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About this role

Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running a large, fast-growing, and high-performing network of public charter schools takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We are growing fast in New York and expanding to Florida, and we would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.

At Success, non-academic subjects aren’t ‘extra’ but essential. Scholar Talent and electives serve as critical, creative outlets for scholars to explore and develop their passions and talents in athletics, chess, debate and visual and performing arts. We expect Scholar Talent teachers to be masters of their craft and share their passion, talent and experience in the classroom.


We are looking for a results-driven Music Teacher to join our community.


In this role, you will




  • Build a classroom culture in which scholars develop a love for music;




  • Collaborate with music teachers across the network to build a superb musical program;




  • Produce a top notch concerts for scholars to showcase their music skills;




  • Inspire a love for music through rigorous lessons and centering scholar learning on creating connecting, performing, and responding to artistic works within Music;




  • Engage in training and collaborating with music teachers and leaders across the network to benefit from targeted feedback and professional development related to instruction and content.




We invite you to apply if you




  • Have or will receive a Bachelor’s degree prior to your start date;




  • Achieved outstanding academic results;




  • Have a track record of success in engaging students in music through creating, performing and participating in music;




  • Are passionate about music and learning;




  • Have teaching experience with a record of knowing and using music materials and resources to propel learning;




  • Understand the cultural dimensions and contributions of music;




  • Set ambitious goals for yourself and others, and are not afraid of putting in the hard work it takes to achieve them;




  • Have confidence and presence -- You enjoy taking the lead and inspiring others with your passion and commitment;




  • Enjoy collaborating with others (i.e., playing on an athletics team, or in a band or orchestra);




  • Have leadership experience (i.e. leadership position on a club or team; experience overseeing/managing people or organizing activities);




  • Pay strong attention to detail, and have experience juggling multiple responsibilities and planning around competing priorities;




  • Have experience working with a group of children;




  • Embody the character traits we value in our ETHOS - Excellence, Teamwork, Humor, Ownership, and making sure our Scholars are top of mind.



Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.

Compensation Range
$65,000$65,000 USD

Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.


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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.


Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.

Other facts

Tech stack
Music Education,Classroom Management,Collaboration,Performance Skills,Student Engagement,Cultural Understanding,Leadership,Attention to Detail

About Success Academy Charter Schools

Since 2006, Success Academy has tackled educational inequities head-on by providing exceptional public education for 22,000 K-12 students in New York City. Our network of 59 free, public charter schools is looking for diverse, ambitious, talented people like you to join our team!

Starting on your first day, you’ll receive world-class training and mentorship while working in a collaborative environment with passionate colleagues. As part of the Success Academy team, you will have ample growth opportunities within our network — including leadership roles.

Success Academy is seeking candidates from all majors and backgrounds. All interviews are virtual, and a degree in Education is not required to teach. If you graduated or will be graduating with a bachelor's degree between Dec 2025 and Dec 2026, we encourage you to apply!

We encourage you to look at our current openings and consider applying.

Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Education Administration Programs
Founding Year: 2006

What you'll do

  • The Music Teacher will build a classroom culture that fosters a love for music and collaborate with other music teachers to enhance the musical program. They will also produce concerts for students to showcase their skills and engage in professional development.

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What does a Music Teacher do at Success Academy Charter Schools?

As a Music Teacher at Success Academy Charter Schools, you will: the Music Teacher will build a classroom culture that fosters a love for music and collaborate with other music teachers to enhance the musical program. They will also produce concerts for students to showcase their skills and engage in professional development..

Why join Success Academy Charter Schools as a Music Teacher?

Success Academy Charter Schools is a leading Education Administration Programs company.

Is the Music Teacher position at Success Academy Charter Schools remote?

The Music Teacher position at Success Academy Charter Schools is based in New York, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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