What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Music Teacher position at GILMAN SCHOOL INC?
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EARLY CHILDHOOD MUSIC TEACHER
OUR MISSION
Gilman is a diverse community dedicated to educating boys in mind, body, and spirit through particular emphasis upon academic excellence, athletic participation, and aesthetic appreciation. Gilman seeks to produce men of character and integrity who have the skills and ability to make a positive contribution to the communities in which they live and work.
OUR COMMITMENT
Educating the Whole Boy
For more than a century, Gilman’s mission has remained exceedingly focused: to unlock the greatness within each boy by educating the entire boy—mind, body, and spirit. To accomplish that goal, we provide space and opportunity for crucial learning and self-expression to take place. We believe that boys experience transformative learning when they connect disciplines, people, and ideas in ways that deepen their sense of self and serve the needs of others.
Our rich and comprehensive program, our immeasurably talented and interesting faculty and students, and our belief in the character traits embodied by the Gilman Five—Honor, Integrity, Respect, Humility, and Excellence—combine to form the foundation of an educational environment dedicated to helping boys grow into men of character.
Community, Inclusion, and Equity
Gilman’s commitment to inclusion and equity is founded on the belief that our community is strengthened by the vibrant exchange that occurs when individuals with different backgrounds and heritages share their perspectives with one another. Through the recognition and acceptance of our many differences, we learn to appreciate and respect the complexity of the world in which we live and develop essential skills that help us forge productive relationships with those around us.
We are proud of our history as a school that has, for several generations, taken the lead on matters of diversity, inclusion, and equity. More than 35% of Gilman’s student body and 22% of the School’s faculty identify as people of color. We continue to build on that legacy through our steadfast commitment to inclusivity and equity and initiatives on local, state, and national levels.
OUR SCHOOL
Gilman School is a pre-kindergarten through twelfth-grade private independent day school for boys. Set on a 57-acre campus in the northern part of Baltimore City, Gilman serves roughly 1,000 students in three divisions. The School has a full-time faculty of nearly 140, and the average class size is 16 students.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:
Gilman School is seeking a dynamic music teacher to join the Lower School in a part-time position (50%). An ideal candidate will have training in the Kodaly Method, piano skills, and choral conducting experience. They will be passionate about teaching music through the lens of social justice, strong in classroom management skills, and willing to collaborate with both classroom teachers and the art department while fostering the mission of the school through music.
- Instruct Pre-K through First Grade students in a general classroom setting
- Teach sequential music concepts through both vocal and classroom instruments, potentially including ukulele and recorder
- Collaborate with inter-divisional music colleagues to develop and refine music curriculum based on NAfME’s standards of creating, performing, and responding
- Prepare students for performances throughout the year - winter concert, spring concert, all-school convocations, and admissions events
- Assist classroom teachers in preparing music for special events
- Participate in faculty meetings and professional development
- Build healthy relationships with students
- Communicate with parents through written reports at designated times throughout the year
- Cultivate relationships with parents and meet as needed
- Foster a safe and inclusive learning environment for students
- Fulfill supervisory duties before and/or after school and at recess
WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED:
- Classroom experience teaching music in early childhood grade levels
- A Bachelor’s degree in music education or a related field
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills
- The embodiment of the Gilman Five: Honor, Integrity, Respect, Humility, and Excellence
- Willingness to be collaborative
- An ability to motivate young students and inspire a love for learning
- Demonstrated success working collaboratively with colleagues
- A passion for own learning and professional growth
- An interest in reflecting on teaching and performance
- An energetic and imaginative approach to teaching with a sense of humor
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
- POSITION TITLE: Lower School Music Teacher
- STATUS/FLSA: Part-Time
- HOURS OF WORK: TBD
EOE
Gilman School is an equal opportunity employer and educator who fully and actively supports equal access for all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information, or Testing, Family and Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.