Elementary Music Teacher
- 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; and
- Participate in an annual three-week staff orientation and training.
- Bachelor of Arts of 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; and
- Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player.
- Our people are what make us Uncommon.** We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits that support the personal health, wellness, and finances of our staff and their families. Our compensation philosophy values equity & fairness and attracting & retaining top talent.
- Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time, paid holidays, and 10 weeks of paid breaks (Spring, Winter, and Summer).
- Extensive, best-in-class training and development
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans + pre-tax flexible spending (FSA), dependent care (DCFSA), and health saving accounts (HSA)
- Financial Planning
- 403(b) retirement savings program + employer match
- Paid leave of absence options (parental, medical, disability, etc.)
- Mental health and counseling support + wellness benefits
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