Music Teacher

The Goddard School•Cedar Park, TX

1d•$3,000 - $3,466•Onsite

About The Position

Music Teacher - Early Infant to 5th Grade Full-time. An additional bonus will be paid for private and small group music lessons provided in the afternoon on weekdays. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Plan, organize and implement Kindermusic curriculum in weekly morning classes for infant through Kindergarten classrooms. Participate in the planning of school-wide events and celebrations. Provide musical guidance in holiday performances and PreK / Kindergarten graduation. Participate in school and parent meetings, as necessary. Provide small group and private music lesson program for hand bells, introductory music class, piano with possible additional instruments including guitar, violin or voice . Based upon number of students, an additional $650/month bonus opportunity. Organize a recital at the end of fall and spring semester. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: This position requires an individual with a strong background in music, proficiency with piano with additional instruments preferred (string instruments and voice); excellent communication and organizational skills; a proven ability to promote a positive and collaborative working environment; demonstrated ability to engage students; experience using current and emerging technologies to support learning. Music Ed degree, prior experience in early childhood education preferred. We are located just north of Austin and convenient to Round Rock, Leander and surrounding areas and our map link follows: https://goo.gl/1xLs0z Goddard School is a COGNIA and SACS accredited and a P21 Exemplar school! BENEFITS: Free childcare for 1 child and 50% off second child. Paid time off and holidays (including the week between Christmas and New Year) Free CPR/First Aid Certification 401k, dental and vision plans Tuition Reimbursement Low teacher-to-student ratios Outstanding facilities that include: music instruction room, 2 gyms, outdoor science/nature classroom, interactive white boards, children's cooking kitchen A strong career ladder in a nationally accredited program General Qualifications: must meet the qualifications of his/her state and those set forth in the National Standards for hiring (see www.bls.gov ), including the following: · Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid · Ability to see and read newsprint, with or without corrective lenses · Ability to speak and be understood under normal circumstances · Ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds · Ability to use arms, hands, legs, and feet, with or without corrective devices; this includes the ability to evacuate the building during emergencies · Ability to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involved · Ability to respond immediately to emergency situations This Is Your Moment The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day. Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.

Requirements

strong background in music
proficiency with piano with additional instruments preferred (string instruments and voice)
excellent communication and organizational skills
a proven ability to promote a positive and collaborative working environment
demonstrated ability to engage students
experience using current and emerging technologies to support learning
Music Ed degree
Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid
Ability to see and read newsprint, with or without corrective lenses
Ability to speak and be understood under normal circumstances
Ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds
Ability to use arms, hands, legs, and feet, with or without corrective devices; this includes the ability to evacuate the building during emergencies
Ability to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involved
Ability to respond immediately to emergency situations

Nice To Haves

prior experience in early childhood education preferred.
CPR Certification (Preferred)
Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Plan, organize and implement Kindermusic curriculum in weekly morning classes for infant through Kindergarten classrooms.
Participate in the planning of school-wide events and celebrations.
Provide musical guidance in holiday performances and PreK / Kindergarten graduation.
Participate in school and parent meetings, as necessary.
Provide small group and private music lesson program for hand bells, introductory music class, piano with possible additional instruments including guitar, violin or voice .
Organize a recital at the end of fall and spring semester.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
Free childcare for 1 child and 50% off second child
Paid time off and holidays (including the week between Christmas and New Year)
Free CPR/First Aid Certification
401k, dental and vision plans
Tuition Reimbursement
Low teacher-to-student ratios
Outstanding facilities that include: music instruction room, 2 gyms, outdoor science/nature classroom, interactive white boards, children's cooking kitchen
A strong career ladder in a nationally accredited program
Referral program