Durham, North Carolina
Aliso Viejo, California
East Haddam, Connecticut
New York, New York
Greensboro, North Carolina
Posted: 06-Dec-24
Location: New York , New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $66,000-$113,300
Salary Details:
Required Education:
The Town School is a coeducational Nursery through 8th Grade school on the Upper East Side of Manhattan. Town embraces high academic and ethical standards for each student, and our school’s motto, “Joy with Purpose,” guides all members of the community. We are committed to equity, teaching students to be inclusive, and to respect themselves and others. Students leave Town well-rounded, articulate, resilient, morally responsible, and committed to a path of lifelong learning.
The Town School seeks an experienced, full-time Nursery and Lower school music teacher to work with students in Nursery 3 through 3rd grade.
Major Responsibilities:
- Teach all general music classes in grades N3, N4, K, 1, 2, and 3.
o Direct all-school assembly vocal performances as needed
o Play Piano and teach songs as needed for Lower School Town Meeting
o Serve as the piano accompanist for the Lower School Chorus
o Serve as musical director, collaborating with the dance teacher and grade-level teaching teams for grade-level plays in grades K, 1, 2, and 3
o Help with the LS Talent Show, sponsoring students as needed
- Work collaboratively and professionally with subject area, grade-level, divisional, and school-wide colleagues for curriculum planning, student support, and mentoring
- Differentiate instruction to attend to the needs of individual children
- Communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and administration
- Serve as a community member by attending student guidance and divisional meetings
- Contribute constructively to all faculty discussions
- Demonstrate a commitment to equity and support of Town’s Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion; demonstration of personal growth and accomplishment in this area preferred
Salary Range: $66,000-$113,300 based on experience (not including stipends for masters/PhD., or other stipended work)
To apply: Unless otherwise noted, Applicants should send a resume, letter of interest, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Janie Vance, Academic Dean at employment@townschool.org. No phone calls please.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required
- Strong piano skills required
- Understanding of and experience with Orff Schulwerk and/or Kodaly approaches
- Experience incorporating technology in support of student learning
- Passion for teaching young children
- Personal characteristics of an outstanding professional: warmth, tact, discernment, superb communication and organization skills, high energy, and a good sense of humor
