SY 25-26 Middle School Music Teacher

School in the Square; Washington Heights (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 123,000; Full time

Job summary

An established public charter school in Washington Heights is looking for a Middle School Music Teacher to join their dedicated team. This role emphasizes a 'relationships first' approach, fostering a supportive and nurturing environment for students. The school values collaboration and professional growth, offering competitive salaries and benefits, including a generous 401k match and healthcare coverage. If you are passionate about education and committed to building meaningful relationships with students and families, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

401k with 6% match

93% healthcare coverage

Generous paid time off

Longevity bonus

Federal student loan debt reduction opportunities

Qualifications

• Seeking dedicated teachers for grades 6-8 with a focus on student interests.
• Commitment to professional growth and a supportive teaching environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to uphold academic standards.
• Address social-emotional needs of students in a nurturing environment.

Skills

Guitar Instruction

Communication Skills

Planning Skills

Restorative Practices

Anti-Racism Education

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy

Trauma-Informed Practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

Join School in the Square in reimagining PreK-12th grade education in Washington Heights and Inwood. A tuition-free public charter school founded in 2016, we emphasize a "relationships first" philosophy: engaging, educating, and empowering students, families, and staff. Be part of a 175+ team committed to a culture of collaboration, mutual support, and sustainable career growth in teaching, operations, and leadership. We celebrate and cultivate each team member's passions, skills, and multidisciplinary interests as we build a brighter future, one student at a time.

Why School In the Square?

As a "relationships first" community, we...

• Demonstrate care for colleagues, students, and families
• Commit to learning and growing together
• Invest in relationship-building work
• Support each other with competitive benefits, including a 6% 401k match, 93% healthcare premium coverage, generous PTO, and more

Our Middle School Music Teacher Role

Located at our founding campus in Washington Heights, our middle school program is designed around students' interests and learning styles, emphasizing a culture of care that fosters achievement. We seek dedicated, mission-aligned teachers for grades 6-8, who will collaborate with the Principal and School Leadership Team to uphold high academic standards and address social-emotional needs. We believe all students can thrive in a challenging, nurturing, and supportive environment.

Who You Are

• Specialized in guitar instruction
• A strategic, solutions-focused thinker with strong communication and planning skills
• A relationship builder who finds fulfillment in teaching and coaching students academically and non-instructionally, respecting their effort
• Familiar with restorative practices, anti-racism education, culturally responsive pedagogy, trauma-informed practices
• Self-reflective, receptive to feedback, and committed to professional growth
• Holding a Bachelor's Degree in Education or relevant content area
• Possessing a valid New York State Teaching Certification or willing to enroll in a certification program to obtain one within two years

What We Offer

We prioritize supporting our staff to develop sustainable, rewarding careers aligned with their passions and interests. We provide team-building, collaboration, a friendly work environment, and essential tools for success. Salaries range from $66,000 to $122,764 for certified teachers, and $63,000 to $119,764 for uncertified teachers, based on experience and education. Additional benefits include:

• 401k with 6% match
• 93% healthcare coverage
• Longevity bonus
• Generous paid time off
• Federal student loan debt reduction opportunities
• A supportive work environment

We are committed to diversity and encourage marginalized groups to apply. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.