Middle School Music Teacher, Instrumental Band

We have proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network identifying as a person of color. Specific Responsibilities • Implement network band program vision by leading high-quality instrumental instruction for middle school musicians that meet music-specific academic standards; • Teach all music-based content including wind ensemble instrumental pedagogy (rhythm, wind, and brass), music literacy and sight-reading on instruments, and ensemble performance repertoire. • Direct afterschool band with 5+ types of instrumentation; • Develop music literacy lesson components related to teaching rhythm and pitch notation, improvisation and composition; • High-level collaboration with Principal and Director of Operations to create and plan for multiple performances throughout the school year • Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards; • Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices; • Support school instructional and cultural needs including but not limited to academic teaching coverage, test proctoring, daily systems duties, additional supportive duties • Participate in collaborative curriculum development, department activities, and school-wide functions; • Develops strong classroom management skills congruent with Uncommon Schools system of management; • Be accountable for students’ mastery of musical standards; • Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues; and • Participate in an annual three-week staff orientation and training. Experience arranging instrumental music is helpful; • Ability to manage and direct large groups of students; • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; • Belief in and alignment with Uncommon’s core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable; • Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred; • Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom; • Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom; • Mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects; and • Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player. Compensation for this position: The starting compensation for this role based in New York City for school year 2023-2024 is between $64,000 to $96,900 and the starting compensation for school year 2024-2025 is between $65,000 to $97,900.