2025-2026 Performing Arts Teacher (Orchestra & Music Tech) - Alexander Dawson School

2025-2026 School Year 

Job Title: Performing Arts Teacher (Orchestra & Music Technology)

Reports To: Chief Academic Officer 

...Qualifications, Education & Experience:

Minimum of three years of teaching experience with a proven record of successful orchestra instruction

An actively practicing musician with significant conducting experience, effective rehearsal skills, and proven competency to teach violin, viola, cello, and bass 

Ability to select and arrange age-appropriate and globally competent repertoire tailored to match each ensemble’s unique skill set

Candidates must have experience and enjoy working with middle-grade learners and value collaboration with section coaches and department colleagues

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Bachelor’s degree in music education or a related field required; master’s degree preferred

Technology skills related to Google Suite applications, student information systems, and learning management systems (Canvas) 

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk; use hands to handle or feel items; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.