Instrumental Band Teacher

Instrumental Band Teacher Silas Deane Middle School is seeking a motivated, dynamic and versatile music educator to work in the highly collaborative environment of the SDMS Music Team. Duties & Responsibilities: Teach students the foundations and fundamental principles of music in accordance with the National and Connecticut State Standards and the Wethersfield Public Schools Music Curriculum; Instruct large groups of students across a wide variety of band instruments (woodwinds, brass and percussion), developing their skills for participation in larger ensemble performances; Teach and explore various genres of musical expression, music history, theory fundamentals and introductory composition; Provide students with the freedom to explore and express themselves musically while differentiating instruction to meet diverse learning needs; Plan, organize and facilitate daily class lessons, setting priorities and working independently with a strong sense of purpose; Select and utilize age-appropriate repertoire, instructional books and resources to enhance student learning; Implement a variety of educational technologies and music production resources within the classroom; Plan, organize and implement school-wide musical events, showcase performances and evening concerts; Care for and maintain all school owned musical property, including instruments, sheet music and classroom equipment; Regularly communicate with parents, guardians and school staff regarding individual student progress and upcoming musical events; Work closely with the SDMS Music team to foster a cohesive school-wide appreciation for the arts. Qualifications: Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree; Appropriate CT Certification credentials (049 certification); Exemplary communication skills to be used when: Teaching and meeting with students, parents, families and staff; Writing formal and informal letters, messages, plans and comments; Collaborating with students, parents, families and staff to organize and implement all school-wide music performances and various assemblies; Proven musicianship skills in vocal performance, piano accompaniment, and woodwind, brass, percussion, or strings performance; Excellent classroom management skills with both small and large groups; Ability to handle and treat the information confidentially; Knowledge of restorative and trauma informed practices preferred.