2026- 27: Middle School Band Director

Reports To: Principal
Location: Reimagine Prep
Compensation: Starting at $47,895 for Jackson, MS

At RePublic Schools, your work advances academic excellence and expands opportunity for every scholar. Every day, you partner with scholars and families to unlock opportunity through rigorous, joyful learning experiences and a deep commitment to scholar growth. We believe all scholars deserve access to a well-rounded education that includes meaningful opportunities in the arts.

RePublic invests deeply in its people through intentional development, competitive compensation and benefits, and meaningful recognition of the impact you make. Grow as an authentic leader within a high-performing, collaborative culture where your voice matters, your excellence is nurtured, and your work helps reimagine what public education can be in the South.

The Middle School Band Teacher is responsible for developing scholars’ musical knowledge, technical skills, creativity, and appreciation for music through engaging, standards-aligned instruction. This educator will cultivate a culture of excellence while preparing scholars for performances, concerts, and other opportunities that showcase their growth and achievement.

• Design and deliver engaging, standards-aligned band instruction that develops scholars' musical literacy, instrumental technique, and performance skills.
• Create a joyful and rigorous learning environment where scholars are challenged to achieve musical excellence while building confidence and creativity.
• Teach instrumental fundamentals including tone production, rhythm, music reading, ensemble performance, and music theory.
• Develop and implement differentiated instructional strategies to meet the diverse learning needs of all scholars.
• Prepare scholars for school concerts, community performances, festivals, and other musical showcases throughout the year.
• Monitor scholar progress through ongoing assessment and provide timely, actionable feedback to support growth and achievement.
• Maintain inventory, organization, and care of musical instruments, equipment, and instructional materials.
• Build strong relationships with scholars and families through proactive communication regarding scholar progress, performances, and program expectations.
• Foster a safe, structured, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes belonging, discipline, collaboration, and artistic expression.
• Collaborate with teachers, school leaders, and community partners to support school culture and scholar success.
• Meet all professional expectations, including lesson planning, internalization, data analysis, performance preparation, and participation in professional development.
• Continuously improve instructional practice through coaching, feedback cycles, and ongoing professional learning.
• Perform additional duties as assigned in service of school and scholar success.

RePublic Schools seeks team members from a wide range of backgrounds, talents, experiences, and perspectives. Our most successful staff share a deep commitment to our mission and consistently demonstrate a passion for academic excellence, a results-oriented mindset, genuine care for scholars, resilience in the face of challenge, and humility grounded in continuous growth. They also believe in the transformative power of arts education and the role music plays in developing confident, well-rounded scholars.

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university
• Valid state teaching license/certification (Tennessee or Mississippi), or a commitment to enroll in an approved alternative certification program upon hire
• Experience teaching instrumental music and directing band ensembles preferred
• Demonstrated proficiency in instrumental music instruction and conducting techniques
• Strong ability to navigate instructional technology and data system

• Deep belief in and commitment to RePublic Schools' mission and values
• Conviction that belonging and academic excellence go hand in hand
• Belief that every scholar deserves access to high-quality arts education
• Relentless drive for strong results and continuous improvement
• Belief that high expectations + accountability + support = scholar success

Great schools begin with great people—educators who believe every day is an opportunity to make a lasting difference. At RePublic Schools, you'll join a community of purpose-driven educators committed to delivering rigorous, grade-level learning experiences while nurturing a culture rooted in love, achievement, and belonging.

Together, we work to ensure every scholar experiences academic excellence, feels deeply supported throughout their educational journey, and is empowered to pursue a future filled with choice and opportunity. RePublic Schools is more than a network of public charter schools—we are reimagining what public education can be in the South. It's our shared belief in every scholar's potential that makes all the difference.

• Compensation: This position is salaried; salary offers are commensurate with experience. The starting salary for a first-year teacher in Jackson, MS is $47,895 and Nashville, TN is $53,610.
• Retirement Plans: Employees may participate in TCRS retirement plan in Nashville, TN, or the Principal retirement plan in Jackson, MS.
• Paid Time Off: Employees receive 10 days of Paid Time Off, in addition to network closures. This includes 8 personal leave days and 2 mental health days.
• Paid Leave Programming: RePublic Schools provides paid maternity and paternity leave based on length of service.
• Comprehensive Benefits Program: RePublic Schools provides employer-paid life insurance, disability insurance, and fertility benefits, along with comprehensive medical coverage.
• Fun Fact About Jackson, MS: Rooted in rich history, culture, and community pride, Jackson is a city of resilience and creativity. From powerful music and art to grassroots leadership and civic engagement, educators here are surrounded by changemakers committed to shaping the future—making Jackson the perfect place for mission-driven teachers to lead, grow, and make lasting impact.