Music Teacher (2021-2022)

Start Date: Summer 2021

Location: HLA (2186 Mill Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11234)

CMO Website: www.hebrewpublic.org

About the Organization:

Hebrew Public Charter Schools for Global Citizens

Hebrew Public is a national network of diverse-by-design public charter schools that teach children of all backgrounds to become productive global citizens. Our schools are models of racial and economic integration, academic excellence, and foreign language learning.

About the Position:

Join an exciting community of educators and social changemakers who are passionate about global education and are committed to improved student learning and outcomes. We select individuals who share our vision and are willing to put in the hard work to achieve it. We are seeking a driven Music Teacher for the 2021-2022 school year that operates with a high sense of urgency and possesses a strong work ethic. Candidates for this position do NOT need to speak Hebrew. The School is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body. The school is eager to consider applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Job Responsibilities:

• Build a classroom culture in which students love music;
• Collaborate with Music Teachers across the network to build a world-class music program while investing the community in the vital role of music in education;
• Engage students with a repertoire that is relevant to their lives and interests;
• Design and execute professional-quality music performance opportunities for all students
• Collaborate with Hebrew Public's Director of Israel Studies to help students explore and develop an understanding of diverse Israeli music.
• Prior experience around Israel studies is welcomed but not required. Hebrew Public will provide training and support in these areas
• Ensure that students master grade-level standards
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive environment in the physical education areas.
• Boundless energy and enthusiasm for working with students and other adults in the building.
• Performs other duties from time to time that may be assigned by the supervisor.
• A person who believes in the critical importance of diversity in the life of a school

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required; Masters degree preferred
• A minimum of 2 years of Music teaching experience is preferred; experience in an urban school setting in which the students were selected by lottery and not by entrance exam or by discretionary criteria is preferred
• Hold NYS certification or working towards certification is preferred but not required
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary and benefits will be highly competitive and commensurate with experience.

Hebrew Public is committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Candidates of color and those from backgrounds that are underrepresented in school leadership roles are particularly encouraged to apply.