2026-27 Middle School Orchestra Teacher

Brilla Public Charter Schools • New York City, NY

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Brilla Schools network is seeking a Middle School Fine and Applied Arts Orchestra Teacher for the 2026-27 academic year. Brilla Schools, a growing K-8 network in the Bronx managed by Seton Education Partners, is dedicated to forming students of strong wisdom and virtue through a classically inspired approach. This role requires a teacher who can cultivate a learning environment where every child feels safe and confident to meet ambitious targets, combining a deep mastery of the arts with the ability to engage students in grades fifth through eighth with classical content. The ideal candidate believes all students can develop skills and appreciate the transcendentals of Goodness, Truth, and Beauty inherent in the arts. This position demands a positive, flexible, solutions-oriented, organized, and innovative educator passionate about student-engaged learning, accepting feedback, managing multiple responsibilities, and inspiring outstanding achievement in a fun, collaborative environment.

Requirements

• An unwavering, confident, and enthusiastic commitment to the educational mission of the Brilla Schools Network in service to the school community.
• A relentless dedication to providing all students with an academically robust, inspiring, and joyful learning experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree or higher from an accredited institution, preferably within the content area.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• Possession of current teaching certification as a middle school and/or content teacher (strongly preferred).
• Relevant urban, middle school teaching experience with demonstrated student results (preferred).
• Special Education credential and experience (strongly preferred).
• Spanish language proficiency (preferred).

Nice To Haves

• Possession of current teaching certification as a middle school and/or content teacher
• Relevant urban, middle school teaching experience with demonstrated student results
• Special Education credential and experience
• Spanish language proficiency

Responsibilities

• Foster an inviting, growth-oriented classroom environment for academic and character formation, supporting holistic student growth.
• Plan lessons that are classically inspired, inquiry-based, rigorous, and aligned with the scope and sequence and relevant standards.
• Implement innovative teaching strategies that inspire curiosity and resonate with diverse learners.
• Plan and execute quarterly school-wide showcases that exhibit the artistic achievements of all students 5-8.
• Cultivate higher-order thinking skills in students, enhancing their abilities to analyze, create, synthesize, and evaluate.
• Utilize relevant student data to strengthen student achievement and growth through targeted interventions and personalized instruction.
• Develop strong student and family connections, fostering a passion for learning and exceptional success.
• Foster productive relationships with colleagues, parents, and the community.
• Engage in ongoing collaborative professional development, reflecting on student achievement, and efficiently managing time for impactful teaching and learning.
• Engage in weekly collaborative planning and professional development with other Orchestra teachers.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Professional Development (More than 225 hours annually, featuring two weeks of onboarding, coaching, and targeted training sessions)
• Community and Culture (An intentionally joyful workplace with over 30 bonding events each year)
• Flexible Health Coverage (A full suite of medical, dental, and vision plans designed to support diverse needs, utilizing Cigna and Anthem provider networks)
• Competitive Compensation (A salary range of $71,020 to $119,000)
• Retirement Plans (A 403(b) plan and 401(k) retirement options with matching contributions)
• Work-Life Balance (Generous paid time off, a DOE-aligned school calendar, and wellness resources)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level