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.40 STRINGS TEACHER 825

Company name
Somerville School Department

Location
Somerville, MA, United States

Employment Type
Part-Time

Industry
Entertainment, Education, Entry Level

Posted on
Apr 13, 2023

Profile

2023-2024

Anticipated/Pending Budget Approval

Job Goal:

Somerville Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We welcome and value different perspectives and experiences in our staff, recognizing the powerful impact that a diverse workforce has on all students. We are committed to supporting educators through a strong induction and mentorship program, educator-driven professional development, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

As a district, we are also committed to supporting the whole child by promoting a trusting, mutually respectful and inspiring culture that values the individuality of our students and the professionalism of the field.

Qualifications:

Appropriate Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Educator's Licensure is required, (SPED, ESL or ELL Licensure Preferred).

Bachelors or higher level degree in Music Education

MA DESE Certification in Music Education K-12

Strong communication skills, both oral and written

Exemplary interpersonal communications skills that establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents and members of the community

Experience in teaching Elementary Music in a multi-cultural and multi-lingual environment

Proficiency in Kodaly/Conversational Solfege pedagogy

Proficiency in multi-cultural music genres and traditional genres

Commitment to changing lives through music education

Responsibilities / Terms of Employment:

As per the Somerville Educators Union, Unit A Collective Bargaining Agreement

Acquisition and distribution of string instruments throughout the school district

Instruct students on the proper maintenance of the instrument

Distribution of appropriate grade level string repertoire

Referral of string instruments for repair or replacement

Preparation of students for annual school performances (Winter & Spring Concerts)

Preparation of students for annual districtwide performances (Spring String Fling)

Recommend students for participation in Berklee City Music, private lessons, or similar programs

Acquisition, return and storage of district instruments

Sets up and maintains a professional website

Communication with families about student behaviors and upcoming performances

Reports to:

The School Principal and the K- 12 Supervisor of Music

The Somerville Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, facilities, or employment or educational opportunities on the basis of race, color, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, home status, marital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals’ dignity or interferes with their ability to learn or work.

Position Type:

Part-time

Positions Available:

1

Welcome to Somerville Public Schools!

Education - Inspiration - Excellence are the themes that characterize the instructional services, departments and programs of the Somerville Public Schools.

Our Mission: The Somerville Public Schools is dedicated to the realization of the full intellectual, physical, social, and emotional potential of all students. Our talented team of teachers and other professionals provides every student with the knowledge, skills and attitudes needed to be successful throughout their lives. This is accomplished through the delivery of innovative instruction guided by the Massachusetts Curriculum and Somerville Curriculum Frameworks, and supported through partnerships with organizations such as Primary Source, and the Center for Engineering Education and Outreach at Tufts University.

Job Requirements

No experience required

Contact Information

Central HR

8 Bonair St.

Somerville, Massachusetts 02145

Phone: 617-625-6600

Email: centralhr@k12.somerville.ma.us

Company info

Somerville School Department
Phone : 617-625-6600

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