Lower School/Elementary Music Teacher

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Chicago, Illinois, United States Morgan Park Academy Full time

Morgan Park Academy is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and innovative music teacher to join our Lower School faculty for the academic year. MPA's mission is to engage the whole child, inspire independent learners, and prepare the global leader of tomorrow to make a positive difference in the world. Rooted in the Whole Child philosophy and guided by Responsive Classroom principles, our teachers create a warm and nurturing student-centered environment where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Mutual respect exists between teachers and students, and our teachers view parents as partners.

Strong applicants will have demonstrated the ability to implement a music curriculum for students of all abilities while providing activities that promote personal expression and growth as well as an appreciation for global music history. Candidates should have a strong understanding of effective musical techniques and practices, including experience providing instruction in music theory, instrumental performance, ensemble playing, music composition, and music technology. Candidates should demonstrate the ability to provide authentic, differentiated musical instruction and classroom management while working closely with students to nurture their musical talents and foster a positive sense of self-expression. This position will report directly to the Lower School Principal.

Ideally, applicants should have experience as a music teacher working with elementary-age children. Ability and interest in collaboration is a must. Additional qualifications include excellent communication and organizational skills, flexibility, intelligence, sense of humor, and a demonstrated love for working with young children and their families.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Music and/or elementary education from a four-year accredited institution and teaching experience. We are seeking candidates who are passionate about their desire to teach, lead by example and modeling, eager to embrace and advance the school's mission, and able to contribute to a teaching partnership and to the direction of the school.

– In addition to a competitive salary, we offer health, dental, vision and retirement plan options.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Due to the volume of applications that we receive, no phone calls please.


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