This position starts 16 August 2024.
The concert band teacher plays an important role in delivering instruction to students in music theory, rhythm, beat, harmony, and musical instruments. The primary task of the concert band teacher is to get the various instruments within a grade level to play songs together proficiently. The teacher is expected to organize and prepare students for three concerts a year—one per term and each grade should play 2-3 songs per concert.

Grades: Pre-K to Grade 9

Instruments: Piano, Percussion, Flute, Violin, Xylophone, Recorder, etc.

Assignment: Full time. Approximately 2/3 concert band, 1/3 learning support as needed

Essential Skills:

• Able to read sheet music
• Able to adapt sheet music to student ability level
• Strong knowledge of music theory
• Good student management skills
• Good communication and organizational skills

Basic Requirements:

• An undergraduate degree
• Proficient in English

Preferred:

• Degree in music
• Prior experience organizing concerts
• Prior experience in a band
• Prior teaching experience at elementary level

We are interested in partnering with teachers that have a passion for student achievement and success.