Lower School Music Teacher Job Description
Classification : This is a full-time, exempt position during the school year.
Reporting to the Lower School Principal, the Lower School Music Teacher will provide direction for Lower School musical programs including weekly Chapel, evening student performances, Cadet Singers, and an after-school club. The Lower School Music Teacher plays an essential role in educating and supporting students in their understanding of music theory, history, and performance. The Lower School Music Teacher works in conjunction with the office and Lower School teachers to ensure alignment with the School calendar and effective internal and external communication. The Lower School Music Teacher will foster an environment in which students can discover and enjoy music, while building important skills.
Primary Functions
- Mission centered
- Discipleship focused
- Relationally driven
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Kindles a passion for learningUses technology as a vehicle for learning but not an end goalEngages a variety of learning methodsFoster and model critical, creative thinking and collaborationMarked by consistent communication with studentsFlexible in response to students' progressProvide clarity on biblical truths found in subject matterMasters the skills and content of coursesOrganizes classroom time, space, and activitiesLead worship music portion of Lower School ChapelPlan songs and prepare instruments, dance moves, or student participation in advance
Leverage technology to aide music or videos with adequate preparation and coordination with faculty for supportOrganize and lead Cadet Singers (choir, grades 3-5)Organize auditions
Run practices in accordance with standards for managing a classroomArrange performances and communicate effectively with student families and facultyArrange musical performancesPlan for and involve Lower School office in scheduling student performances
Hold auditions; assign parts and supply students with everything they need to be successfulManage time to ensure students are prepared and events are effectively marketed and communicatedPlan for set up for rehearsals and day-of performancesCoordinate with teachers for rehearsals as neededPlan and supervise a music-related club and a team for academic competitionsTeach music classes to PreK-5grade students, following standards and curriculum
Music standards, music theory, introduction to various instruments
The Brook Hill School Employee Profile
Mission Statement
The Brook Hill School provides excellence in college preparatory education, affirms the gifts and challenges the potential of each student, and encourages students to honor God through Christ-like character.
Faculty Profile
Acceptance without reservation of The Brook Hill School Statement of Belief, Mission, Vision, Core Values, and other policies and statements found in the Brook Hill Employee HandbookA strong clear Christian testimonyA mature, godly spiritA person of faith and prayerKey Competencies
Self-motivationHigh energy levelStrong verbal and written communication skillsHealthy conflict resolution skillsAttention to detailHigh work standardsStrong problem-solving skillsDecision makingStrong organizational and planning skillsCritical thinkingStress toleranceFlexibility and adaptabilityInitiativeWillingness to ask for help or information if needed to be successfulManage sensitive and confidential information with integrityExcellent time management skillsAbility to work well with volunteers from different age groups backgrounds and experience levelsExcellent computer skills including excel spreadsheets, word documents, presentations, etc.Physical Requirements
Ability to lift 25lbs at times.Ability to sit at a desk and work on a computer for extended periods of time.Ability to stand and traverse around a classroom, building, common area, etc. and adjust tone and height, by bending or leaning, in order to teach, engage, and interact with each student for extended periods of time.J-18808-Ljbffr
