Job Purpose
The Hartsbrook School is seeking an experienced and dynamic woodwinds and brass teacher who has interest in directing a beginning to intermediate Middle School Winds Ensemble which may incorporate a few percussionists. This is a new ensemble offering in our music elective programing and we are excited to work with this candidate to grow this ensemble over time. Students at Hartsbrook begin playing ensemble music and building music literacy skills in grades one through three through the use of a series of wooden flutes, pentatonic lyres, pitched tone pipes, and harmonic singing. In grades four and five, all students learn to play a violin, viola, or cello and form class string ensembles. In grades six through eight, students are given the choice to elect which type of instrumental ensemble they would like to participate in. These mixed grade ensembles build on the musicianship students already possess and challenge them to utilize and grow that musicianship further. The skills they refine in these middle school ensembles are then utilized in their high school ensembles, which include Jazz Ensemble, Vocal Ensemble, and Orchestra. It is our hope that students from the middle school winds ensemble will be able to join either the high school orchestra or jazz ensemble when their time comes to step up into the high school. The Hartsbrook School Winds Teacher creates an intentionally inclusive classroom culture,
providing instruction for beginning wind instruments for grades six through eight. Classes meet twice a week for forty five minutes each, with two concerts each year. The Wind
Teacher will provide a quality experience for a diverse group of students that reflects an understanding of a developmental approach, as well as connects the contents of the curriculum to our mission and values. A possibility for augmenting this position may include teaching the high school jazz ensemble class three times per week. Teaching music at Hartsbrook also provides candidates opportunities to teach private lessons or small group classes after school for additional compensation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaches the Wind Ensemble to a self-selected group of students, grades 6-8
- Focuses instruction for new students in 2-3 instruments, while also folding in students
who bring experience on other wind instruments and/or percussion
- Designs and implements an appropriate curriculum that effectively engages students
in the acquisition of technique, music reading, and playing together in an ensemble.
- Designs and leads age appropriate conversations and activities fostering a sense of
belonging for all students and allowing students to continue the journey of
self-discovery and inclusion of all identities.
- Designs curriculum based on waldorf principles, articulated learning outcomes, shares
a comprehensive syllabus, and follows up with timely assessments and reports.
- In collaboration with the Music Director, manages the wind program’s vision and
strategy, ensuring its alignment with the broader objectives of the music department
and the school.
- Develops and leads the middle school wind curriculum, ensuring that its scope
includes diverse musical genres.
- Effectively supports the academic, social and emotional development of a diverse
group of students.
- Instructs and mentors students in playing musical instruments, fostering their musical
skills, appreciation and love for music.
- Effectively collaborates with a diverse team of colleagues.
- Provides regular parent communication regarding curricular programming and student
performance.
- Generates timely and comprehensive comments for each student, providing a
well-rounded perspective on their academic performance.
- Participates in music departmental meetings.
- Holds parent/teacher conferences in the fall and spring and is available for additional
conferences as needed.
- Infuses principles of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging into all of the above and
brings an eagerness to learn and grow in this area.
- Completes school-required training.
- Abides by the school’s policies and procedures as outlined in the provided handbooks.
- Communicates with the appropriate supervisor when unable to meet any professional
obligation.
Qualifications
- A commitment to Waldorf Education, with experience and training in Waldorf
education strongly preferred
- Teaching experience is essential
- A minimum of three years of proven experience in teaching and performing music
across various genres, with an emphasis on wind instruments
- Proficiency in wind ensemble conducting and in music curriculum creation and
instruction.
- Proficiency in playing and teaching multiple wind instruments.
- A commitment to issues of identity, diversity, equity and inclusion and demonstrated
experience creating inclusive classroom experiences for a diverse student body
- Timeliness in meeting deadlines, organized record-keeping and reporting, ability to
hold confidentiality and to effectively collaborate with a diverse set of colleagues
- Ability to work with a diverse set of students who present different needs in the
classroom
- A commitment to collegiality and collaboration
Requirements
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification
- Allergy/Epi-Pen training
- Complete Vector training upon hiring
- Ability to pass CORI check and fingerprinting
- Willingness to work outside and teach outdoors
Work Environment
- This job operates in a professional office/educational environment and requires strict
professionalism with students, parents, and colleagues.
Position Adjunct Winds Teacher
Department Upper School
Reporting to Music Director
Supervising N/A
Working Hours 2 Class Periods: TBD, Music Department Meeting: TBD
Compensation $50 for each 45 minute period
