Orchestra Teacher

Breck School • Golden Valley, MN

33d • $50,000 - $97,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for organizing, implementing and providing instruction for Middle and Upper School orchestra classes where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical spiritual and psychological growth. Responsibilities include the direction of 5 levels of orchestra classes of increasing ability (3 levels of Middle School Orchestra and 2 levels of Upper School Orchestra)

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree
• A strong record of proven ability/experience in teaching strings and directing an orchestra
• Minimum 3 years of classroom teaching experience preferred
• Experience with using technology in teaching and learning

Nice To Haves

• Experience in arranging for different levels of orchestras (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with subject matter, which includes managing and directing 5 levels of orchestra (e.g., placement by ability, literature selection)
• Prepares, directs, and executes all aspects of semester-end performances
• Designs and implements effective instruction to engage student learning
• Plans and delivers instruction for a variety of learners
• Develops lessons that consider multiple perspectives
• Engages and motivates students in an active learning process
• Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning
• Demonstrates a collaborative mindset and openness to feedback
• Empowers students to engage productively with those who are different from them
• Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
• Establishes effective relationships with students
• Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and achievement
• Monitors and manages student behavior effectively
• Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
• Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
• Demonstrates effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
• Exudes energy and articulates a vision that excites and attracts students to orchestra classes and the orchestra program
• Demonstrates an ability to connect with adolescent students to grow an orchestra program
• Supports the mission and values of the school
• Supports the programs and priorities of the department, division, and school
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
• Maintains confidentiality
• Demonstrates professional behavior
• Seeks and develops opportunities for professional growth
• Attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work
• Performs duties as required/requested

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time