Job Description

Elementary Music Teacher (Grades K-3)

BelovED Community Charter School is a highly successful charter school that supports its teachers, serves a diverse student population, and is invested in the growth of our arts education programs. We are seeking an enthusiastic and passionate music educator to join our growing K-12 music program for the 2025-2026 school year.

This individual will primarily teach general music to students in grades K-3, fostering a love for music and creativity in our lower elementary academy. Additionally, they will direct the 5th-grade choir, leading daily rehearsals to prepare for the end of year performance. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Electives Department Chair to align with grades 4-5 general music, beginning band, choir, and broader department goals.

This position provides the flexibility to use self-created materials and the ability to adapt or integrate additional resources based on the student needs and teaching style.

Teacher Responsibilities

Values, Expectations, and Commitment:

• Commit to the school's values and mission.
• Hold high expectations for each student and work diligently to help them reach their full potential in music education.

Teaching and Curriculum:

• General Music
• Plan and deliver engaging, age-appropriate music lessons for grades K-3, incorporating singing, movement, instruments, and creative expression.
• Introduce basic music theory, notation, rhythm, and performance skills.
• Develop original lesson plans or modify existing resources to best support student learning.
• Align lessons with New Jersey standards for music education.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive environment for learning that encourages joy in music-making.
• Communicate with families about classroom activities, student progress, and any concerns.

Fifth Grade Choir:

• Lead daily rehearsals for fifth grade choir, focusing on vocal health, technique, and ensemble singing skills.
• Select age-appropriate repertoire for an end-of-year choral performance.
• During the first few weeks of school, co-teach fifth grade general music with the Electives Department Chair; after the transitional period, students will rotate weekly between general music and choir in smaller cohorts.

Band Support:

• Assist with select full-band rehearsals or sectionals (co-teaching alongside the Electives Department Chair) as needed to support ensemble growth.
• Responsibilities will be collaborative with a focus on support, with no independent instruction required.

Collaboration:

• Work with the Electives Department Chair to plan for continuity and progression from K-3 to 4-5 in the music curriculum.
• Take initiative to integrate interdisciplinary concepts into music curriculum, including school wide initiatives focusing on DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion).
• Participate in coaching meetings, department meetings, and staff meetings to contribute to the success of the music program.

Performances and Events:

• Prepare K-3 students for participation in winter and spring Showcases, highlighting students' skills in the arts.
• Prepare fifth grade students for a dedicated end-of-year concert with the fifth grade band.
• Support additional music activities, instrumental lessons, and/or events as needed.

Teacher Supports:

At Beloved Community Charter School, we provide a supportive teaching environment where educators can thrive. Our music teachers benefit from:

• Dynamic Teaching Environment - Although this role is a traveling position where the music teacher moves between classrooms, we have plans to transition into a dedicated music classroom in our new building for the 2027-2028 school year.
• Curriculum Flexibility - The freedom to adapt your own curriculum, using self-created materials, or incorporating existing materials.
• Collaboration - The opportunity to be a part of a growing K-12 music program.

Preferred:

• Vocal music background with experience leading young singers.
• Familiarity with Orff, Kodly, or similar pedagogical approaches.
• Ability to play piano or guitar to accompany classroom activities.
• Classroom management, communication, and planning skills.

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