Position Type:
Middle School Teaching/ Music - Vocal

Date Posted:
1/25/2021

Location:
Scarsdale Middle School

Date Available:
08/30/2021

Closing Date:
04/01/2021

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Middle School Music Teacher (Probationary)
Scarsdale Middle School is seeking a talented, experienced, and innovative candidate for a probationary Choral/General music teaching position starting August 30, 2021. The school spans grades 6-8 and offers a rich and varied educational program to the high-achieving student population of approximately 1100 students. The school community boasts an accomplished faculty and staff, along with an active, supportive parent body. Scarsdale Middle School focuses on the developmental needs of their students and fosters a highly challenging, nurturing, and supportive intellectual environment. Candidates must hold appropriate certification and should have experience with middle school vocal and general music instruction. Knowledge and background in middle school vocal pedagogy, repertoire, and performance practice is essential. Scarsdale Schools offer a competitive compensation and benefits package and an extensive program of professional development.

Scarsdale Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes from a less traditional background. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our qualifications described.

Position Purpose

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing district approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe, and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents, and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and goals.

Essential Functions

• Develops and administers culturally responsive music education curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to student learning in both large ensemble and small class settings.
• Continues to develop dynamic curricula in conjunction with middle school music department members.
• Has in-depth knowledge of current technologies including music software and web-based platforms as well as apps and software used for general education needs.
• Develops lessons to organize class time so that students have adequate time for preparation, rehearsal, instruction, and reflection.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student musical learning and progress and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Utilizes repertoire of varied genres as appropriate.
• Plans, coordinates rehearsals for, and directs students in musical programs and performances outside of the classroom.
• As a reflective practitioner, continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to ensure a productive learning atmosphere during class time, rehearsals, and performances.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, including house counselors, special education teachers, secretaries, department members, and other middle school staff and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate music supplies and music equipment, maintains inventory records, and ensures equipment is in good working order.

Additional Duties

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Equipment

• Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travel Requirements

• Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of English grammar, word usage, word denotations and connotations, spelling, literature and other content areas taught.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to play classroom instruments for general music.
• Ability to instruct students in singing, harmonization, and chorus.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Works in standard office and school building environments.

Qualifications Profile

• Certification/License: NY State Certification in Music (K-12)
• Motor Vehicle Operator's License or ability to provide own transportation

Education:

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Masters Degree preferred.

Experience:

• Successful prior teaching experience in music for the appropriate grade level preferred.

FLSA Status: Exempt