Grammar School Music Teacher

Columbia Grammar and Preparatory School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious school seeks a full-time Grammar School Music Teacher to instruct General Music and Chorus for grades PK-5. The ideal candidate will have a passion for music education, extensive experience, and a strong collaborative spirit. This role offers a supportive environment with competitive compensation and benefits, contributing to a vibrant music program that fosters student growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, & vision plans

8% Annual Employer Contribution to retirement

Free breakfast & lunch

Generous holiday schedule

Qualifications

• At least three years of experience teaching music in a classroom setting.
• Certification in a music education pedagogical system.
• Dynamic, creative, and growth-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Teaching the Grammar School General Music curriculum for Grades PK-5.
• Conducting the Grammar School Chorus classes.
• Participating in planning and facilitating music performances.

Skills

Collaboration

Communication

Musicianship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music education

Master’s degree preferred

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Grammar School Music Teacher (Vocal/General)

Columbia Grammar and Preparatory School is seeking a full-time grammar school music teacher to teach a combination of general music classes and grammar school chorus.

Responsibilities

• Teaching the Grammar School General Music curriculum as assigned to students in Grades PK-5
• Conducting the Grammar School Chorus classes
• Participate in the planning and facilitation of concerts, music festivals, and in-school performances
• Participating in faculty meetings, grade-level meetings and department meetings with music department colleagues
• Music Director of the annual grammar school musical

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music education (masters preferred)
• Have at least three years of experience teaching music in a classroom setting
• Certification in at least one prominent music education pedagogical system/philosophy (e.g. Kodaly, Orff, MLT, Dalcroze, etc.)
• Knowledge and understanding of voice pedagogy
• Strong personal musicianship skills
• Demonstrates the ability to develop and adapt pedagogy, curriculum, and assessments for students with a range of skill levels and learning styles
• Dynamic, creative, and growth-oriented
• Have excellent collaboration and communication skills

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $71,000- $118,500 annually. We also offer a warm and supportive culture as well as exceptional benefits including but not limited to:

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision plans with a free medical coverage option for employee only coverage
• Free vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, Parking & Transit
• 8% Annual Employer Contribution to retirement after one year of full time service
• Basic Life Insurance
• Enhanced Short Term Disability Coverage
• Long Term Disability Coverage
• Low cost additional benefits including voluntary life insurance, critical illness coverage and pet insurance
• Additional Aflac policies
• Free breakfast & lunch when school is in session
• Discounted parking
• Generous holiday schedule, sick and personal time

Philosophy of Music Teaching and Learning (PK - 12)

We believe:

Every human being is capable of profound musical expression. We believe the study of music offers a unique avenue for self-discovery and encourages human connections rooted in empathy and compassion. Music is a core part of the curriculum.

CGPS MISSION STATEMENT :

CGPS nurtures each student’s unique passions and talents inside and outside the classroom, unifying and inspiring members of its community in a rigorous but relaxed learning environment, preparing them for the finest colleges and instilling in them the confidence, ethical values and sense of purpose to embrace challenges, to achieve their dreams and to improve the world.

Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment on the basis of race (including hairstyle), color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage, age, pregnancy, marital/partnership status, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran or active military service member status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law (collectively, the “Protected Characteristics”).

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