Middle School Band Teacher

Job Description

• Be present and willing to do whatever it takes from 7:30 AM to 4:45 PM, Monday through Friday , including occasional Saturday sessions (7:30–1:00 PM) and 2–3 weeks during the summer , to ensure all scholars receive a high-quality music education that supports their holistic development.

• Assist in the development and refinement of the band curriculum , ensuring alignment with Oklahoma Fine Arts Standards and KIPP Tulsa’s mission.

• Plan, structure, and deliver daily rehearsals and music lessons that are engaging, rigorous, relevant , and aligned with a year-long scope and sequence.

• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs, skill levels, and interests of students across both middle and high school grades.

• In collaboration with Special Education staff, ensure that all IEPs and student learning needs are supported through appropriate accommodations and modifications.

• Foster a classroom and rehearsal environment that is positive, structured, joyful, and conducive to creativity and learning
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• Communicate with students and families, including being available during evening hours by phone, to address music-related questions, practice support, and performance preparation.

• Organize and lead school concerts, performances, and musical showcases throughout the school year that highlight student progress and celebrate the arts.

• Assist with the district's marching band program.

• With support from school leadership, use scholar participation data, practice logs, formative assessments (e.g., playing tests, vocal assessments), and performance rubrics to drive planning and instruction.

• Engage in regular reflection and seek opportunities to grow your craft through coaching, peer collaboration, and professional development.

• Participate in KIPP Tulsa’s coaching and evaluation cycle , incorporating feedback to enhance instruction, rehearsal strategies, and student engagement.

• Help build a joyful, inclusive, and high-expectations music culture across middle and high school.

• Build strong, positive relationships with students, families, and staff grounded in mutual respect, high expectations, and shared joy for the arts.

• Uphold and implement KIPP Tulsa’s school-wide positive behavior system , ensuring consistent expectations across academic and elective spaces.

• Support and model KIPP Tulsa’s core values:

  • High Expectations: Hold all students to a high musical and behavioral standard, regardless of background or experience level.

  • Growth Mindset: Believe every student can grow musically and personally with the right support, and seek feedback to grow as an educator.

  • Commitment to Team: Collaborate with staff, administrators, and families to build a robust and sustainable music program that thrives across campuses.

  • Joy and Fun: Celebrate the power of music and bring positive energy to every rehearsal, performance, and school day.

• Lived experience as a member of an HBCU marching band, with demonstrated expertise in teaching and leading showstyle marching band at the middle and/or high school level.

• Assist with the marching band program for KIPP Tulsa Public Charter Schools.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop student performances, competitions, and public showcases that build school pride and community engagement.

• A minimum of 2 years of teaching experience preferred, particularly in music or performing arts settings.

• A strong passion for being part of a mission-driven, team-oriented school culture focused on equity, excellence, and opportunity for all students.

• A deep commitment to growth and continuous improvement , with a desire to become a more effective educator by learning alongside the KIPP Tulsa team and family.

• Proven success in raising the performance and engagement of traditionally under-served students , especially in creative or performance-based disciplines.

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in music education, vocal/instrumental performance, or a related field.

• Oklahoma State teacher certification in music , preferred (applicants currently pursuing…