Uncommon Schools seeks an accomplished, passionate Middle School Music (instrumental, band) Teacher to join our faculty. The position represents an exciting opportunity to join a growing program that is dedicated to developing excellence in musical talent throughout the K-12 education of our scholars. Our music pedagogy approach is grounded in balancing direct literacy and ensemble skills through ensemble-based learning on a variety of instruments (woodwinds, brass, percussion). Our music program includes building foundational literacy and performance skills on an instrument while exposing students to various music repertoires, styles, genres, and cultures through performance repertoire. The band teacher introduces the instruments to new band students while developing older students who have been a part of the program in classroom ensemble settings. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIESImplement network band program vision by leading high-quality instrumental instruction for middle school musicians that meet music-specific academic standards;Teach all music-based content including wind ensemble instrumental pedagogy (rhythm, wind, and brass), music literacy and sight-reading on instruments, and ensemble performance repertoire.Direct afterschool band with 5+ types of instrumentation;Develop music literacy lesson components related to teaching rhythm and pitch notation, improvisation and composition;High-level collaboration with Principal and Director of Operations to create and plan for multiple performances throughout the school yearDesign and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards;Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices;Support school instructional and cultural needs including but not limited to academic teaching coverage, test proctoring, daily systems duties, additional supportive dutiesParticipate in collaborative curriculum development, department activities, and school-wide functions;Develops strong classroom management skills congruent with Uncommon Schools system of management;Be accountable for students’ mastery of musical standards;Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues; andParticipate in an annual three-week staff orientation and training. 
