Music & Theatre Teacher

Whitby School (Greenwich CT); Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Greenwich is seeking an experienced music and theatre teacher to inspire students in the International Baccalaureate Middle School Programme. The role involves fostering a creative environment and encouraging critical thinking through diverse cultural exploration in music and theatre.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching middle school-aged students.
• Experience with or willing to train in International Baccalaureate MYP.

Responsibilities

• Teach music and theatre in the IB Middle School Programme.
• Encourage students to explore diverse cultures through performance.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Job description

Whitby School is seeking an experienced music and theatre teacher to join our arts team and teach in our International Baccalaureate Middle School Programme (IB MYP). As an IB school, we foster a student-centered, inquiry-based learning environment. Our teachers are facilitators who encourage critical thinking, collaboration, and a global perspective. As a teacher within this framework, you will inspire students to explore music and theatre from diverse cultures and develop their creative expression through performance, composition, and analysis. The ability to lead or collaborate in lower school theatre classes is preferred. While this is planned as a full-time position, part time may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field
• Experience at teaching middle school-aged students
• Experience with or willing to train in International Baccalaureate MYP
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and parents
• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment
• Satisfactory completion of pre-employment background check