What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Instrumental Music Teacher (Potential Department Chair) position at Ensworth School?
Job Details
Job Location
Lower / Middle School - Nashville, TN
Position Type
Full Time - 10 mth ee / Exempt
Education Level
Accredited 4-year Bachelor Degree
Position Description and Qualifications
Job Posting Summary :
Ensworth School seeks a dynamic and experienced music educator to direct its Grades 5-8 Instrumental Music Program and teach across the middle school music curriculum. The ideal candidate will have expertise teaching and performing with a variety of instruments, including brass, woodwinds, strings, piano, and guitar, as well as experience in musicology, theory, and technology. Responsibilities include leading ensembles, supporting arts events, and contributing to the middle school musical. A talented multi-instrumentalist with at least three years of teaching experience, the candidate should inspire students through engaging, genre-diverse programming (modern and traditional) while fostering strong relationships with students and colleagues. Above all, the successful applicant will have demonstrated a commitment to the principles expressed in the Ensworth Vision Statement, executing their role with moral integrity, intellectual vitality, discipline, compassion, humor, and joy.
Interested candidates with prior leadership experience may also be considered for the role of Middle School Arts Department Chair and Red Gables Director of Performing Arts. In this capacity, he or she will provide leadership and oversight of all Red Gables arts programming, including event planning, faculty support, curriculum development, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Responsibilities include coordinating with the K-12 Arts Director, Division Head, and other department chairs to ensure high standards, effective communication, and alignment with Ensworth's mission. The department chair role also involves managing departmental budgets, professional development, and faculty growth while overseeing performing arts events, cross-campus initiatives, and community engagement. As a leader, the candidate would promote a collaborative and innovative vision for the arts, represent the department in school-wide meetings, and work with the administration to address operational needs, ensuring the arts remain an integral part of Ensworth's dynamic, whole-child educational experience.
Key Responsibilities and Essential Functions :
- Abides by Ensworth's Employee Handbook and Code of Conduct
- Commits to the ideals expressed in Ensworth's Mission Statement, Vision Statement, and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
- Adheres to the Essential Expectations of an Ensworth Faculty, Staff, or Administrator
- Teach across Ensworth's music curriculum and serve as an advisor in the school's advisory program.
- Direct and expand instrumental ensembles for grades 5-8, including Rock Band, Jazz Band, and other electives.
- Prepare ensembles for major school events, including Arts Night, Grandparents' Day, Holiday Concerts, and Spring Band Concerts.
- Maintain and oversee the inventory and maintenance of band instruments and equipment.
- Support student participation in district, regional, and national music events, including preparation and travel as needed.
- Infuses curriculum with current music education technology and creative music software.
- Collaborate with high school music faculty on crossover events and placement auditions.
- Contribute to scaffolded K-12 arts learning and the Red Gables musical production.
- Assist with equipment setup and breakdown for performances and events in Frist Hall.
- Assess student progress, communicate performance updates, and collaborate with the Arts Department Chair.
- Work collaboratively with the arts team, demonstrating a proactive and team-oriented work ethic.
- Serve as a visible, approachable, and professional community representative.
- Integrates technology to support curricular aims and help students effectively achieve their goals
- Provides student support and supervision both inside and outside the classroom
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications / Experience :
Physical Requirements and Work Environment :
Application Requirements :
Qualified candidates should complete an online application for employment and attach a cover letter, rsum, and a statement of educational philosophy. Contact avenij@ensworth.com with any questions.
About Ensworth School :
Ensworth is a kindergarten through twelfth grade, coeducational independent school. The School promotes academic excellence and inspires students to be intellectually curious, to use their talents to the fullest, to be people of integrity, and to be contributors to society.
Located on two campuses in Nashville, Tennessee, Ensworth enrolls approximately 1,200 students and serves families in more than 50 zip codes. Ensworth is recognized among the leading independent schools in the nation. The school's challenging academic program is embedded in a culture of support and encouragement and reflects a commitment to the core skills of observation, collaboration, communication, analysis, questioning, evaluation, and most importantly, the application of knowledge. Graduates have the adaptability, resilience, and resourcefulness necessary for success in the 21st century and are not only prepared to meet the demands of the future but are also imbued with a sense of purpose and service to others.
Ensworth School is an extraordinary place to work and seeks employees who are passionate about learning and motivated by the opportunity to awaken that passion in students.
It is Ensworth's policy to provide equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other reason prohibited by law. It is the intent and resolve of Ensworth to comply with the letter and the spirit of the law in the implementation of all facets of equal opportunity. This equal opportunity policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, evaluation, promotion, disciplinary action, termination, compensation and training. Employment decisions at Ensworth will be based on merit, qualifications and abilities.
