Music Specialist - Early Childhood Class Teacher

Position Purpose
To teach music classes in the Early Childhood programs at B2R.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Specific duties and responsibilities include the following but the individual will also be expected to perform all the duties necessary which are customarily performed by a person holding this position.  Other duties may be assigned.

• To learn and execute the Bach to Rock Early Childhood curriculum as designed
• To prepare for and deliver instruction using the Bach to Rock detailed lesson plans and activities
• To create a warm and welcoming class environment in which young children can feel safe and cared for
• Use the recommendations in the B2R curriculum to encourage and educate caregivers who attend class with their children
• To receive constructive feedback on teaching techniques and apply the feedback to new teaching situations and environments

Knowledge and Abilities 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed here are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.  Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Must demonstrate an understanding of basic music concepts and be able to communicate those concepts in a developmentally appropriate and age-appropriate manner with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. 
• Must play a musical instrument – piano, keys, or guitar preferred
• Must be able to sing in tune and a cappella (unaccompanied)
• Must demonstrate the ability to run basic sound equipment, computers, and PowerPoint presentations
• Must be able to be physically present at the facility during its hours of operation

Education, Work Experience, and/or Licensure

• Certificate and/or degrees in one or more of the following:
  • Elementary Education
  • Music Education
  • Early Childhood Education
  • Music Therapy

Those who are currently enrolled in a degree program in one of the three listed majors will also be considered

• Years of experience in the subject area may be substituted for a degree or licensure

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics listed here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Under the ADA, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Basic office environment
• Music Studio
• Various music event venues throughout the metro area surrounding the school