Job Goal: Somerville Public Schools strives to create an inclusive and racially affirming environment that welcomes and values the diversity of our staff and students. We foster fairness, equity, and inclusion to create a workplace environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

We welcome and value different perspectives and experiences in our staff, recognizing the powerful impact that a diverse workforce has on all students. We are committed to supporting educators through a strong induction and mentorship program, educator-driven professional development, and opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

 
As a district, we are also committed to supporting the whole child by promoting a trusting, mutually respectful and inspiring culture that values the individuality of our students and the professionalism of the field.

 

Qualifications:

• Excellent musicianship and artistry as a teacher/performer
• Strong understanding of pedagogy
• Strong commitment to El Sistema’s philosophy of social change through music
• Experience working with children from diverse ethnic and economic backgrounds
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Self-motivated and willing to collaborate in a team-teaching environment
• At least 2 years of prior teaching experience preferred
• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree in Viola Performance or Music Education
• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred

 

Responsibilities:

• Develop and teach engaging group lessons that:
• Establish routines and encourage development of strong fundamental skills
• Incorporate a variety of strategies (movement, ear training, music reading, bowing/plucking) and activities (exercises, games, demonstration, listening, etc)
• Maintain excellent classroom management
• Adapt to the needs of students at various levels and with various learning styles
• Encourage peer teaching
• Collaborating closely with the Administration and faculty to achieve program-wide learning goals
• Maintaining a positive and nurturing classroom environment
• Setting and maintaining high standards for student behavior and music learning
• Enforcing program rules and policies

 

Terms of Employment:

• Part Time
• Up to 18.75 per week
• Schedule school year (September - June)
• Monday thru Friday
• 2:00pm - 5:45pm

 

Reports to: Director of El Sistema - Somerville

 
The Somerville Public School does not discriminate in its programs, facilities or employment of educational opportunities on the bases of race, color, age, religion, disability, preganancy, home status, martital/civil union status, sex/gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, citizenship status, place of birth, national origin, ancestry, cultural identity, genetics or military status, and does not tolerate any form of retaliation, or bias-based intimidation, threat or harassment that demeans individuals' group or interferes with their ability to learn or work.