2026 Summer Programs Summer Music Camp Woodwind Instructor
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Job Location:
Somerville, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
5 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Goal: Somerville Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness equity and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.
We welcome and value different perspectives and experiences in our staff recognizing the powerful impact that a diverse workforce has on all students. We are committed to supporting educators through a strong induction and mentorship program educator-driven professional development and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
As a district we are also committed to supporting the whole child by promoting a trusting mutually respectful and inspiring culture that values the individuality of our students and the professionalism of the field.
Qualifications:
Excellent musicianship and artistry as a teacher/performer
Strong understanding of woodwind pedagogy
Experience working with children from diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Self-motivated and willing to collaborate in a team-teaching environment
At least 2 years of prior teaching experience preferred
Bachelors or equivalent degree in Woodwind Performance. Music Education Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred
Responsibilities: Develop and teach engaging group woodwind lessons that:
Establish routines and encourage development of strong fundamental skills
Incorporate a variety of strategies (movement ear training music reading) and activities (exercises games demonstration listening etc)
Maintain excellent classroom management
Adapt to the needs of students at various levels and with various learning styles
Encourage peer teaching
Collaborating closely with the Administration and faculty to achieve program-wide learning goals
Maintaining a positive and nurturing classroom environment
Setting and maintaining high standards for student behavior and music learning
Enforcing program rules and policies
Terms of Employment:
Seasonal/Yearly Employment
Location: Somerville High School
$40 per hour worked
Mandatory Orientation and Professional Development Days: TBD
Program Schedule:
Monday through Friday
Start Date: July 20 2026
End Date: July 31 2026
Hours: 8:30am - 12:30pm
Position Reports to:Summer Music Camp Director
The Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs facilities or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race color age religion disability pregnancy home status marital/civil union status sex/gender gender identity sexual orientation citizenship status place of birth national origin ancestry cultural identity genetics or military status and does not tolerate any form of retaliation or bias-based intimidation threat or harassment that demeans individuals dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.
Required Experience:
IC
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About Company
Education - Inspiration - Excellence are the themes that characterize the instructional services, departments and programs of the Somerville Public Schools. Our Mission: The Somerville Public Schools is dedicated to the realization of the full intellectual, physical, social, and e ... View more
