Laboratory Schools: Music Teacher, High School

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

4d•$74,968 - $166,645•Onsite

About The Position

At the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, students in Nursery through Grade 12 experience a world-class educational journey. Founded in 1896 by John Dewey as a place for educators to develop and explore novel approaches to pedagogy and curriculum, Lab continues to provide excitement and imagination in learning to this day. Academic rigor, experiential learning, and intellectual discourse are hallmarks of a Lab education. Lab educators are recognized for excellence in teaching and pride themselves on innovation in the classroom. Students in every grade have access to unparalleled resources, and all members of the Lab community benefit by partnerships and connections with the University of Chicago. Families who choose Lab care deeply about curiosity, inquiry, and creativity. Lab seeks the finest employees to join our vibrant learning community. We employ people with a wide range of skills and training in many different disciplines, who have in common a love of learning and the wish to inspire that same love of learning in young people. We seek candidates for employment who thrive in an educational environment. We provide a great professional home for those committed to collaboration, ongoing personal and professional growth, and cultivating positive relationships. In turn, we strive to ensure that Lab is a joyful, welcoming, and inspiring place to work. Through our connection to the University, faculty, staff, and administrators enjoy benefits and opportunities that would be nearly impossible to match in any other environment.

Requirements

Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in work with students required.
Ability to interact with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and parents required.
Knowledge of diversity and inclusion issues, and dynamics in the classroom and in developing healthy, supportive relationships with all students required.
Strong knowledge of course subject matter required.
Knowledge of instructional methodologies required.
Strong knowledge of child development is required.
Ability to develop curricula, lesson plans, and assessment tools required.
Analytical skills required.
Problem-solving skills required.
Decision-making skills required.
Attention to detail required.
Organizational skills required.
Computational skills required.
Creativity required.
Verbal and written communication skills required.
Interpersonal skills required.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team required.
Ability to manage stressful situations required.
Ability to maintain confidentiality required.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet the deadlines required.
Ability to use standard productivity software (Microsoft Office, calendar/scheduling software, etc.) required.
Bachelor's degree in music education or music required.
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Nice To Haves

Master's degree in music education or music preferred.
Experience teaching middle and/or high school music students preferred.
Experience teaching general music preferred.
Band teaching experience preferred.
Experience with music technology and digital music production preferred.
Experience with one or more digital audio workstations (DAWs) preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach a combination of middle and high school music courses, which may include general music, music technology, and other departmental offerings based on program needs.
Develop and implement engaging, student-centered curriculum that fosters musical creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and artistic growth.
Work collaboratively with music department colleagues in a co-teaching environment to meet the diverse needs of students.
Monitor and report on the performance of students, recognize problems, and coordinate with administrators, other teachers, and parents to support student success.
Members of the Music Department are expected to participate in the scheduled performances and showcases for each academic year. Students participate in concerts, festivals, exhibitions, and other public performances that celebrate their learning.
Music Department members are expected to actively pursue professional development in music pedagogy, instructional technology, and emerging practices to provide students with a learning experience of the highest quality.
Demonstrate the ability to teach a variety of music courses as departmental needs evolve.
Serves as high school advisor.
Full-time teachers are expected to work a 40-hour workweek and the required number of days as stipulated in the Faculty Association contract.
All teachers are expected to perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.