Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School seeks a warm, talented educator who will serve as a full-time music teacher in the Lower School. The ideal candidate will show passion for working with elementary students and have a deep understanding of the developmental needs of Senior Kindergarten through 4th grade students and the impact of those needs on curricular decisions. A successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills including strong written and oral communication, be committed to collaborative relationships with colleagues, and be excited about integrating music throughout the Lower School and Senior Kindergarten. Additionally, the candidate should possess a strong academic and professional background in music. A desire to instill students with a passion for learning through music is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead Senior Kindergarten through 4th grade music classes.
• Clearly articulate a vision for the Lower School Music Program.
• Participate as a member of the Lower School team, and collaborate with General and Jewish Studies teachers to enhance integrated curriculum.
• Plan, prepare students, and lead the annual Hanukkah Music Festival and Spring Concert.
• Direct the choir program (4th grade through 8th grade) and plan two annual concerts.
• Complete other duties as assigned, such as lunch and recess duty, as part of the Lower School team.
• Support the school’s mission and reflect our Bernard Zell values.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. 
• Masters in education or related field preferred.
• Experience as a music educator, preferably in a Lower School setting.
• Deep knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practice. 
• Knowledge and mastery of the most up to date music education practices and pedagogies and a willingness to learn and grow as an educator.
• Experience with Google Suite Apps and technology that supports music curricula required.
• Knowledge of the Responsive Classroom approach and practices preferred.

Important Information:

• All prospective employees must be able to clear a background check.
• Work is performed onsite; Bernard Zell does not offer a telecommuting option.
• The workday is 7:45 am - 3:45 pm but must be flexible to attend meetings and special events beyond normal working hours.
• Full-time employee benefits include employer-subsidized medical, dental, life and disability (short and long-term) insurances, 403b retirement plan, parking or public transportation, daily (kosher) breakfast and lunch, as well as optional insurances. Sick and flex (personal) days subject to length of tenure.

How to apply: Please send a resume and cover letter to employment@bernardzell.org

Bernard Zell Anshe Emet Day School has a long-standing policy of equal employment opportunity for every person regardless of age, race, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry or citizenship. Bernard Zell recruits, hires and promotes individuals without regard to these characteristics, and all staffing decisions are based solely on the qualifications of each individual and the legitimate educational needs of our students. Bernard Zell does not discriminate in working conditions, physical facilities or any other terms, conditions or privileges of employment, including transfer, compensation, training, promotion, demotion or separation based on age, race, color, disability, marital status, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry or citizenship. Bernard Zell seeks to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation and harassment based on any of these characteristics.