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The Interim Instrumental Music Teacher provides basic fundamentals of instrumental music instruction for elementary and middle school students, keeping in mind the philosophy of the school which is to infuse a love of and exposure to arts education for each child. The music teacher works in collaboration with the performing arts department and may direct a school band or orchestra, organize performances and maintain classroom instruments. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Instruct and/or co-teach one or more elementary and middle grades in the Instrumental music curriculum as designated by the department.

• Employ a variety of teaching methods to engage different learning styles and ability levels in the classroom.

• Prepare motivating and stimulating lessons that reflect knowledge of the curriculum, child development, and student abilities.

• Encourage an inclusive classroom that accepts the different perspectives and backgrounds of the students and elicits a greater understanding of the world around them with a global perspective. 

• Demonstrate a willingness to learn, grow, and improve as a teacher.

• Continue to update knowledge of the content area(s) taught. 

• Chaperone class trips, take on day-to-day duties such as lunch/carpool duties, and engage fully in events/experiences.

• Advise a group of approximately 15 students and be the point of contact for students and parents.

• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.

• Must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or a related field. 

• At least four years experience teaching elementary and middle school students (3-8).

• Experience teaching band and orchestra in a school setting. 

SKILLS, ABILITIES AND QUALITIES:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including listening and feedback capabilities.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a wide and diverse population, including principals, school officials, members of the leadership team, other employees, parents, students, volunteers, visitors and representatives from other organizations.  

• Ability to multitask, prioritize and follow-through effectively. 

• Excellent organizational skills with high attention to detail, accuracy, and protocol.

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out duties and responsibilities.  

• Excellent ability to write effective communications.

• High level of flexibility, responsiveness, patience, compassion and kindness.

• High level of discretion in maintaining confidentiality of sensitive information and issues. 

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

• High level of commitment to providing excellent customer service with the ability to develop productive work-related partnerships with staff members.

• Committed to embracing and enhancing the mission and philosophy of the school as it relates to the religious and educational development of students and of maintaining a sense of community and family spirit within the school environment. 

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• Occasionally lift up to 30 pounds.

• Generally works in standard office conditions and climate.

• Works in a highly stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts.

• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.