Lower School Music Teacher

Washington International School; City of Mechanicville (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate Lower School Music Teacher to inspire young minds through music. This role involves teaching general music classes, fostering a supportive and engaging classroom environment, and collaborating with a dedicated team. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in Music or Music Education and have a strong background in teaching and performance. With a focus on creativity and inclusivity, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while contributing to a vibrant school community. Join a team that values collaboration, inspiration, and family-centered education.

Qualifications

• Teach general music classes to grades 2K--5th with a child development approach.
• Differentiate instruction to engage all learners and build skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement music experiences in an interdisciplinary relationship with the curriculum.
• Produce and support various concert and grade-level performances.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Piano Proficiency

Teaching Experience

Flexibility

Empathy

Education

Bachelor of Music

Bachelor of Arts in Music Education

Master’s degree in music

Tools

ORFF Certification

Job description

St. George’s Independent School seeks a passionate, creative and hard-working individual who is energized by work with families to serve as the Lower School Music Teacher, beginning August, 2025.

As an Episcopal school dedicated to the pursuit of excellence, St. George’s prepares students for a life of learning and meaningful contribution in an inclusive learning community that nurtures outstanding academic achievement, relationships, leadership and character reinforced by Judeo-Christian values. We serve nearly 1,000 students from diverse religious, social, geographic, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds in a coeducational setting across multiple campuses.

In our recruitment practices, we strive to create a diverse school community whose members embrace our mission and educational philosophy. The ideal candidate is caring, collaborative, positive, inspirational and family-centered.

Type: Salary

Duration: Annual Letter of Agreement

Minimum Education: Bachelor of Music or a Bachelor of Arts in Music Education required; Master’s degree in music or the teaching of music preferred

Qualifications:

• ORFF certification preferred, or willingness to obtain ORFF certification
• Piano proficiency preferred
• Instrumental and choral teaching experience in early childhood and/or elementary age children
• Strong interpersonal skills with students and adults; patience, flexibility, empathy, and humor important

The successful candidate will possess skills and experience that would include the ability to:

• Teach general music classes to grades 2K--5th with a child development approach

Implement music experiences in an interdisciplinary relationship with the curriculum

• Differentiate instruction so that all learners are engaged and build skills
• Foster a classroom environment where students feel comfortable to take risks, make mistakes, and be curious
• Produce and support various concert and grade-level performances
• Participate in the school community, including school duties, meetings, and events
• Provide piano accompaniment for chapel services as schedule allows
• Direct and produce at least one Lower School musical per year

Physical Requirements: Regularly sit, turn, bend, reach, walk, talk, hear, and interact with campus visitors as well as others who telephone. Must have the ability to understand and present materials and communicate with constituents and co-workers in a harmonious manner.

Candidates will embrace the school’s mission and educational philosophy; candidates must be willing to work in a team environment and be positive, inspirational, and family-centered.