Music Director

The successful candidate must have the ability to understand the skills, strengths, and opportunities for growth of the student musicians in their charge and the drive to motivate all Darrow students to develop an interest in and an appreciation of the art of music. Specific responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: • Demonstrate mastery of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials for courses taught • Plan and teach a variety of courses in music utilizing appropriate curricula in accordance with the school’s mission and the philosophy and values of Darrow’s student-centered curriculum • Promote and direct the School’s music performance ensembles, The Darrow Music Collective (DMC) and the Jazz Ensemble, as well as Chorus • Identify and coordinate opportunities for student musicians to collaborate with professional musicians on projects and performances in the local community and the region. Responsibilities Of All Darrow Faculty • Residential duty one night per week and one weekend approximately every four weeks • Serve as an advisor to a small group students • Facilitate approximately 7 student activities per year (dependent on other assignments and responsibilities) • Create a student-centered learning environment and teach according to the educational needs of students • Provide continuous student assessment, quarterly, semester, and year-end progress reports, and hold teacher-student-parent conferences • Collaborate with the Learning Skills program to understand and respond to students’ learning needs by differentiating instruction • Collaborate effectively with other teachers in your department and other departments • Attend weekly faculty meetings and participate actively in discussions in an ongoing exchange of information and support with a close-knit staff • Attend faculty in-service sessions, as well as opening and closing meetings • Work closely with other faculty and staff to ensure cross-curricular approaches, continuity, and progression across grade levels • Inform advisors, mentors, and other relevant support staff of notable changes in student performance in a timely fashion • Meet deadlines for submission of grades and comments • Promote progress, development of character, community, and well-being in all dealings with students, including enforcing school rules • Pursue opportunities for professional growth on a regular basis. There's so much to enjoy about living and working at Darrow, and the community offers something for everyone. Required Skills/qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Music or a related discipline required; state teaching certification not required • Teaching experience is strongly preferred • Demonstrated ability to forge strong relationships with students and colleagues with a mindset of unconditional positive regard • Ability to demonstrate a growth mindset, optimism, and belief that all students can learn • Ability to innovate and think creatively about education • Experience in a setting that required instructional practices to address a range of learning needs preferred • An understanding of the developmental and emotional needs of students • A commitment to an inclusive community • A desire to be part of a close, diverse, and vibrant boarding school community and to make contributions to the School outside of one’s academic department, including athletics, extra-curricular programs, and residential programming