwind, brass or string instruments
  • Develop clear, standards-aligned lesson plans and assess student progress with formative and summative measures
  • Contribute to curriculum development, classroom management, and a positive, inclusive learning environment
  • Communicate regularly and professionally with students, families and colleagues
  • Co-lead extra curricular rehearsals, concerts and other events; supervise students as assigned
  • Perform other duties as assigned by building administration
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Demonstrated proficiency on at least one instrument in the woodwind, brass, or string families
  • Experience teaching high school band, orchestra, or classroom music courses preferred
  • Strong skills in lesson planning, assessment, classroom management and collaborative program building

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

PERCENT OF TIME

Seldom = Less than 25%
Occasional = 26 to 50%
Often = 51 to 75%
Very Frequent = 76% and above

Ability to stand for extended periods of time

Often

Ability to carry 25 pounds

Seldom

Amount to lift 25 pounds

Seldom

Amount of force to push/pull up to 25 pounds

Occasional

Ability to work at a desk, conference table or in meetings of various configurations

Very Frequent

Ability to see for the purpose of reading laws and codes, rules and policies and other printed matter

Very Frequent

Ability to hear and understand speech at normal levels

Very Frequent

Ability to communicate so others will be able to clearly understand a normal conversation

Very Frequent

Ability to operate office equipment

Very Frequent

Ability to reach in all directions

Very Frequent

Climbing

Seldom

Overhead work

Occasional

CONTACT INFORMATION
Rick Granlund, Performing Arts Department Chair, North Central High School
Phone: 317-259-5301 X45383
Email: rgranlund@msdwt.k12.in.us
The Metropolitan School District of Washington Township is an equal opportunity/equal access employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all applicable Federal and Indiana State laws, regulations, and executive orders in its programs and activities. Washington Township does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.

Attachment(s):
  • High School Instrumental Music Teacher Job Description .pdf

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