Elementary General Music Teacher

Elementary General Music Teacher

The City School District of New Rochelle is seeking a part-time (.2 FTE) Elementary General Music Teacher.

Reports To:

Principal and Director of PreK–12 Performing & Visual Arts.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Plans, develops, and implements a high-quality sequential music program aligned with the New York State Learning Standards for the Arts and National Core Arts Standards for students in grades K–2, including mixed-grade self-contained special education classes.
• Provides students with opportunities to develop musical skills through singing, playing melodic and rhythmic classroom instruments, movement, listening, and creative expression.
• Promotes music literacy and musicianship through developmentally appropriate instructional approaches, including Kodály, Orff Schulwerk, Gordon Music Learning Theory, Dalcroze Eurhythmics, and other research based methodologies.
• Prepares and supports grade-level music assemblies and school performances.
• Plans and presents periodic evening concerts and performances that showcase student learning for families and the community.
• Maintains accurate records of student attendance, progress, and achievement.
• Collaborates with music colleagues throughout the district and with school staff to maintain and enhance the quality of the music program.
• Communicates regularly with parents and guardians regarding student progress and program activities.
• Participates in school and district initiatives and collaborates with colleagues within and outside the arts department.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal and Director of PreK–12 Performing & Visual Arts.

Qualifications:

• Holds New York State Certification in Music.
• Demonstrates excellence in elementary music instruction.
• Possesses knowledge of age appropriate vocal, instrumental, and movement-based music repertoire.
• Demonstrates knowledge of child development and effective instructional strategies for elementary learners.
• Exhibits strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrates proficiency as a performer on a primary instrument or voice.
• Demonstrates functional piano skills to support classroom instruction.