Lower School Music and Drama Teacher - Ponte Vedra Campus

Lower School Music and Drama Teacher
- Ponte Vedra Campus

Ponte Vedra Campus
- Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082

Category Academics

Position

Purpose:

The Lower School Music & Drama Teacher creates an engaging and joyful arts program for students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade
5. Through music, drama, and performance, this teacher helps students develop creativity, confidence, collaboration, and self-expression while leading grade-level performances and supporting the vibrant arts culture of the Ponte Vedra Beach Campus.

This position will commence with the  academic year

Essential Functions:

• Plan and deliver engaging music and drama instruction for students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5.
• Implement the Lower School Fine Arts curriculum through developmentally appropriate, student-centered learning experiences.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs, interests, and abilities of students.
• Foster creativity and a love of music and drama through singing, movement, instrument exploration, listening activities, improvisation, drama games, character development, and performance.
• Establish a safe, respectful, and engaging classroom environment that supports student learning.
• Assess student learning and maintain accurate student records and report card comments.

Performances & Productions

• Direct grade-level performances and productions that showcase student learning and celebrate the arts within the Lower School community.
• Plan and conduct the annual Lower School Winter Concert.
• Teach performance skills including vocal expression, movement, stage presence, collaboration, and character development.
• Coordinate and maintain costumes, props, instruments, music, and other production materials

Collaboration & Communication

• Collaborate with classroom teachers to integrate music and drama across the curriculum.
• Build positive partnerships with students, families, and colleagues through regular communication.
• Participate in parent conferences, faculty meetings, and school events.

School Community

• Support student arrival, dismissal, lunch, and other supervisory responsibilities as part of the Lower School team.
• Participate in ongoing professional learning and remain current in music, drama, and elementary education best practices.
• Contribute positively to the life of the school and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Music Education, Theatre Education, Elementary Education, or a related field required.
• Minimum of three years of experience teaching elementary-aged students.
• Experience directing elementary performances, musical productions, or theatrical presentations preferred.
• Working knowledge of music instruction and the technical aspects of theatrical and/or choral performances.