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

CalWest’s client school in the Greater Seattle Area is seeking a K-5 Music Teacher to begin August 2023.

CalWest 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
Authorization to live and work in the United States

Client School Preferred Qualifications

Experience in teaching is required, with 3 or more years of teaching preferred
A bachelor’s degree is required
A graduate degree is preferred
Teacher certification is preferred
Exhibit an understanding of the development of K-5 students
Display an ease while working with students, parents, faculty, and other constituencies
Demonstrate initiative regarding job related tasks, responsibilities, and projects
Complete work in a timely and thorough manner and be conscientious about assignments and deadlines
Collaborate and work well in team settings
Exhibit the capacity and desire to engage in experiential activities and programs with students
Communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with others, including administrators, colleagues, staff and parents/guardians in order to maintain constructive and professional relationships
Practice strong interpersonal skills, to include being patient and positive
Be patient and positive and find joy in the journey of promoting a lifelong love of learning
Have proficient skills in the use of technology: including, but not limited to, Microsoft Suite, Google Drive, and Outlook
Have an interest and willingness to participate in professional growth/development opportunities

Create and sustain classroom culture based on mission and values of the school
Collaborate and work effectively in teams with colleagues
Design, prepare and deliver instructional activities that emphasize experiential learning experiences
Teach music skills and foster a love of music by creating an active-participatory environment
Plan and teach twice-weekly classes for each grade; K-5
Coordinate music in the Lower School events, assemblies and performances
Play piano, as well as other instruments
Have vocal proficiency
Guide extracurricular chorus program
Differentiate instructional resources/methods to meet students’ varying needs
Value and incorporate diverse perspectives in daily interactions and in the curriculum
Develop confidence and self-esteem in students
Create and foster cross-grade/divisional interactions
Collaborate with school counselor to establish and maintain social emotional learning and wellness for all students
Work closely with learning coordinator to support varying learning styles and needs in the classroom
Conscientiously complete other duties as assigned