Performing Arts Faculty Music Instructor - Guitar/Woodwinds Specialist

Saint Andrew's School • Boca Raton, FL

22h

About The Position

Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning. Saint Andrew’s School seeks employees who are committed to our mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. This individual serves as instrumental music faculty, fulfilling sectional duties for Lower, Middle and US School Band classes, supporting the band teachers and teaching woodwinds sectionals. This position will also direct the US Guitar Ensemble and direct the MS/US Rock Band.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or Performance, Masters degree preferred
• Outstanding teaching skills with at least three (3) years teaching woodwinds/band
• Demonstrated success teaching secondary students in an independent school or similar setting
• A strong background in curriculum and instruction in discipline specific content
• Possess a collegiality and willingness to collaborate with colleagues
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive school culture
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote a positive work environment
• Commitment to a growth mindset and continuous professional development
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, and for the majority of the work day.
• May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide sectional instruction for woodwind students, including those in Grade 4 Exploring Woodwinds Class, Grade 5 Band, Middle School Beginning Band and as needed for other bands.
• Will teach the US Guitar Ensemble and direct the Rock Band.
• Collaborate with the band teachers and colleagues to develop and implement the curriculum, including repertoire selection.
• Support band students in school performances including but not limited to assembly performances, chapels, admissions, or advancement events.
• Provide extra help to instrumental music students.
• Regularly attend all department and band meetings.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Performing Arts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time