Applications will be accepted beginningTuesday, March 11, 2025 12:00 AM(Eastern Standard Time)CHARLOTTE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOLDEPARTMENT: Middle SchoolREPORTS TO: Head of Middle SchoolFLSA: ExemptMission StatementThrough excellence in education, Charlotte Country Day School develops the potential of each student by fostering intellectual curiosity, principled character, ethical leadership, and a responsibility to serve.Position Purpose: The Middle School Part-time Orchestra Instructor is responsible for preparing curriculum, teaching Orchestra at the middle school level, conducting rehearsals and performances, collaborating with other department members, and creating a dynamic learning environment for students in the class.ResponsibilitiesTeaches Orchestra (string instruments) to children in 5th through 8th gradesTeaches students proper technique and care of string instruments (violin, viola, cello, double bass)Plans daily classroom work based on curriculum requirementsDraws on content standards of the relevant curriculum frameworks to plan sequential units of study, individual lessons, and learning activities that make learning cumulative and advance students' level of content knowledgeUtilizes results of formal and informal assessments to identify teaching strategies and learning activities appropriate to the specific discipline, age, and cognitive levels being taughtProficient as a string musician to demonstrate musical scales, tones, and rhythmInstructs students in music theory, harmony, composition, music appreciation, and performanceInteracts well with students to recruit them to the music programCollaborates well with other fine arts instructorsConducts group rehearsals and instructs members in fundamentals of musicianship and ensemble performanceIncorporates appropriate technology and media in lesson planningQualificationsBachelor's degree or post graduate work in music or music educationExcellent verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated skills as a musician and teacherPhysical Requirements and Work EnvironmentWorks in an environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and diverse contactsMust be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.APPLICATION PROCESS:Interested candidates should complete an application (including resume and cover letter) through the school's online application system: .
Direct email or hard copy applications will not be accepted.It is the policy of Charlotte Country Day School not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.Job Contact InformationName: Warren SepkowitzTitle: Head of Middle SchoolPhone: (Insert Phone Number)Email: ******
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