OrchKids Early Learning Substitute Teaching A
About The Position
This position will be offered to qualified teaching artists who will be contacted in the event that a substitute teaching artist in their area of expertise is needed. The Early Learning Teaching Artist is a dynamic educator and classroom leader who teaches early childhood music and movement classes to students in elementary school, primarily kindergarten through 2nd grade (typically in classes of 15-25 students). Early Learning classes incorporate materials, practices, repertoire, and activities drawing from methods including Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze, Gordon, etc. The OrchKids educational philosophy focuses on student-centered learning, evidence-based teaching practices relevant to our students’ lives, creation and improvisation, inclusion, student voice and agency, and ensemble music-making.
Requirements
- Passion for working with youth and desire to serve as a role model to students.
- Strong classroom management skills
- Completed Background Check from Baltimore City Schools (cost reimbursed by OrchKids)
- Experience teaching early learning classes
- Proficient knowledge of musical teaching and performing pedagogy
- Flexibility and ability to work collaboratively
- Punctuality, professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills
- Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide proof of vaccination as a condition of employment.
Responsibilities
- Arrive at scheduled site on time
- Follow the lesson plan outline provided by the students’ primary OrchKids teacher
- Serve as a compassionate mentor to OrchKids students
- Hold students to high artistic standards
- Embrace OrchKids’ mission, goals, and guiding principles
- Supervise students during transitions and break times
- Maintain professional, prompt lines of communication with OrchKids staff
Benefits
- Cost of Background Check reimbursed by OrchKids
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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