Teacher of Music

Teacher of Music Full-Time

ST. AUGUSTINE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Office of Academics 

Job Posting for the 2023-2024 Academic Year

Title: Teacher of Music

Full-Time High School Teaching Position

Requirements/Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree in specific subject area or closely related field required
• A Master’s degree in the subject area or closely related field desirable
• NJ Teacher Certification and/or prior secondary school teaching experience desirable
• Teach techniques of vocal and/or instrumental music expression
• Discover and develop talents of pupils in the field of music
• Develop knowledge and skills in listening to and reading music
• Possess desire to celebrate the musical and artistic achievements of students and promote the Fine Arts of St. Augustine Prep in our school and local communities
• Demonstrates solid understanding of strategies to teach, assess, and promote the subject of Music
• Possesses interest in and ability to provide effective instruction of artistic skills
• Understand the adolescent learner
• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds
• Display the highest level of ethical and professional behavior and standards

Functions of the Job: 

• Understand the mission of the school and promote the Augustinian values of VERITAS (Truth), UNITAS (Unity), and CARITAS (Love)
• Support the school’s Diversity, Equity Inclusion, and Belonging Initiative
• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
• Develop units, lesson plans, and assessments that are in accordance with established procedures
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Incorporate a variety of strategies to teach, assess, and promote effective science skills, critical thinking/analysis
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
• Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work
• Observe, encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use the information to adjust teaching strategies
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
• Participate in department, division, school, and parent meetings
• Demonstrate effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs
• Interact with students in an extracurricular capacity such as coach/club moderator
• Be flexible and energetic

Please electronically submit the following to Mrs. Elizabeth Davis, Human Resources Director at (davis.elizabeth@hermits.com):

• A cover letter indicating interest and detailing qualifications for the position
• A brief personal statement  articulating a vision for the position
• A current resume