About this role
SY 26-27 Strings Teacher
GENERAL INFORMATION
Title: SY 26-27 Strings Teacher Department: W. M. Bass Elementary Salary Grade: 10 Month Teacher FLSA Status: Exempt
Site/Location: W. M. Bass Elementary, Dearington Elementary Reports to: Building Administrator Date: 06/08/2026
POSITION SUMMARY
At elementary level, implement a Suzuki strings program adapted for the public school setting in three elementary schools.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• This position is for three elementary school assignments.
• Provide Suzuki-based group class strings instruction, primarily violin, adapted for the public school setting to K-5 elementary students.
• At the elementary school, work with the school's administrator and classroom teachers to develop a class schedule that provides two thirty-minute group strings lessons per week.
• Work with parents so that they can assist their children in practice at home.
• Participate in all city-wide string events, and provide performance opportunities in the school and community.
• Oversee both the use and care of division-owned instruments.
• Use effective instructional and classroom management practices.
• Contribute positively and constructively to the LCS Strings Professional Learning Community.  
LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES
Personal Competencies
• Honesty
• Integrity
• Ethical
• Equity Minded
• Emotional Intelligence
• Cultural Competence
• Safety
• Quality
Leadership Competencies
• Models Excellent Customer Service
• Thinks Strategically
• Shows Initiative
• Acts Decisively
• Communicates Effectively
• Works Collaboratively
• Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies
• Technical Capabilities
• Computer Literacy
• Data Analysis and Management
• Fiscal Planning and Management
• Project Management
• Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Possess or be eligible for a Virginia teaching license with an endorsement in instrumental music, Prek-12.
• Bachelors/Masters Degree in music or music education with emphasis in instrumental music.
• Suzuki teacher training and SAA membership is strongly encouraged. 
• Experience teaching beginner techniques in all strings instruments is preferred.  
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
•
• Knowledge of Suzuki-based string instruction methods
• Knowledge of elementary music education and classroom management practices
• Skill in teaching group string instruction
• Skill in collaboration and parent communication
• Ability to manage instruments and program logistics
• Ability to contribute positively to professional learning communities
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
• None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
• Travel within school division.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
AAP/EEO STATEMENT
LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
SALARY: Please refer to LCS Employee Pay Scales found here: https://www.lcsedu.net/departments/personnel/employee-pay-scales.
DAYS: 200
START DATE: 2026-2027