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The 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.

 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

• Strong communication, interpersonal, technology, and presentation skills

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationships with others

• 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. 

Skills and Competencies:

• Demonstrate a desire to meaningfully teach music pedagogy to students of any age

• Demonstrate competence in teaching music curriculum to a wide variety of skill sets

• Demonstrate proficiency on more than one instrument

• Strong communication, interpersonal, technology, and presentation skills

• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and collaborative working relationships with others

About Mayfield Junior School

Thank you for your interest in joining the Mayfield Junior School community. We welcome qualified candidates in the areas of academics, administration and operations to join our team. Who We Are | Founded in 1931 by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, Mayfield Junior School is a leading independent, Catholic school serving students in kindergarten to eighth grade. Mayfield is distinguished by the Holy Child educational philosophy of Cornelia Connelly, the Society’s founder. Connelly’s pioneering belief of developing the whole child as an intellectual, spiritual, creative and athletic person set the standard for Mayfield 89 years ago. This belief guides the innovative educational program we provide and inspires our vision into the future. Our Mission Mayfield Junior School, a Catholic independent school founded and sponsored by the Society of the Holy Child Jesus, implements the philosophy of the Holy Child Schools which is based on trust and reverence for the dignity of every person. We are committed to the religious and educational development of each child and to maintaining a sense of community and family spirit that welcomes people of diverse backgrounds. At Mayfield ea...ch child is challenged to reach his or her potential. We encourage our students to respond to the needs of our time with compassion, integrity and confidence in God and in their own gifts. Educational Vision Statement Guided by our Holy Child heritage, we provide a distinctive educational experience that balances tradition and innovation in an intellectually challenging and creative environment. Students discover their best selves as they question, collaborate, and connect in a joyful community. Who You Will Be Partnering With | Mayfield’s dynamic and inclusive community—students, faculty, staff, administration, parents and alumni—is one of faith-in-action wrapped in a spirit of joy. Contributing to the lives of others is a tangible expression of God’s love for one another. Our ‘One Mayfield’ culture fosters respect, excellence and meaning. The school community values its rich tradition and purposefully sets its sight on defining what is best for students. Faculty and staff are called to implement the school’s Mission every day by nurturing the growth of each student through dynamic learning opportunities. What You Will Be Receiving | Mayfield Junior School offers a competitive compensation package and wide-ranging professional development opportunities. In a collegial and supportive environment filled with forward thinkers, faculty and staff are provided the tools and resources enabling each the opportunity to thrive. Where You Will Be Working | The San Gabriel Mountains provide a picturesque backdrop to our neighborhood campus located in the vibrant city of Pasadena. Mayfield Junior School is just 10 miles north of Downtown Los Angeles, south of the world-famous Rose Bowl, east of bustling Old Pasadena and west of the California Institute of Technology. Get to and around Pasadena thanks to Mayfield Junior School’s close proximity to convenient transit and light rail options.

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