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Music Curriculum Development Jobs in Minnesota (NOW HIRING)

Piano Tutor

Minneapolis, MN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Skilled at teaching progressive technique development, musical interpretation, and practice ... Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar with piano pedagogy methods and graded ...

Guitar Tutor

Edina, MN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... music theory, songwriting, and ensemble performance. * Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar with guitar pedagogy methods and common challenges such as finger strength development ...

Piano Tutor

Saint Paul, MN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Skilled at teaching progressive technique development, musical interpretation, and practice ... Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar with piano pedagogy methods and graded ...

Piano Tutor

Edina, MN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Skilled at teaching progressive technique development, musical interpretation, and practice ... Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar with piano pedagogy methods and graded ...

Guitar Tutor

Saint Paul, MN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... music theory, songwriting, and ensemble performance. * Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar with guitar pedagogy methods and common challenges such as finger strength development ...

Guitar Tutor

Minneapolis, MN · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

... music theory, songwriting, and ensemble performance. * Curriculum Awareness & Adaptive Instruction: Familiar with guitar pedagogy methods and common challenges such as finger strength development ...

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Music Curriculum Development information

What is music curriculum development?

A Music Curriculum Development job involves designing, organizing, and refining music education programs for schools, institutions, or private organizations. Professionals in this role create lesson plans, select appropriate teaching materials, and ensure that the curriculum aligns with educational standards and student needs. They may also collaborate with educators, administrators, and other stakeholders to enhance music instruction. The goal is to develop engaging, effective programs that foster musical skills, knowledge, and appreciation in students of various levels.

What does music curriculum development do?

Professionals in Music Curriculum Development typically spend their days designing and revising music curricula, developing lesson plans, and selecting appropriate instructional materials. They often collaborate with teachers, school administrators, and subject matter experts to ensure the curriculum aligns with educational standards and addresses the needs of diverse learners. Regular tasks may include evaluating existing programs, leading professional development sessions, and integrating technology to enhance music education. This role involves a balance of independent work and team-based projects, making strong communication and organization skills essential.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed for music curriculum development?

To thrive in Music Curriculum Development, you need a strong background in music theory, pedagogy, and curriculum design, often supported by a degree in music education or a related field. Experience with curriculum mapping software, digital audio workstations, and adherence to relevant educational standards (such as state or national arts standards) is typically required. Excellent collaboration, communication, and project management skills help you successfully engage with educators, administrators, and other stakeholders. These skills ensure that music programs are effective, engaging, and aligned with both educational goals and evolving industry practices.

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Music Teacher 1.0 FTE Long Term Sub (BP and LL)

Stillwater Area Public Schools

Stillwater, MN • On-site

$55K - $105K/yr

Full-time

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Music - Vocal
Date Posted:
8/31/2026
Location:
Bayport Elementary
Thank you for your interest in Stillwater Area Public Schools!
The Stillwater Area Public School District has a long and proud tradition of high expectations, high standards and outstanding achievement. Our schools are safe and welcoming places where students receive personal attention from adults who care about them. Helping students learn and grow is a big job, and it takes hundreds of dedicated and caring staff to make it happen. We're proud of our incredible staff working on behalf of over 8,000 students every day. Our roles may vary, but one thing is the same - our shared passion to have a meaningful impact on the lives of students in the community we love. It's why people join our team and it's why they stay here.
Job Title: General Music Teacher Long Term Substitute- Bayport Elementary School and Lily Lake Elementary School
Job Summary: To develop materials and lesson plans; conduct instruction; regularly evaluate instructional materials for grade appropriateness; and continually assess student development and performance. To regularly meet with parents / guardians / responsible adults and/or students to ensure everyone's clear understanding of that student's or students' overall performance in terms of strengths / weaknesses, progress / potential and any other observable characteristics, abilities or challenges which are affecting the student's or students' performance.
FTE/Hours per Day: 1.0 FTE from November 16, 2026 through early April of 2027. Teaching Schedule: Days 1,3, 4and 6 at Bayport Elementary, and Days 2 and 5 at Lily Lake Elementary. Working hours are 7:15 - 3:15 daily.
Qualifications:
  • An Elementary Classroom or Vocal Music teaching licensure issued by the State of Minnesota

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
  • Masters Degree preferred.

Diversity:
Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), women and LGBTQ+ candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. Stillwater Area Public Schools recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of it's employees and in supporting our academic mission. Stillwater Area Public Schools is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
Salary/Wage Information: As per the SCEA Master Contract, $55,880 - $105,432 (based on 1.0 FTE, to be prorated based on assignment length) is the salary range. This substitute may be assigned through Kelly Services for a flat rate per day amount.
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Designs and implements a curriculum plan tailored and appropriate to the subject area(s) for which responsible.
  • Reviews, selects, and modifies materials and resources to carry out the curriculum plan.
  • Instructs students in a manner which consistently incorporates best teaching practices.
  • Establishes and sustains positive, mutually-respectful and appropriate relationships with students in all settings.
  • Participates and contributes actively to site educational and related programming to help ensure a broad-based experience for students.
  • Develops and maintains collaborative and productive working relationships with support services staff; outside service vendors and any other sources in a position to meet student needs and advance their growth, development and achievements.
  • Works effectively with colleges and universities to provide practice teachers and education program candidates with viable, valuable and practical learning experiences.
  • Assesses and Evaluates results being achieved through current teaching practices as the primary basis for ongoing instructional planning; determining student progress / grading / reporting; and reinforcing students' outstanding contributions and performance.
  • Assesses and evaluates one's own professional development needs including the necessary planning and strategies to satisfy those needs.
  • Maintains various required records and data according to established policies and procedures, ensuring the accurate and timely availability of such information as needed.
  • Performs other job-related duties as requested or assigned.

Skills & Abilities
  • Formal preparation and appropriate licensure for the area(s) being taught.
  • Knowledge of current practices in curriculum and instruction for the level(s) and subject area(s) being taught and the ability to create plans in a consistently complete and timely manner.
  • Decisions on design, content and delivery alternatives are made in consideration of student abilities and needs and also complement and supplement applicable graduation standards.
  • Knowledge of special education due process rules and procedures.
  • Knowledge, skills and abilities to consistently select objectives at the appropriate difficulty level and teach to those objectives.
  • Knowledge of child growth, development, learning patterns and principles of learning effectively, monitoring student learning and adjusting practices accordingly.
  • Develop instructional strategies that maximize student involvement and participation.
  • Provide an honest, respectful, caring and safe learning environment.
  • Knowledge, skills and ability to communicate behavior, learning and interaction expectations in a manner which sets an example and fosters mutual respect, accountability, cooperation, and responsible, appropriate role relationships with students, parents, colleagues and others.
  • Introduce and facilitate alternative dispute resolution (ADR) procedures under appropriate circumstances.
  • Honors and preserves confidentiality within the context of ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, protocols and procedures.
  • Recommendations developed on both specific and generalized basis designed to advance educational and developmental missions of the site and District.
  • Knowledge of appropriate resources inside and outside the District is current and effectively applied.
  • Demonstrates an interest to stay current and effective through the pursuit and completion of required continuing education and other applicable opportunities.
  • Knowledge of existing electronic and/or hard-copy records management helps ensure the appropriate interactive use of such information.

Working Conditions: See attached job description
Application Procedure: Apply online
Address Application Materials to: Anna Wilcek, Principal
Attachment(s):
  • SCEA Master Contract, '25-27 FINAL SIGNED.pdf
  • Teacher Job Description, '26-27.pdf