What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Music Teacher position at The Brook Hill School?

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

1. Mission centered

2. Discipleship focused

3. Relationally driven

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

Kindles a passion for learning
Uses technology as a vehicle for learning but not an end goal
Engages a variety of learning methods
Foster and model critical, creative thinking and collaboration
Marked by consistent communication with students
Flexible in response to students progress
Provide clarity on biblical truths found in subject matter
Masters the skills and content of courses
Organizes classroom time, space and activities
Lead worship music portion of Lower School Chapel

Plan 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 support

Organize and lead Cadet Singers (choir, grades 3-5)

Organize auditions

Run practices in accordance with standards for managing a classroom

Arrange performances and communicate effectively with student families, and faculty

Arrange musical performances

Plan for and involve Lower School office in scheduling student performances

Hold auditions; assign parts and supply students with everything they need to be successful

Manage time to ensure students are prepared and events are effectively marketed and communicated

Plan for set up for rehearsals and day-of performances

Coordinate with teachers for rehearsals as needed

Plan and supervise a music-related club and a team for academic competitions

Teach music classes to PreK-5th grade students, following standards and curriculum

Music standards, music theory, introduction to various instruments

The Brook Hill School Employee Profile

Disclaimer

The information presented indicates the general nature and level of work expected of staff in this classification. It is not designed to contain, or to be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications and objectives required of employees assigned to this job.

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

The Brook Hill faculty member should possess spiritual characteristics that reflect :

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 Handbook

A strong clear Christian testimony

A mature, godly spirit

A person of faith and prayer

The Brook Hill faculty member should demonstrate a personal lifestyle that reflects :

Biblical integrity

A spirit of dedication, commitment, flexibility, and responsiveness

The ability to listen and respond to counsel

An authentic godly demonstration of love for students and a desire to personally invest in their spiritual, emotional, and social maturation

Key Competencies

Self-motivation

High energy level

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Healthy conflict resolution skills

Attention to detail

High work standards

Strong problem-solving skills

Decision making

Strong organizational and planning skills

Critical thinking

Stress tolerance

Flexibility and adaptability

Initiative

Willingness to ask for help or information if needed to be successful

Manage sensitive and confidential information with integrity

Excellent time management skills

Ability to work well with volunteers from different age groups backgrounds and experience levels

Excellent 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.

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