Music Teacher - Middle School

Bronx Charter School for the Arts (Bronx Arts) was founded in 2002 and is a K-8 public school located in the South Bronx, with an elementary school in Hunts Point and a Middle School in Soundview. We believe that a rich and vibrant background in the arts is a key catalyst for the academic and social success of all students; and that the arts are transformative and have the power to engage students for the long haul, keeping them in school by building a passion that survives for life.

OPPORTUNITY SUMMARY

BRONX ARTS seeks a Middle SchoolMusic Teacherresponsible for promoting a positive school culture while working with parents, students, and outside instructional consultants to ensure that the high expectations we have for our scholars are maintained in their classroom. Teachers must use their knowledge of the development of young children, in ways which young children learn to support the social, emotional and cognitive development of our scholars.

• Design and execute an age-appropriate, sequentially-developed, standards-based, culturally-responsive music curriculum for sixth through eighth grade students.
• Develop students' music knowledge and skills utilizing instrumental (band), choral and/or general music as a vehicle to learning.
• Utilize and/or develop rubrics to assess and record students’ learning and growth.
• Collaboratively plan and rehearse students for at least two annual performances.
• Partner with community and cultural organizations in order to help students interact with professionals in the field, make real world connections and increase awareness of careers in music.
• Maintain school structures by enforcing school and class rules.
• Make meaningful connections through dance to academic content when content naturally aligns.
• Differentiate instruction for students with special needs.
• Build a warm and inclusive classroom environment, implementing the practices of Responsive Classroom.
• Create and maintain strong relationships with students and families.
• Actively participate in team meetings, collaborative planning, and professional development, including an annual summer institute.
• Accept ultimate responsibility for the progress of their students, and work to actively overcome setback.
• Presents as a consummate professional in regards to punctuality, attendance, and integrity.
• Actively seeks out feedback from leadership and colleagues and uses it to improve performance.
• Perform any other duties as may be required by administration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education and/or Music. Master’s degree and NYS Teaching certification in a related field, preferred.
• The ability to create a classroom environment where students feel safe, supported, and challenged.
• Passion and commitment to teaching students in underserved areas and to closing the achievement gap.
• Relentless drive to set and achieve ambitious goals.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Growth mindset and ability to use feedback to improve practice.
• Experience teaching in underserved areas a plus.
• At least two years of teaching experience. Full time teaching preferred.

Job Type: Full-time

Bronx Arts is an equal opportunity employer. Bronx Arts does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.