Teacher Elementary Music

Rochambeau, The French International School of Washington, DC (Rochambeau), has openings for an Elementary Music Teacher – Part-time & Full-time for the 2026-2027 school year.

Location: Bethesda, MD 
Reports to: Primary School Director
Job Type: Full-time (1 position) Part-time (1 position); Exempt; Faculty Association Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA) applicable 
Salary Information: The salary range is $51,908-$110,424 per the Faculty CBA Salary Scale. 
Teachers will be compensated according to the highest category to which they are entitled in accordance with the degrees and certifications that they hold and the years of applicable experience provided. For example, a teacher with a Bachelor's degree and a teaching credential with 5 years of experience will have a base salary of $57,969.77 per year. A teacher with a Master’s degree and teaching certification with 5 years of experience will have a base salary of $61,566.29 per year. A teacher with a PhD and 5 years of teaching experience will have a base salary of $65,461.50 per year. 
Benefits: In addition to base compensation, this position is eligible for: paid time off, paid holidays, and health and retirement benefits enrollment, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 403(b) plan.

THE SCHOOL
Rochambeau, a coeducational day school, offers an exceptional blend of the French curriculum and a robust English program to a diverse student body of about 1,300, from Preschool to 12th grade. Our school thrives on diversity, housing over 80 nationalities. We steadfastly promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

POSITION SUMMARY 
The Elementary Music Teacher is responsible for all aspects of teaching and learning for assigned classes, promoting high-quality standards, effective teaching, and encouraging all students to fulfill their potential within the framework of the school's guidelines. This role also includes practices and performances after school, as well as departmental responsibilities and collaboration with other faculty and staff. 

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES 
Please note that these are intended as representative duties and do not encompass every aspect of the role. You may be required to perform additional or differing duties if they are related, similar, or logically assigned to the position.

At Rochambeau, we value our school-based and in-person work environment for all faculty and staff. We believe on-site collaboration fuels our commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive educational environment. This in-person interaction is integral to our school values, allowing us to engage more fully, communicate effectively, and cultivate a strong community spirit.

• Provide Music instruction at the Kindergarten & Elementary School in accordance with the school's mission and fundamental goals
• Develop instructional materials, assessment tools, and lesson plans according to the needs of students of differing ages, levels, and abilities, ranging from first introduction to advanced performance. 
• Select and order instructional materials for use in the classroom in collaboration with the department head.
• Use and integrate technology as an effective learning tool in the classroom and with students
• Monitor and assess student performance throughout the year, maintain individual records, and prepare report cards each trimester
• Manage student behavior positively to provide a safe and optimal learning environment
• Participate in music department meetings, pedagogical planning sessions (including those with French teachers, such as classes de découverte or conseils de cycle), and collaborate on departmental projects
• Attend teachers' meetings (conseils des maîtres) and participate in appropriate professional development programs
• Participate in parent-teacher conferences as required or requested
• Act as a liaison between students, parents, and school staff regarding the Elementary School Music program, interpreting the program to parents
• Perform supervisory duties other than lunch/lunch recess, according to the duty roster (tableau de services), not to exceed the average agreed upon for all elementary school teachers
• Stay abreast of current educational trends and best practices as these relate to classroom instruction and effective schools
• Maintain a professional manner when interacting with students, parents, community agencies, and colleagues
• Perform related duties consistent with the scope and intent of the position as assigned by the Primary School Director and/or his delegates

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college in Music or a related field of study
• French or English as a native language (preferably bilingual)
• Well-developed and effective communication skills (oral and written) and strong human relations skills; ability to work well with other teachers, support staff, parents, and members of the community
• Ability to recognize and respond to individual and cultural differences in students and use different teaching methods that inspire high student achievement
• Good organization and time management skills
• Ability to use innovative, active teaching methods, and solve everyday problems using intuition, flexibility, and creativity
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of information
• Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance at work
• Computer and technological literacy 
• Three Professional References (name, position, contact number and email) listed on your CV/resume
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching to Second Language Learners or Bilingual Education
• Elementary teaching experience and/or Teacher Certification
• French fluency is strongly preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position primarily operates in a school environment. The role requires prolonged periods of sitting, walking, or standing, extensive use of computers and other office equipment, and occasional lifting or moving of equipment up to 25 pounds.

SPECIAL NOTES

In accordance with Maryland House Bill 486, Rochambeau is required to contact all former employers to request information relating to child sexual abuse or sexual misconduct involving the applicant. If you would like additional information, please visit House Bill 486. 

All final candidates will be asked, prior to hire, whether they have been found to have engaged in, are currently under investigation for, or left employment during an active investigation in which they were accused of sexual violence or sexual harassment. When obtaining employment reference checks, these same sexual violence or sexual harassment questions will also be asked. 

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