Primary Music & Drama Teacher

BASIS Independent Brooklyn Upper is seeking qualified candidates for a Music and Drama Teacher starting this coming school year! 

What We're Looking For 

Music teachers lay a foundation for a life-long love of, and appreciation for, music by introducing basic melodic and rhythmic concepts, instrument types and families, vocal posture and breathing, and numerous other topics and skills. 

Primary Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Prepare subject specific lessons in Music and Drama for students in grades 3 and 4. 

• Collaborate with other Fine Arts teachers for school produced shows and events. 

• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade standard, in an interactive learning environment and delivering exceptional results for all students. 

• Implement BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students’ education is at an internationally competitive level. 

• Collaborate with other BASIS Independent teachers to create interdisciplinary lessons and incorporate music as a part of other areas of knowledge. 

• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students’ academic and career success. 

• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect and individuality in all students.  

Essential Teacher Qualifications 

• Has deep knowledge of subject taught 

• Able to differentiate instruction 

• Able to create positive classroom community and build relationships with students 

• Able to engage students in rigorous content and well-planned, well-paced lessons 

• Skilled in classroom management (high warm and high firm) 

• Has excitement, joy and passion for teaching kids and personal development/learning 

• Has strong verbal and written communication skills with kids, employees, and parents 

• Open to feedback and continuous growth 

• Creative in instructional and classroom management strategies 

• Cooperative, collaborative, supportive, flexible 

• Well organized 

• Has a strong work ethic and “do whatever it takes” mind set 

Additional Qualifications 

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in the subject area.  Coursework or experience in education is not required, nor is certification. Candidates must have the ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card. 

Preferred Qualifications: Subject matter postgraduate work (Master's or Ph.D.) is preferred. Together with a high level of educational attainment, a successful applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence. Critically, an applicant must possess a high GPA in his/her major, excellent recommendations, experience working with children- not necessarily in the classroom- and be open to new ideas in teaching. 

Benefits 

BASIS Independent Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes: 

• Salary - Salary for this position is competitive and dependent on education and experience. 

• Career Growth - We believe our people deserve every opportunity to utilize and expand their knowledge and skills, and to share their passions. From our classrooms to central operations, our culture is one of continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement in our schools or across our network. 

• Retirement - Your future financial well-being is important to us. Eligible participants may receive a 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred. 

• Health Insurance - We want you to have the care you need. We offer three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as dental and vision insurance. 

• Flexible Spending - Because health, childcare, and travel expenses can add up, we offer an FSA that allows for pre-tax dollars to cover medical, dependent care, and transit. 

• Student Tuition Remission - You help us create a world-class program for our students. To show our appreciation, we offer your children significant tuition remission to attend our schools.