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Ensworth School seeks an experienced music educator to join its high school arts faculty to direct three music ensembles (Rock Band, Jazz Band, and Orchestra) and instruct across the music curriculum. Prior experience teaching an array of brass, woodwind, strings, and other orchestral instruments and topics such as musicology, music history, music theory, music technology, and/or guitar classes at the high school level is strongly desired. The ability to work as part of the team that produces the high school musical as well as music and audio support for community and arts department events is necessary. The ideal applicant will be a talented multi-instrumentalist with three or more years of teaching experience in Instrumental Music and/or jazz studies and the demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with students and colleagues. Above all, the successful applicant will have demonstrated a commitment to the principles expressed in the Ensworth Vision Statement, executing their role with moral integrity, intellectual vitality, discipline, compassion, humor, and joy.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions:
- Abides by Ensworth’s Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct
- Commits to the ideals expressed in Ensworth’s Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
- Teaches across Ensworth’s Music Curriculum
- Works as an advisor in the School’s advisory program
- Directs three ensembles per semester - Jazz Band, Rock Band, and Orchestra.
- Directs the School “Spirit Band”- An After-School Contemporary Pep Band for School Community and Athletic Events.
- Work as a team member for the HS musical rehearsing the pit orchestra and providing general support of logistics, tech, and education for the entirety of the show
- Integrates technology to support curricular aims and help students effectively achieve their goals
- As a Performing Arts Team Member, helps manage and support equipment setup and breakdown for all performances, concerts, and events.
- Provides continual assessment of student progress and communicates academic performance with the support of the Visual and Performing Arts Department Chair
- Provides student support and supervision both inside and outside the classroom
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications/Experience:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education and/or Music; Master’s Degree preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of music education experience in a classroom setting
- Must be a highly skilled musician and artist with a presentable portfolio of work and a demonstrated record of working with students in an educational environment
- Advanced understanding and ability to use computers and technology including Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, basic office equipment, music software such as MuseScore, Logic X, and basic live event audio engineering.
- Well-developed interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment, including students, co-workers, parents, alumnae, volunteers, and the public
- Possesses a positive team mentality with excellent problem-solving, multi-tasking, and organization skills
- Professional and efficient in their ability to work independently while also able to effectively collaborate with internal teams and external partners
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously with differing deadlines
- A high degree of accuracy and superior attention to detail
- Must successfully complete background screening and verification
- Continued Education Programs (as required by Grade Level and/or position) – Periodically participate in different training sessions identified by you, the employee and/or Divisional Leadership/Supervisor with the goal of keeping our teachers and staff up to date with current teaching methods, practices and any new knowledge in their respective field. Dependent on the program, such training may need to take place outside of normal working hours and/or in the summer months.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
- Regularly works in standard performing arts theater, office, and classroom conditions
- Works at a computer screen for extended periods of time; ability to observe students from various distances
- Frequently required to move around the theater/office/classroom; works at a desk for extended periods of time; occasionally moves around campus and arts facility
- Ability to occasionally move items weighing up to 50 lbs. across the gallery, theater, and arts classrooms
- Occasionally works in a stressful performance environment, effectively dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts; stamina to maintain attention to detail despite interruptions
- Ensworth requires employees to be physically present on campus, with limited exceptions that are at the sole discretion of the School. Under extraordinary circumstances, some or all of the workforce may be required to move to a remote working environment. Additionally, certain individuals may also be approved for limited remote work, based on the nature of the job description, specific circumstances, and only with written prior approval by a direct supervisor.
Application Requirements:
Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment and attach a cover letter, résumé, and a statement of educational philosophy. Contact avenij@ensworth.com with any questions.
About Ensworth School:
Ensworth is a kindergarten through twelfth grade, coeducational independent school. The School promotes academic excellence and inspires students to be intellectually curious, to use their talents to the fullest, to be people of integrity, and to be contributors to society.
Located on two campuses in Nashville, Tennessee, Ensworth enrolls approximately 1,200 students and serves families in more than 50 zip codes. Ensworth is recognized among the leading independent schools in the nation. The school’s challenging academic program is embedded in a culture of support and encouragement and reflects a commitment to the core skills of observation, collaboration, communication, analysis, questioning, evaluation, and most importantly, the application of knowledge. Graduates have the adaptability, resilience, and resourcefulness necessary for success in the 21st century and are not only prepared to meet the demands of the future but are also imbued with a sense of purpose and service to others.
It is Ensworth's policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law. It is the intent and resolve of Ensworth to comply with the letter and the spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity. This equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, evaluation, promotion, disciplinary action, termination, compensation and training. Employment decisions at Ensworth will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities.
