Position Overview:The Public Schools of Brookline is seeking music teachers for after school private instrument lessons for our Music Extension program. We are looking for specialists of any of the following instruments:
- clarinet
- flute
- saxophone
- trumpet
- trombone
- percussion
- violin
- viola
- cello
- uprght bass
We are seeking qualified and dynamic teachers interested in teaching on one or multiple days of the week. Lessons generally run between 2:45pm and 6:15pm, Monday through Thursday, and between 2pm and 6pm on Fridays, though could be for a shorter timeframe on a given day. In your cover letter, please include all instruments you can teach and to what level. Students are generally in grades 5 through 8, with some older or younger, and at beginning to intermediate level, though we do have some more advanced students. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Teaching instrument technique and skills to support students in learning an instrument and to support their work in their school-day Band or Orchestra classes.
- Interacting with and understanding students in ways that create a climate of respect, support, and high expectations.
Preferred Qualifications:
- College and/or Advanced Degree in content area.
- The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community.
The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.