What are the responsibilities and job description for the Group Music Teacher position at Community Music Center of Boston?
Group Music Teacher The Community Music Center of Boston, an arts
education nonprofit with a mission to transform lives by providing
equitable access to excellent music education and arts experiences, is
seeking motivated and student-centered group music instructors in
general music, sound production, and bilingual music education (Spanish)
to provide instruction at our community partner sites. Click HERE to
read more about our community-based programming! The ideal candidate
will have the ability to teach students in a classroom-based setting, a
targeted interest in public school music education, and an inclusive and
culturally responsive teaching style that reflects CMCB\'s three
curricular pillars - Musical Artistry, Social-Emotional Development,
Cultural Inclusion - and Student Pathways, our commitment to valuing the
many different reasons that people study music (read more about Pathways
HERE!). This is a great opportunity for candidates with demonstrated
Teaching Experience Who Are Looking For Community, Growth Opportunities,
and a compensation structure that also includes paid administrative time
and paid professional development opportunities. Lastly, additional
teaching opportunities are available for candidates with the ability to
play and teach multiple instruments. Status: Regular, part time hourly,
exempt Start Date: Immediately Schedule: In person, 3-5 hours per week,
Monday - Friday within regular public school hours (8:00 AM - 2:00PM)
with room for growth in both during school and after school hours
Specific Responsibilities Community-Based Instruction and Collaboration
Teach students according to curricular guidelines Develop instructional
materials and lesson plans Prepare students for performance events and
opportunities Complete attendance in registration software accurately
and timely Maintain open and regular communication with site contacts to
support educational progress Communication and Participation Attend
department meetings and the annual all-faculty meetings as scheduled
Participate in department events, recitals, and concerts Actively
respond to pertinent emails from all CMCB staff in a timely manner
Qualifications Essential Must have Bachelor\'s degree in music
performance/education with knowledge in the field of instrument-specific
Performance/pedagogy Or Equivalent Experience Minimum Of 2-3 Years
teaching experience in classroom group settings (public school
Preferred) Required For Sound Production, Preferred For Others
Expertise in recording technologies, sound production, and utilizing
different audio recording software (e.g. GarageBand, Logic, ProTools)
Required for Bilingual Music Education, preferred for others: Fluency in
Spanish Strong time management and classroom management skills Ability
to adapt to individual needs of a diverse student population and provide
constructive feedback Must be adept at and comfortable with working in a
culturally diverse environment with a commitment to diversity, equity,
and inclusion as pedagogical and professional values Interest in the
following focus areas: Culturally Responsive Teaching, Creative Youth
Development - Student Voice/Agency, and Social and Emotional Learning
(SEL) Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback,
and demonstrates self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning
and development Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both
orally and in writing, when conversing with students, families, and
colleagues Skilled at engaging with families and building collaborative,
respectful relationships with them in service of student learning
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite (Google Docs, Google
Forms, and Google Sheets)
education nonprofit with a mission to transform lives by providing
equitable access to excellent music education and arts experiences, is
seeking motivated and student-centered group music instructors in
general music, sound production, and bilingual music education (Spanish)
to provide instruction at our community partner sites. Click HERE to
read more about our community-based programming! The ideal candidate
will have the ability to teach students in a classroom-based setting, a
targeted interest in public school music education, and an inclusive and
culturally responsive teaching style that reflects CMCB\'s three
curricular pillars - Musical Artistry, Social-Emotional Development,
Cultural Inclusion - and Student Pathways, our commitment to valuing the
many different reasons that people study music (read more about Pathways
HERE!). This is a great opportunity for candidates with demonstrated
Teaching Experience Who Are Looking For Community, Growth Opportunities,
and a compensation structure that also includes paid administrative time
and paid professional development opportunities. Lastly, additional
teaching opportunities are available for candidates with the ability to
play and teach multiple instruments. Status: Regular, part time hourly,
exempt Start Date: Immediately Schedule: In person, 3-5 hours per week,
Monday - Friday within regular public school hours (8:00 AM - 2:00PM)
with room for growth in both during school and after school hours
Specific Responsibilities Community-Based Instruction and Collaboration
Teach students according to curricular guidelines Develop instructional
materials and lesson plans Prepare students for performance events and
opportunities Complete attendance in registration software accurately
and timely Maintain open and regular communication with site contacts to
support educational progress Communication and Participation Attend
department meetings and the annual all-faculty meetings as scheduled
Participate in department events, recitals, and concerts Actively
respond to pertinent emails from all CMCB staff in a timely manner
Qualifications Essential Must have Bachelor\'s degree in music
performance/education with knowledge in the field of instrument-specific
Performance/pedagogy Or Equivalent Experience Minimum Of 2-3 Years
teaching experience in classroom group settings (public school
Preferred) Required For Sound Production, Preferred For Others
Expertise in recording technologies, sound production, and utilizing
different audio recording software (e.g. GarageBand, Logic, ProTools)
Required for Bilingual Music Education, preferred for others: Fluency in
Spanish Strong time management and classroom management skills Ability
to adapt to individual needs of a diverse student population and provide
constructive feedback Must be adept at and comfortable with working in a
culturally diverse environment with a commitment to diversity, equity,
and inclusion as pedagogical and professional values Interest in the
following focus areas: Culturally Responsive Teaching, Creative Youth
Development - Student Voice/Agency, and Social and Emotional Learning
(SEL) Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback,
and demonstrates self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning
and development Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both
orally and in writing, when conversing with students, families, and
colleagues Skilled at engaging with families and building collaborative,
respectful relationships with them in service of student learning
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite (Google Docs, Google
Forms, and Google Sheets)