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High School Orchestra Director
Ithaca City School District - Ithaca, NY
posted 7 days ago
About the position
The Ithaca City School District is seeking a qualified candidate for a Music K-12 Teaching position. This role requires a commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse educational environment, particularly in the context of music education. The district emphasizes the importance of effectively educating students from various backgrounds and identities, ensuring success for every student. Candidates are expected to provide a writing sample that reflects their teaching strategies and experiences in this area, as well as their vision for using digital technology in instruction. The district is a 1:1 environment for grades 3-12, and candidates should demonstrate their ability to stay current with students' digital needs.
Responsibilities
- Engage students with meaningful orchestral repertoire that affirms diverse student identities and cultures.
- Foster joy, confidence, student leadership, and community within the school setting through orchestra.
- Organize and plan for concerts, events, festivals, and trips.
- Manage, maintain, and issue the district instrument inventory using the school district's inventory and purchasing systems.
- Utilize the learning management system for orchestra courses and communicate effectively with caregivers and students.
Requirements
- Possess New York State Music K-12 Teaching Certification.
- Demonstrate a basic awareness of the district's commitment to eliminating race, class, and disability as predictors of academic performance.
Nice-to-haves
- Reflective educator with an antiracist and culturally responsive approach to curriculum and pedagogy.
- Desire for self-reflection and openness to feedback.
- Ability to collaborate with department professional learning communities to further the district's mission and goals.
- Proven ability to interact effectively with students and families from diverse cultures.
