Katherine Delmar Burke School

In addition to teaching music, responsibilities include advising a group of students to support social-emotional learning and strong learning habits.. Leading remaining Upper School choral program and performances. Accompanying advisees on outdoor education trips, both day and overnight. Support Upper School Division Director in preparations for end-of-year traditions such as Commencement. social-emotional learning practices in class and advisory

long term substitute

0.8 - 1.0 FTE based on ability to meet job responsibilities Start date: Upon Hire through 23-24 School Year Position Description This position is available immediately with the prospect of converting to regular faculty in August 2024. Burke’s seeks a dynamic educator to teach Upper School Music as a long-term sub who can bring to life the mission of the school while working with students to further develop their musical abilities and appreciation of the vital role music plays in their lives. Fifth and sixth grade music classes build on the Lower School program of using sound, movement, and improvisation in the study of music. In seventh and eighth grades, elective offerings can vary in creative ways based on student interests and instructor skill sets. Additionally, the eighth-grade year culminates in a class-wide production of a musical that involves the whole Upper School Arts team. The ideal candidate enjoys working collaboratively as part of a team, thinks creatively about curriculum and possibilities for innovation, and enjoys working with middle school-aged children. In addition to teaching music, responsibilities include advising a group of students to support social-emotional learning and strong learning habits. Job Responsibilities include: <ul><li>Teaching Upper School Music (Grades 5-8) & Advisory; this includes:</li><ul><li>Reporting on student progress for the Spring Trimester using checklist/narrative report cards </li><li>Leading remaining Upper School choral program and performances</li><li>Planning and supervising field trips relevant to curriculum</li><li>Accompanying advisees on outdoor education trips, both day and overnight</li></ul><li>Communication: </li><ul><li>Effective communication with colleagues in support of a collegial and collaborative professional community</li><li>Timely and supportive communication with students, parents, and caregivers to foster a strong partnership with families</li></ul><li>Collaboration:</li><ul><li>Participate in regular team meetings including advising team as well as attending weekly faculty meetings and professional development days</li><li>Support Upper School Division Director in preparations for end-of-year traditions such as Commencement</li></ul><li>Supervisory duties as needed </li></ul>Requirements Qualifications & Skills Below are the personal and professional qualities that we believe are important for the success of the person in this role. Unless specifically noted as a prerequisite for the role, these qualifications and skills are preferred. We know many candidates bring a full complement of experience, skills, and ideas, even if they don’t check every box of a job description. If you meet many of our criteria, please don’t hesitate to apply. Every application gets serious consideration, including those with skill sets that we may not have included here. We welcome all applicants who will bring a unique perspective and personal characteristics to our amazing team. <ul><li>Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent, in a related field</li><li>Experience teaching, preferably at middle-school level</li><li>Demonstrated confidence in:</li><ul><li>differentiation of instruction</li><li>cultural competency</li><li>innovative use of technology in instruction</li><li>Understanding by Design approach to curriculum design (preferred)</li></ul><li>Commitment to: </li><ul><li>social-emotional learning practices in class and advisory</li><li>equitable and anti-racist teaching practices</li><li>integrating service learning into classroom projects</li><li>modeling lifelong learning and professional growth by engaging with professional development opportunities</li></ul><li>Understanding of, and appreciation for: </li><ul><li>the social-emotional development of adolescent girls</li><li>providing opportunities for learning through play by inviting creativity, imagination, curiosity, and tinkering into the classroom</li></ul><li>Flexible </li><li>Creative</li><li>Collaborative</li><li>Possessing a growth mindset and openness to feedback </li></ul>Burke’s does not sponsor employment visas. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. Benefits Burke’s does not sponsor employment visas. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment. Compensation Burke’s offers competitive compensation with a salary range of $70,000 - $145,000 based on years of experience plus advanced degree stipends. Salary prorated based on percent FTE and portion of school year remaining. Comprehensive benefits are provided including retirement plan contribution for eligible employees. More information about the school can be found on the website at www.burkes.org. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Burke’s is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. School policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), genetic information, physical or mental disability, medical condition, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, military or veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.

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