Early Childhood Music Specialist

Barrow Street Nursery School

Date Posted: 01/24/2024

Location: New York, New York

Salary/Wage: $30,000 - $50,000 a year

Job Type: Part-time

Work Arrangement: Onsite

Description:

Students are between the ages of 18 months and 5 years old at the start of the school year in September. The Music Specialist maintains a 2 or 3 day per week schedule, teaching 20 to 30 minute music classes for all students.

Teachers at Barrow Street are practitioners of progressive education within the context of a social studies based program and a mission driven school derived from a Reggio Emilia and Bank Street pedagogy.

Responsibilities:

The Music Specialist is responsible for:

Creating and implementing a developmentally appropriate music curriculum
Creating clear routines and structures to manage music classes; Responding and adapting to the varied needs of students in an emotionally responsive way
Maintaining regular communication with administrators and classroom teachers about curriculum and the progress of classroom groups and individuals
Meeting with colleagues and administrators to plan, discuss students and supports, reflect on teaching practices, and give/receive feedback
Actively observing and documenting student learning experiences through occasional written portfolio pieces and contributing to student narrative reports mid-year
Engaging in ongoing professional growth, cultural competency, and self-reflective practice

Qualifications:

Qualifications sought

We seek a talented music teacher who can inspire students, be inspired by our mission, and create a music program that encourages and promotes self-expression and social growth as well as a love for music. Cultural competence, willingness and ability to work collaboratively, and excellent communication skills are essential.

Successful Barrow teachers are reflective about their practice and avail themselves of professional development and leadership opportunities.

Demonstrated experience in teaching early childhood music required
Bachelor’s degree, Master’s degree, or equivalent experience preferred
Extensive training and experience in a music-based modality, like playing an instrument, singing, or similar
Must demonstrate an understanding of basic music concepts and be able to communicate those concepts in a developmentally appropriate manner with toddlers and preschoolers
Working history demonstrating flexibility, creativity, initiative and collaboration
Demonstrated history of being a lifelong learner who continues their own growth through professional development

To Apply:

Send a resume and cover letter to Stephanie Roer, Director of Students and Operational Initiatives, sroer@barrowstreetnursery.org
Include a documentation or writing sample (if available)
In the body of your email, please indicate where you found this listing

Compensation

$30,000 - $50,000 annual salary, commensurate with experience and weekly schedule.
Additional salary can be earned by working our summer program (9:00 - 1:00 for 3 weeks in June and 3 weeks in July) if interested (not mandatory)
Barrow Street also has a strong emphasis on professional development endeavors for teachers and allocates generous funds for conferences, graduate level classes, skills training, and travel experiences that support personal and professional growth.

For further information about Barrow Street’s history, mission and program, please visit and read our website at www.barrowstreetnurseryschool.org.

Minimum Education Level: Highschool Graduate or GED

Preferred Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

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