Elementary Music Teacher - New York - Uncommon Schools

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    Uncommon Schools New York

    15 hours ago

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    Job Description

    Elementary Music Teacher

    We are seeking an accomplished and passionate Elementary Music Teacher to join our faculty. This is an exciting opportunity to develop excellence in musical talent throughout the K-12 education of our scholars.

    Our music program includes singing, movement, playing instruments, and music literacy in every class, with students engaged in as much active music-making as possible. Instrumental instruction includes recorder (in third grade), unpitched percussion, and Orff instruments.

    Responsibilities

    • Implement network-provided curricula and activities to meet music-specific academic standards;
    • Teach all music-based content including but not limited to singing, dance and movement, elementary instrumental (recorder, Orff instruments, drumming) music;
    • Develop music literacy lesson components related to teaching rhythm and pitch notation, solfege reading and singing, improvisation and composition;
    • High-level collaboration with Enrichment teachers and Director of Operations to create and plan for multiple performances throughout the school year;
    • Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards;
    • Support school instructional and cultural needs including but not limited to academic teaching coverage, test proctoring, daily systems duties, additional supportive duties;
    • Participate in collaborative curriculum development, department activities, and school-wide functions;
    • Develops strong classroom management skills congruent with Uncommon Schools system of management;
    • Be accountable for students' mastery of musical standards;
    • Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues;
    • Participate in an annual three-week staff orientation and training.

    Qualifications

    • Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Music in Music, Music Education or Performance;
    • Experience teaching general and vocal music to elementary aged children;
    • Experience with the Kodaly and Orff approaches; levels training in one or both pedagogies is highly preferred;
    • Ability to manage and direct large groups of students;
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
    • Valid State Certification is helpful but not required;
    • Piano and vocal proficiency, knowledge of recorder, basic guitar. Additional instrument proficiency is helpful;
    • Belief in and alignment with Uncommon's core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable;
    • Experience performing and/or teaching music is highly preferred;
    • Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred;
    • Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom;
    • Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom;
    • Mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects;
    • Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player.

    Additional Information

    At Uncommon Schools, we believe that our compensation philosophy and benefits should reflect our values-equity, transparency, and clarity-to enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their expertise.

    Compensation for this position: The starting compensation for this role based in New York City for school year 2023-2024 is between $64,000 to $96,900 and the starting compensation for school year 2024-2025 is between $65,000 to $97,900.

    Benefits: We offer comprehensive, flexible, and competitive compensation, benefits and perks that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families.

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