Lower School Music Fellow — Early-Career Teaching

Riverdale Country School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Professional development

Sabbatical opportunity

Retirement plan

Transportation

Job summary

Riverdale Country School is hiring an Associate Teacher for the Lower School Music program. The role supports students through small-group instruction and may lead full-group lessons, while collaborating with the Music team on planning, instruction, and assessment.

The program emphasizes professional development and a path for early-career educators to grow within a supportive, inclusive community. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive benefits and a strong team culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; experience with younger learners preferred.
• Coursework in related field is recommended for this role.
• Commitment to work in equity, justice, and inclusion is valued.

Responsibilities

• Assist students through small-group instruction and occasionally lead full-group lessons.
• Collaborate with the Lower School Music team on planning, instruction, reporting and assessment connected to student learning.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and growth opportunities.

Skills

Student-centered

Equity & inclusion

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Riverdale Country School is hiring an Associate Teacher for the Lower School Music program. The role supports students through small-group instruction and may lead full-group lessons, while collaborating with the Music team on planning, instruction, and assessment.

The program emphasizes professional development and a path for early-career educators to grow within a supportive, inclusive community. This is a full-time on-site position with competitive benefits and a strong team culture.