Music Teacher Leave Replacement

Washington Montessori Association Inc • Washington, CT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Music Teacher Leave Replacement will provide engaging, developmentally appropriate music instruction to students in the Lower School and Lower Elementary programs at Washington Montessori School. This position delivers a sequential music curriculum rooted in the Montessori philosophy, fostering a love of music and building foundational skills in rhythm, pitch, movement, and musical expression. The Music Teacher Leave Replacement will collaborate closely with classroom teachers and school leadership to ensure that music enriches and supports the broader educational experience of every student.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or a related field.
• Experience teaching music to young children, preferably in an early childhood or elementary setting.
• Strong musicianship across multiple areas, including voice, piano or guitar, and classroom percussion instruments.
• Familiarity with Orff Schulwerk, Kodály, or other established music education methodologies.
• Knowledge of or genuine interest in Montessori philosophy and its application to music education.
• Warm, patient, and enthusiastic approach to working with young children.
• Strong collaborative and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with classroom teachers, administrators, and families.
• Genuine commitment to the school’s mission, DEIB values, and the whole-child development of every student.
• Availability on Monday and Wednesday between 9:45 am and 3:30 pm, and Tuesday between 9:45 am and 2:15 pm.
• Occasional evening availability for school concerts and performances.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging, developmentally appropriate music instruction to students in the Lower School and Lower Elementary programs.
• Deliver a sequential music curriculum rooted in the Montessori philosophy.
• Foster a love of music and build foundational skills in rhythm, pitch, movement, and musical expression.
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers and school leadership.
• Maintain an organized, well-resourced music classroom environment with appropriate materials for each level.
• Keep accurate records of student progress and participation in order to write progress reports.
• Communicate with classroom teachers and advisors regarding student engagement, progress, and any concerns.
• Refer parent inquiries and concerns to the appropriate classroom teacher.
• Model good community citizenship and uphold school policies and protocols at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the school’s mission and operations.
• Be a positive team player and contribute ideas, expertise, and time to the overall mission of the school.
• Listen thoughtfully to other viewpoints and respond constructively to suggestions and criticism.
• Demonstrate professional demeanor and maintain appropriate boundaries with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Be ethical and forthright, use good judgment, and maintain confidentiality with student information.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level