Overview
The Elementary School Music Teacher is responsible for educating children holistically, guiding them in the process of becoming learners who understand important ideas, grow important skills, and who are guided by principles and values. Integrating curriculum into a rich, relevant context for learning, the teacher will be an integral member of the music vertical team. Vertical teams work closely together and design interdisciplinary units that are a central component of the Elementary School’s learning program. The candidate must be passionate about their students’ learning and their own.
Role Requirements
* The successful candidate is required to have the following:
* Bachelor’s degree in Education (Master’s preferred) major in music preferred or minor in music/specific music credentials from an accredited university
* Valid teaching certificate/license from a country whose program is recognized by the Caymanian Government
* Minimum of two years of relevant successful music teaching experience in Elementary School at an accredited school or school system with a US-based or International Baccalaureate Programme
* Proven track record of professionalism and excellence at current and previous places of service
Specific experience and training with the following;
* Experience with educational programming or school with a US-based curricular focus
* Experience teaching a variety of musical instruments
* Prior experience with Standards-Based assessment practices
* Prior experience in Project-Based Learning or similar progressive pedagogy
* Prior experience with Positive Discipline, Responsive Classroom or similar classroom management approach to social-emotional learning
* Experience differentiating learning using a UDL approach
Desired Attributes
* Flexible, Adaptable, and Open-Minded
* Approachable and empathetic, with strong listening skills, and a sense of humor
* Dedicated and Energetic, with a strong presence in afterschool programming and school life.
* Displays a generosity of spirit and a commitment to personal, professional and organizational growth
* Effective communicator with students, families, and colleagues.
* Embodies and models the CIS Community Principles in daily interactions