What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Orchestra (Grades 6–8) / Full-Time Option: add on General Music (Grades 4–5) position at The Museum School?
Description
The Museum School of Avondale Estates seeks a qualified, dynamic, and passionate educator to serve as our Orchestra/Music Teacher. This position includes instruction for grades 6–8 orchestra and may be combined with elementary general music (grades 4–5) to create a full-time role. The ideal candidate will design and deliver engaging, hands-on learning experiences aligned with the Georgia Standards of Excellence and the Museum School model. This educator will foster a love of music, build strong ensemble culture, and collaborate closely with the current music teacher to ensure a cohesive and enriching K–8 music program.
About The Museum School of Avondale Estates
The mission of The Museum School of Avondale Estates is to inspire students, teachers, and the community to collaborate in developing strong critical thinking, interpersonal, and academic skills that prepare students for real-world success.
As a public charter school grounded in the museum school model, we combine accessibility with innovation. Students develop a deep sense of community, independence, responsibility, and respect—empowering them to identify and solve problems at both local and global levels.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement standards-aligned lessons and activities (including general music, if applicable)
- Deliver instruction grounded in the Museum School model, including hands-on, inquiry-based learning
- Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs and learning styles
- Prepare 7th and 8th grade orchestra students for Large Group Performance Evaluation (LGPE)
- Collaborate with music staff and school teams to support performances, concerts, Exhibit Nights, and Learning Expeditions
- Contribute to a cohesive and aligned K–8 music program
- Establish and maintain a proactive, consistent classroom management system
- Reflect on instructional practices and engage in ongoing professional growth, including the development of a Professional Growth Plan
- Organize and oversee overnight orchestra trip once per year in conjunction with the music teacher
- Organize evening and school orchestra performances two times per year
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Music (Music Education preferred)
- Valid Georgia P–12 teaching certification in music (in-field)
- Experience and desire to work with both elementary and middle school students
- Proficiency on at least one string instrument
- Knowledge of diverse instructional strategies and teaching methodologies
- Experience working with diverse student populations preferred
- Demonstrated ability to integrate curriculum and apply effective instructional practices
- Experience developing standards-based lessons, units, and assessments
- Strong organizational, planning, and implementation skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills