Middle School Orchestra Teacher - Traveling

Middle School Traveling Orchestra Educator:
Master of Harmony

Location:

Ferguson Middle and Johnson-Wabash 6th Grade Center (Grades 6-8)

Year:  School Year

In our middle schools, the "first notes" of elementary school transform into sophisticated performances. We are looking for a technically skilled, high-energy Orchestra Teacher to lead our 7th and 8th-grade musicians across our middle school campuses. This is a critical stage where your leadership determines whether a student becomes a lifelong musician.

As part of the Ferguson-Florissant "New Chapter," you will bridge our middle school communities, preparing students for the elite opportunities in our STEAM and traditional high schools. If you are a visionary conductor who loves the "middle school energy" and the variety of a multi-campus role, your next movement starts here.

As a Middle School Traveling Orchestra Teacher, you will lead string instruction and ensemble rehearsals across our 6th-8th grade centers. You will focus on advanced technical skills, expressive performance, and preparing students for the rigor of high school music programs. Working collaboratively with site-based staff and the Fine Arts Coordinator, you will ensure a consistent, high-standard strings curriculum across the district.

• Certified Professional:
  Valid Missouri Teaching Certification in Music (K-12).
• Degree Requirements:
  Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree, required;
  Master's degree, preferred.
• The "Road Warrior":
  Must have reliable personal transportation to travel between assigned buildings.
• Middle School Specialist:
  You understand the social-emotional needs of 12-14-year-olds and know how to keep them inspired and practicing.
• Technical Expert:
  You are skilled in teaching advanced shifting, vibrato, and ensemble balance.
• Equity Champion:
  You are committed to ensuring that every middle schooler has access to the instruments and coaching they need to excel.

• Refine & Perform:
  Lead rehearsals that challenge 6th - 8th graders with diverse, culturally responsive, and rigorous repertoire.
• Bridge the Path:
  Travel between middle school sites to provide a seamless instructional experience that prepares students for high school success.
• Mentor Young Artists:
  Build strong relationships with students across multiple buildings, serving as a consistent advocate for their musical growth.
• Collaborate:
  Partner with building-level leadership to integrate orchestra into the middle school experience and recruit from our primary/intermediate pipelines.
• Showcase Excellence:
  Direct district-wide middle school festivals and concerts that highlight the "New Chapter" of FFSD music.

• Primary Support:
  District Fine Arts Coordinator
• Site Support:
  Building Principals at assigned Middle Schools

• Classification:
  Exempt, Certified Staff
• Work Year: 10-Month Academic Calendar, 187 Contract Days
• Travel Support:
  Daily travel between sites is required. Mileage reimbursement is provided per district policy to cover your travel costs.
• Salary:
  Based on the Teacher Salary Schedule, determined by experience and education.

• Support for the Journey:
  Mileage reimbursement and a dedicated mentor within the Fine Arts department.
• Time for Excellence:
  Built-in travel time and collaborative planning time (PLC) with fellow music educators.
• Professional Growth:
  Tuition reimbursement and district-provided PD focused on secondary instrumental pedagogy.
• Health & Heart: 100% district-paid medical, dental, and vision plans, plus access to the Ferg-Flor Care district health clinic.

The Ferguson-Florissant School District is a community-centered district that values the arts as a key component of student identity. From our nationally-recognized STEAM schools to our award-winning Challenger Learning Center, we provide an environment where your orchestra program is supported, celebrated, and vital.

• Final date to receive applications: OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Ready to lead our middle school musicians? Join our fantastic team today!