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Rivendell Interstate School District
Music (Pre-K-5) Teacher (60% FTE)
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What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$41,762 / year median in Vermont
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Westshire Elementary School and Samuel Morey Elementary School, serving students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5, are located in the beautiful Connecticut River Valley near Dartmouth College. We are seeking a highly qualified and inspiring part-time Music Teacher to join our school communities.
The Music Teacher is responsible for providing engaging music instruction to students in Pre-K through Grade 5 and collaborating with classroom teachers and other staff to foster an appreciation of music throughout the school community.
The successful candidate will help students develop their enjoyment, appreciation, confidence, and performance skills in music through a variety of planned and developmentally appropriate experiences, including: Singing and vocal development Movement and dance Playing and exploring musical instruments Music listening and appreciation Creative music-making and performance Opportunities to connect music with classroom learning and other areas of the curriculum The Music Teacher will also perform other duties directly related to the position and participate as a collaborative member of the school community.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Strong organization and classroom management skills A passion for teaching music to elementary-aged children The ability to create engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate music experiences A willingness to collaborate with classroom teachers and integrate music into learning across the school Strong communication and interpersonal skills A commitment to building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues An understanding of and commitment to supporting students' social-emotional development Familiarity with the GamePlan Music Curriculum, Feierabend's First Steps in Music, and/or Conversational Solfege is a plus.
Our teachers use Responsive Classroom approaches and trauma-informed practices to teach and reinforce expected behaviors while supporting the social-emotional growth of our students. We seek educators who are invested in forming strong, positive relationships with students and families and who understand that these relationships are integral to a successful learning environment.
Why Join Our Schools?
Our district provides a supportive administration, mentorship, and a collaborative school community. We value educators who bring enthusiasm, creativity, and a commitment to helping every child discover the joy of learning.
If you are passionate about music education and excited about helping elementary students develop a lifelong appreciation for music, we encourage you to apply.
The Music Teacher is responsible for providing engaging music instruction to students in Pre-K through Grade 5 and collaborating with classroom teachers and other staff to foster an appreciation of music throughout the school community.
The successful candidate will help students develop their enjoyment, appreciation, confidence, and performance skills in music through a variety of planned and developmentally appropriate experiences, including: Singing and vocal development Movement and dance Playing and exploring musical instruments Music listening and appreciation Creative music-making and performance Opportunities to connect music with classroom learning and other areas of the curriculum The Music Teacher will also perform other duties directly related to the position and participate as a collaborative member of the school community.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate: Strong organization and classroom management skills A passion for teaching music to elementary-aged children The ability to create engaging, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate music experiences A willingness to collaborate with classroom teachers and integrate music into learning across the school Strong communication and interpersonal skills A commitment to building positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues An understanding of and commitment to supporting students' social-emotional development Familiarity with the GamePlan Music Curriculum, Feierabend's First Steps in Music, and/or Conversational Solfege is a plus.
Our teachers use Responsive Classroom approaches and trauma-informed practices to teach and reinforce expected behaviors while supporting the social-emotional growth of our students. We seek educators who are invested in forming strong, positive relationships with students and families and who understand that these relationships are integral to a successful learning environment.
Why Join Our Schools?
Our district provides a supportive administration, mentorship, and a collaborative school community. We value educators who bring enthusiasm, creativity, and a commitment to helping every child discover the joy of learning.
If you are passionate about music education and excited about helping elementary students develop a lifelong appreciation for music, we encourage you to apply.