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About Mill Springs Academy:

For more than 40 years, Mill Springs Academy has been dedicated to empowering neurodivergent students to discover their strengths and thrive. Our unique approach to education combines academic learning with practical skill development through project-based learning. Our hands-on curriculum engages students in real-world challenges, fostering critical thinking, executive functioning skills, and social-emotional intelligence. At Mill Springs, our mission is clear—prepare students to be Real World Ready, equipped with the confidence, life skills, and resilience to succeed in whatever path they choose.

The Band Director is responsible for teaching Kindergarten-4th grade instrumental music classes and 5th-12th grade concert band, as well as coordinating Fall and Spring Band concerts and other band events on campus. Working as a team player with the rest of the Fine Arts department is a must.

Responsibilities:

Direct and manage the overall program of instrumental music for the school.

Plan concert music each semester.

Direct instrumental performers.

Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.

Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal process.

Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.

Qualifications and Skills:

Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education or a related field (Master’s Degree preferred).

Experience teaching students with learning differences and an understanding of different learning styles and skill levels.

Creative, flexible and innovative teaching style that engages all types of learners.

Superior communication skills (both written and oral).

Positive approach of classroom management.

About Mill Springs Academy

For more than 40 years, Mill Springs Academy has been dedicated to empowering neurodivergent students to discover their strengths and thrive. Our unique approach to education combines academic learning with practical skill development through Project-Based Learning (PBL). Our hands-on curriculum engages students in real-world challenges, fostering critical thinking, executive functioning skills, and social-emotional intelligence. At Mill Springs, our GOAL is clear—prepare students to be Real World Ready, equipped with the confidence, life skills, and resilience to succeed in whatever path they choose.

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