University of Chicago

University of Chicago

Laboratory Schools: Music Teacher, High School

Chicago, IL, USA · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$167kDetected 11 hours ago
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About the role

  • Music teachers report to their respective Principals, as well as the Music Department Chair.
  • Music teachers are responsible for the planning, implementation, and delivery of a dynamic and engaging music curriculum, as well as supervision of students both in and outside of the classroom.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement engaging, student-centered curriculum that fosters musical creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and artistic growth.
  • Monitor and report on the performance of students, recognize problems, and coordinate with administrators, other teachers, and parents to support student success.

Requirements

  • Ability to move class-related equipment/tools, as appropriate, around school property.
  • Ability to demonstrate lessons, when appropriate.
  • Ability to interact with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students, and parents required.
  • Knowledge of diversity and inclusion issues, and dynamics in the classroom and in developing healthy, supportive relationships with all students required.
  • Strong knowledge of course subject matter required.
  • Knowledge of instructional methodologies required.
  • Strong knowledge of child development is required.
  • Ability to develop curricula, lesson plans, and assessment tools required.
  • Analytical skills required.
  • Problem-solving skills required.

Nice to have

  • Experience teaching middle and/or high school music students preferred.
  • Experience teaching general music preferred.
  • Band teaching experience preferred.
  • Experience with music technology and digital music production preferred.
  • Experience with one or more digital audio workstations (DAWs) preferred.

Skills

  • Lab School High School Faculty
  • About the Department
  • At the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, students in Nursery through Grade 12 experience a world-class educational journey.
  • Academic rigor, experiential learning, and intellectual discourse are hallmarks of a Lab education.
  • Lab educators are recognized for excellence in teaching and pride themselves on innovation in the classroom.
  • Families who choose Lab care deeply about curiosity, inquiry, and creativity.
  • No less than scholarship, Lab's mission prioritizes honoring diversity and exhibiting kindness.
  • Today, 53-59 percent of Lab's student body are students of color.
  • Families report speaking nearly 40 different languages in their homes.
  • Approximately 60 percent of Lab families are also affiliated with the University of Chicago.
  • Half of our families live in Hyde Park, and the rest come from across Chicago, the suburbs, and northwestern Indiana.
  • Lab seeks the finest employees to join our vibrant learning community.

Compensation

  • $74,968 - $166,645
  • $74,968.00 - $166,645.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
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Benefits

  • Students participate in concerts, festivals, exhibitions, and other public performances that celebrate their learning.
  • Music Department members are expected to actively pursue professional development in music pedagogy, instructional technology, and emerging practices to provide students with a learning experience of the highest quality.
  • Ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances and be flexible in work with students required.
  • Benefit Eligibility ​
  • Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
  • Health Screen Required

Equal opportunity

  • Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

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