Peoria Academy

The music teacher will be an essential member of our faculty, delivering engaging lessons to Pre-K to 8 th grade students.. The music teacher works in close collaboration with other faculty and is responsible for delivering a strong program of instruction that is aligned with both the PYP and MYP. In addition to teaching duties, faculty are expected to participate in the life of an independent school, exhibit a growth mindset, actively seek to collaborate, integrate technology into instruction, understand child development, and serve as positive ambassadors for Peoria Academy and its students.. Under the general supervision of the Principal, the music teacher provides students in grades Pk-8 with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.. The music teacher works in close collaboration with other faculty and is responsible for delivering a strong program of instruction that is aligned with both PYP and MYP.. 5 th -8 th grade choral music and theory

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Music Teacher (Part Time) Part-Time Teaching Position Beginning August 2024 Peoria Academy (PA), an independent, coeducational, progressive PK-8 school founded in 2000 in Peoria Illinois.  PA is an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) World School.  We have adopted both the Primary Years Programme (PYP) in PK-5 and the Middle Years Programme (MYP) in grades 6-8.  The music teacher will be an essential member of our faculty, delivering engaging lessons to Pre-K to 8th grade students.  GENERAL JOB SUMMARY The music teacher works in close collaboration with other faculty and is responsible for delivering a strong program of instruction that is aligned with both the PYP and MYP. In addition to teaching duties, faculty are expected to participate in the life of an independent school, exhibit a growth mindset, actively seek to collaborate, integrate technology into instruction, understand child development, and serve as positive ambassadors for Peoria Academy and its students.  Under the general supervision of the Principal, the music teacher provides students in grades Pk-8 with appropriate learning activities and experiences designed to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, and social growth.  The music teacher works in close collaboration with other faculty and is responsible for delivering a strong program of instruction that is aligned with both PYP and MYP.  At Peoria Academy, the Music Teacher has two distinct roles. The roles are: <ul><li>﻿PK-4th grade general music</li><li>5th-8th grade choral music and theory</li></ul> QUALIFICATIONSThis position is a compelling career opportunity for a teacher who seeks professional growth and collaboration whileenjoying the beneﬁts of a strong community, small class sizes of engaged learners, and a supportive environment. We seek a team player with a love for children, excellent communication and collaborative skills, and a can-do attitude. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess many of the following qualiﬁcations: <ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree required; Master’s Degree preferred </li><li>Experience teaching in a PK- 8th setting</li><li>Knowledge of and experience with independent schools</li><li>IB experience is desirable</li><li>Understanding of child development;</li><li>Maturity, presence, and a sense of humor; and</li><li>A strong personal drive for excellence and dedication to life-long learning.</li></ul> TO APPY: Please email a cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position, a resume, and a list of three professional references to: Marissa Draney, Principal, mdraney@peoriaacademy.org.

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