Upper School Band Teacher; Grades 5-8

Description & Details

St. Anne’s School is a private Episcopal school in Annapolis, Maryland, serving children from kindergarten through eighth grade. St. Anne’s is committed to progressive, inquiry‑based academic education and an intentional social‑emotional learning program.

We are hiring a part‑time Upper School Band Teacher to instruct, guide, and supervise students of 5th‑6th and 7th‑8th grade in a nurturing, student‑centered environment.

• Teach 5th /6th Advanced Band and 7th /8th Advanced Band (approximately 10 hours per week)
• Prepare for and lead performances at the Winter Concert and Spring Concert
• Teach all band instruments and play them at a basic level
• Cultivate music literacy skills in students and introduce a variety of instruments and music genres
• Play piano and sing
• Be familiar with band instrumentation
• Lead band ensembles
• Maintain proactive communication with parents about student progress via parent‑teacher conferences, report cards, and portfolio conferences
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development opportunities, and school events outside the classroom
• Complete lunch, recess, and other duties as assigned
• Work closely and collaboratively with the Director of Music and colleagues to ensure each child’s success
• Embrace the St. Anne’s School mission and educational philosophy

• 3+ years teaching middle school music, preferably in an independent school setting
• Bachelor’s Degree in music or related field;
  Master’s Degree preferred
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills
• Knowledge of current research and best practices in brain‑based teaching and learning
• Experience with Responsive Classroom or Developmental Designs approach and project‑based curriculum and assessments is a plus

St. Anne's School of Annapolis does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, or national origin in admissions, employment or educational policies. We value diversity and embrace the fundamental Episcopal belief in the dignity of each human being. We are committed to helping our school community understand and appreciate human differences and similarities.