Middle School Music Teacher, Instrumental Band

Uncommon Schools seeks an accomplished passionate Middle School Music (instrumental band) Teacher to join our faculty. The position represents an exciting opportunity to join a growing program that is dedicated to developing excellence in musical talent throughout the K-12 education of our scholars. Our music pedagogy approach is grounded in balancing direct literacy and ensemble skills through ensemble-based learning on a variety of instruments (woodwinds brass percussion). Our music program includes building foundational literacy and performance skills on an instrument while exposing students to various music repertoires styles genres and cultures through performance repertoire. The band teacher introduces the instruments to new band students while developing older students who have been a part of the program in classroom ensemble settings. We are currently hiring for two middle school campuses: one role for Instrumental Band one role for Instrumental Strings and/or General Music.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement network band program vision by leading high-quality instrumental instruction for middle school musicians that meet music-specific academic standards

• Teach all music-based content including string ensemble instrumental pedagogy (violin viola cello bass) and/or wind ensemble instrumental pedagogy (rhythm wind and brass) music literacy and sight-reading on instruments and ensemble performance repertoire

• Direct afterschool band with 5 types of instrumentation

• Frequently collaborates with Sr. Manager of Music Programs and High School Jazz Band Director to partner on curriculum development performance repertoire high school recruitment performance and events

• Develop music literacy lesson components related to teaching rhythm and pitch notation improvisation and composition

• High-level collaboration with Principal 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

• Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices

• 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 :

• Bachelors degree in music education is required; Masters degree is preferred;

• Valid State Certification is helpful but not required;

• Experience leading and directing bands and advanced experience with instrumental pedagogy;

• Proficiency playing and teaching woodwinds brass and percussion required. Experience arranging instrumental music is helpful;

• Ability to manage and direct large groups of students;

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;

• Belief in and alignment with Uncommons core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable;

• 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.

Additional Information :

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.

Compensation

Compensation for this role is between $72000 to $115000. 

Starting pay is determined using various factors including but not limited to relevant full-time teaching experience education certifications and tenure with Uncommon Schools. Candidates without full-time Teaching experience will likely have a starting salary of $72000. 
 

Benefits

• 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

*A detailed list of all benefits is located HERE.

At Uncommon we believe that a supportive and welcoming environment helps our students staff and community thrive. We are dedicated to building a team that brings a wide range of perspectives and experiences reflective of the communities we serve---with over 70% of our staff identifying as people of color. Our organization values respect and open dialogue on important topics that shape our school culture.

As an equal opportunity employer Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would like to request an accommodation please email
 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time