Teacher - Music

Andrus; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is looking for a Music Teacher to deliver tailored music instruction to students. This role involves collaboration with a multidisciplinary team and the supervision of classroom staff, all while maintaining educational standards. Join a dedicated team that supports each child's educational journey through music.

Benefits

Generous PTO

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Benefits

401(k) Employer Contributions

Tuition Reimbursement

Aflac Benefits

Flex Spending Accounts

Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance

Professional Development

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching music preferred.
• Ability to utilize the ADP app for agency programs.

Responsibilities

• Directly supervises all staff assigned to the classroom.
• Teaches music through musical instruments and voice.
• Maintains classroom discipline and safety.

Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Strong verbal skills

Strong written skills

Computer skills

Education

NYS Special Education Teacher Certification

Job description

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Base pay range

$60,000.00/yr - $80,000.00/yr

Job Overview Of Teacher - Music

The Music Teacher provides direct and appropriate individualized instruction based on IEP goals and objectives in the subject areas according to the New York Learning Standards in Music and develops social skills while maintaining classroom discipline and safety. The teacher collaborates with a multidisciplinary team that includes teaching assistants, teacher aides, milieu therapists/assistants, social workers, parents and other professionals in the education and treatment of each child.

This position works the school calendar, which is a 10-month school year with a 6-week summer program.

Essential Duties Of Teacher - Music

Key duties of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Directly supervises all staff assigned to the classroom
• Classroom Management
• Teach music through musical instrument and voice.
• Delivers instruction according to the Orchard School Curriculum and the New York State Standards in Music.
• Maintains a safe and hazard free work area & reports problems and concerns regarding safety when appropriate.
• Demonstrates competency with Therapeutic Crisis Intervention and can safely employ a therapeutic hold.
• Provides children with appropriate supervision at all times.
• Monitors the performance of safety-related tasks by fellow staff, offering assistance, clarification and correction as needed.
• Follows up on concerns & complains made by children, families and co-workers
• Is flexible, supportive and accommodating in crisis or unplanned situations.
• Completes all paperwork requirements clearly, accurately and in a timely manner.
• Actively participates in training opportunities and supervisory discussions.
• Attends meetings and trainings as required.
• Plans instruction to meet the learning styles and needs of the individual student.
• Utilizes a variety of effective techniques and materials to encourage motivation, interest and learning by the students.
• Use assessment and evaluation information to design, implement, and revise teaching techniques in order to enhance and evaluate student learning
• Supports overall strategic plan of the organization
• Ability to adhere to our organization's core values and commitments
  
  

Key Qualifications Include

Essential Qualifications of Teacher - Music

• NYS Special Education Teacher Certification
• Teaching Experience Preferred
• Strong verbal, written, and computer skills.
• Emotional Intelligence
• Ability to access and utilize ADP app on smartphone or other device for access to agency programs
  
  

Physical/Travel Requirements Of Teacher - Music

• Must possess ability to sit, stand, walk, run, climb stairs
• Have physical capacity to restrain or assist in the restraint of a child.
  
  

The employee must be able to meet these requirements with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Benefits Of Teacher - Music

• Generous PTO, personal and sick time
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Benefits
• 401(k) Employer Contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Aflac Benefits
• Flex Spending Accounts
• Employer Paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
• Professional Development
  
  

Disclaimer

Nothing in this job description restricts Andrus’ right to modify the duties/responsibilities of this job at any time, with or without advanced notice.

EEO Statement

Andrus is an equal opportunity employer.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Mental Health Care

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