This opening calls for specific teaching qualifications set by the school.

CalWest’s client school in the Greater San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a Lower School Music Teacher to begin August 14, 2023.

Required Qualifications

A Bachelor’s Degree and/or other educational requirements listed on the job description
Requisite skills commensurate with the position
A reasonable commuting distance to the CalWest client school, or a willingness to relocate
Relevant, recent experience
Authorization to live and work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates should have a degree in music, elementary education, or a related field, plus experience working with students ages 4-10.
Experience leading vocal ensembles, and an advanced degree in music or music education is desired.
Strong interpersonal skills, pedagogical expertise, a growth mindset, a proactive approach to creating a sense of belonging for all students in the classroom, the ability to integrate into our school culture, a good sense of humor, and flexibility are essential.

Report to the Lower School Division Head.
Work with students in grades TK-3 as well as offer choral classes to 7th and 8th grade students as part of the middle school Performing, Visual, and Creative Arts courses.
Develop and implement a dynamic music curriculum that incorporates both performance and music appreciation of a diverse range of musical styles, cultures, and time periods that are engaging and developmentally appropriate while differentiating to meet the needs of all learners.
Demonstrate a thorough understanding of current best practices in music education and effectively apply these to their teaching.
Share the school vision of high standards of learning in a safe, caring, and supportive setting.
Value teaching practices that are grounded in equity, dignity, and respect while recognizing and honoring cultural differences.
Utilize ethical principles in decision-making and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing with families and colleagues.
Be open to new ideas, accept constructive feedback, solve problems creatively, and manage the multiple demands of teaching.