Performing Arts Teacher

Erie 1 BOCES; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 43,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Erie 1 BOCES in Buffalo seeks a Performing Arts Teacher to deliver a dynamic program in music, dance or theatre aligned with New York State standards. You will guide students through performance, composition, critical response, and cultural contexts to foster creativity and lifelong arts appreciation.

The role requires teaching across levels, leading rehearsals, selecting repertoire reflecting diverse cultures, and collaborating with staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Valid New York State Teaching Certification in Music, Dance or Theatre (PreK-12) preferred.
• Prior classroom teaching and performance experience preferred.
• Strong musicianship and ability to teach multiple instruments and/or vocal techniques.
• Familiarity with NYS Arts Standards and developmentally appropriate instruction.
• Ability to integrate technology and digital tools for music creation and performance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Urban setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide students in exploring and generating ideas.
• Encourage creativity and self-expression through age-appropriate composition and performance projects.
• Facilitate opportunities for students to refine and document their ideas using strategies appropriate to the subject.
• Teach and model performance techniques, ensuring students understand performance criteria.
• Lead rehearsals and performances that demonstrate students’ growth and achievement.
• Select and prepare repertoire that reflects diverse cultures, genres, and skill levels.
• Develop students’ ensemble and solo performance skills, promoting discipline, collaboration, and stage presence.
• Teach students to analyze, interpret, and evaluate the performing art using discipline-specific vocabulary.
• Engage students in discussions about how composers and performers use the elements of music to communicate meaning.
• Facilitate listening and reflection activities that connect music to mood, story, or intent.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and upcoming performances.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and school events.

Skills

Musicianship

Organization & communication

Interpersonal skills

Urban setting experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

Master's preferred

Job description

Reports to: Principal Job Description: The Performing Arts Teacher provides a dynamic and comprehensive education aligned with the New York State Learning Standards for the Arts (Music, Dance or Theatre). Through a balance of performance, composition, critical response, and connection to cultural and historical contexts, the teacher fosters students’ musical understanding, creativity, and lifelong appreciation for the arts.

Duties/Responsibilities 2. Performing (Standard 2) 3. Responding (Standard 3) 4. Connecting (Standard 4) 5. Professional and Instructional Practices

• Creating (Standard 1)
• Guide students in exploring and generating ideas.
• Encourage creativity and self-expression through age-appropriate composition and performance projects.
• Facilitate opportunities for students to refine and document their ideas using strategies appropriate to the subject.
• Teach and model performance techniques, ensuring students understand performance criteria.
• Lead rehearsals and performances that demonstrate students’ growth and achievement.
• Select and prepare repertoire that reflects diverse cultures, genres, and skill levels.
• Develop students’ ensemble and solo performance skills, promoting discipline, collaboration, and stage presence.
• Teach students to analyze, interpret, and evaluate the performing art using discipline-specific vocabulary.
• Engage students in discussions about how composers and performers use the elements of music to communicate meaning.
• Facilitate listening and reflection activities that connect music to mood, story, or intent.
• Integrate arts learning with other disciplines and real-world experiences, helping students make connections between the arts and culture, history, and personal identity.
• Incorporate diverse performing arts traditions and styles to reflect the global and multicultural nature of the arts.
• Encourage students to recognize the role of the arts in communities, civic life, and personal expression.
• Design and implement lesson plans that align with NYS Learning Standards for the Arts – Music, Dance or Theatre and district curriculum frameworks.
• Use formative and summative assessments to measure student progress and guide instruction.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and positive classroom environment that encourages risk-taking and creativity.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress and upcoming performances.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and school events.
• Maintain equipment and materials in good condition.

Other Staff Duties

• Hours: 7:45-3:45, regular attendance, 30-minute lunch break, 30-minute planning period, attend weekly staff meetings each Wednesday until 4:45 p.m.
• Complete weekly Lesson plans
• Attend and participate in school-wide professional development sessions, implement strategies in the classroom
• Develop positive relationships with parents, students and KCCS faculty
• Follow the classroom and school-wide schedule created by the Leadership Team
• Differentiate to meet the needs of all students
• Implement CSI Action Plan items
• Communicate student data to the leadership team as well as parents and students (data meetings, Parent Teacher Conferences, progress reports, report cards)
• Participate in school events and extracurricular activities
• Follow school-wide behavior management systems
• Adhere to the KCCS Employee and Student/Parent handbook
• Establish effective classroom management techniques
• Establish a safe, clean, organized learning environment free from hazards
• Use technology to enhance planning and instruction
• Participate in Mentor/Coaching program as necessary
• Participate in 8 days of pre-service training at the start of each school year
• Keep evidence and artifacts that support the goals in the KCCS accountability plan
• All staff will receive annual reviews at the end of each school year and will be held accountable for student achievement data
• Other duties as assigned (arrival, dismissal, lunch coverage, etc.)

Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in education or related field (Master’s preferred)

Certification: Valid New York State Teaching Certification in Music, Dance or Theatre (PreK-12) (preferred).

Experience: Prior classroom teaching and performance experience preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong musicianship and ability to teach multiple instruments and/or vocal techniques.
• Familiarity with NYS Arts Standards and developmentally appropriate music instruction.
• Ability to integrate technology and digital tools for music creation and performance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Welcoming, warm, disposition
• Experience in an urban setting preferred.

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Salary: From : 43000.00

Salary: To : 81000.00

Salary Competitive : Y

Appointment Status : Annual Contract

Contact Person’s Name : Mariah Kramer

Contact Person’s Email : [e-mail]