What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Band Director & Upper School Music Teacher position at Leman Manhattan Preparatory School?
About Léman:
Léman Manhattan is the only independent school in Lower Manhattan serving students from 12 months through Grade 12, offering a rigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme in one of the world’s most dynamic educational environments.
Consistently ranked among New York’s top private schools by Niche (#29 K–12, #5 Arts, #3 Boarding, #3 Diversity), Léman is also NYC’s only boarding school and the first private school to achieve acceptances to all Ivy League institutions within its first decade of graduates.
Our community represents over 130 countries, fostering a global perspective and inclusive culture. Blending distinguished tradition with cutting-edge innovation, Léman prepares students for the rapidly evolving college and career landscape—guided by our mission: “Each student, future prepared.”
Main Purpose of Role:
This role is part of Léman Manhattan’s vibrant, collaborative learning community, which delivers an engaging and academically rigorous program for all students.
Each employee demonstrates a commitment to anti-bias and anti-racism work and to fostering an inclusive learning community. As an international school with a global outlook, Léman Manhattan utilizes the International Baccalaureate Programme's philosophy to equip students with the knowledge and skills to become thoughtful, engaged leaders. As a school community, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, belonging, and justice, and to holding ourselves accountable for addressing harm, repairing relationships, and continuing to learn together.
Key Responsibilities:
(The primary tasks, functions and deliverables of the role)
(The primary tasks, functions and deliverables of the role)
- Directs two Middle School Bands
- Teaches group lessons to Middle School students on woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments from beginner to intermediate levels
- Teaches two High School music electives: HS Band 1 and Digital Music
- Directs school concerts as well as off-campus performances
- Prepares students for NYSSMA solo and ensemble festivals
- Supports and sponsors activities/events outside of the typical school day, including directing one after-school ensemble and possible private lesson teaching
- Being a collaborative, contributing team member of the Fine Arts Department as well as the Middle and High School divisions
- Grows professionally in order to meet the changing responsibilities of the position
- Utilizes learning management and student information systems provided by the school
- Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school; demonstrates behavior that is professional as identified in our Employee Handbook (inside and outside of school)
- Continues to grow professionally in order to meet the changing responsibilities of the position by participating in educational opportunities, reads professional publications, and participates in professional organizations
- Demonstrates flexibility and a positive attitude toward new challenges and growth opportunities
- Supports and sponsors activities/events outside the typical work day
- Completes a minimum of two duties as assigned by Division Head (number of duties may vary depending on role)
- Attends and participates in all required faculty and staff meetings and serves on school committees as required
- Completes responsibilities as assigned by Division Head or direct supervisor based on student and school needs (e.g. test proctoring)
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree (Master’s Degree preferred); Music Education degree preferred; Brass major preferred
- Experience in teaching Middle and High School music students in a school setting
- Experience in teaching woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments
- Experience in directing large ensembles
- Experience in using technology in the music classroom
- Strong classroom management skills in large group settings
- Familiarity with curriculum design
- Ability to work well individually and as part of a team
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Strong writing skills
- Commitment to the school’s mission, core values, and inclusion statement
Salary : $68,000 - $145,000