Upper School Music Teacher (Grades 6–12)

Gathering Waters Chartered Public School; Keene (NH); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Gathering Waters Chartered Public School seeks an Upper School Music Teacher for grades 6–12 with a passion for Waldorf education and a background in music. The role involves leading Beginning Band, Jazz Band, and Guitar Ensemble and teaching two days per week (Tuesday and Thursday), 11:40 a.m.–3:05 p.m.

The position includes planning and executing two seasonal concerts and supporting occasional music events such as festivals and open mic nights, within a diverse learner community.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of teaching experience preferred.
• Waldorf teacher training and/or Waldorf teaching experience preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field
• NH teaching credential encouraged

Responsibilities

• Lead three courses: Beginning Band, Jazz Band, and Guitar Ensemble.
• Schedule: two days per week (Tuesday and Thursday), 11:40 a.m.–3:05 p.m.
• Help plan and execute two seasonal school concerts.
• Assist with occasional special events involving music (e.g. school festivals, open mic nights)

Education

Bachelor's degree in education or related field

NH teaching credential encouraged

Job description

Job Title

Upper School Music Teacher

Department

Music

Reports to

School Principal

Position Summary

Gathering Waters School seeks Upper School (grades 6–12) Music Teacher candidates with proven teaching experience who are excited to collaboratively with others. Ideal candidates possess a strong interest in Waldorf education, a background in music, and are committed to serving a diverse population of learners.

The High School Music Teacher will lead three courses: Beginning Band, Jazz Band, and Guitar Ensemble. The position is two days per week (Tuesday and Thursday), 11:40 a.m.–3:05 p.m. Additional responsibilities include helping plan and execute two seasonal school concerts, as well as helping out with occasional special events involving music (e.g. school festivals, open mic nights).

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of teaching experience preferred
• Waldorf teacher training and/or Waldorf teaching experience preferred
• Bachelor's degree in education or related field
• NH teaching credential encouraged

Compensation

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Gathering Waters Chartered Public School is a member of the Alliance of Waldorf Public Education and is committed to providing a supportive and enriching educational environment for all students.

Our region is uniquely situated to support a Waldorf‑inspired charter with a wealth of knowledge and resources that are already established here, including two Waldorf teacher training programs, Antioch University‑New England and The Center for Anthroposophy. Families move to the Keene area from all over the country because of the presence of organizations inspired by the philosophy that stands behind Waldorf education, including Sophia’s Hearth Family Center, Spring Hill Children’s Center, Camp Glen Brook, Kroka Expeditions, and Badger Corporation. Southwestern New Hampshire is home to a well‑established community that is ready and eager to support a Waldorf‑inspired chartered public school and with whom we welcome the opportunity to partner.

EEOC Statement

Gathering Waters does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.