QUALIFICATIONS - BA in Music Education or relevant field of study, a Masters Degree is preferred
- Models respect for others, enthusiastic with an encouraging attitude
- Experienced and practiced in the latest music technology (Smartmusic, Finale, Sibelius, etc.)
- Experience teaching and directing Middle or Upper School bands and wind ensembles
- Experience teaching high school music theory
- Brass or Wind player preferred, though all-instrumental proficiencies considered; piano skills are a plus
- Have a strong background in instrumental music arrangement
- Interested in DEI and Identity work and development
- Will possess a growth mindset and will engage in ongoing professional development
- Able to balance individual relational teaching with ensemble development
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and taste or smell, and stand for long periods of time. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. An interested candidate should submit the following to recruitment@fa.org: - A resume and cover letter expressing interest in and why candidate is qualified for the position. The cover letter should also include your salary requirement;
- Three to five professional references
Our Commitment to Diversity Friends Academy is committed to our guiding principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome candidates representing the diversity of the world as we deepen and elevate our educational program. Friends Academy is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to hiring and retaining exceptional, dedicated people of diverse backgrounds. We consider qualified individuals for employment with the School regardless of age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, or any other state or federally protected classification. We invite you to read our community welcome letter from our Director of Diversity, Equity, + Inclusion |
