Brilla New Jersey Charter School, Inc is hiring: Music Teacher in Paterson

Position Description: Music TeacherOur school is a free and public charter school that currently serves more than 200 students in Paterson, NJ. Our school combines a Classical approach to education an emphasis on an ennobling and content-rich curriculum, inductive inquiry-driven instruction, and virtue formation that fosters an encounter with Truth, Beauty, and Goodness with whole group & small group instruction as well as individualized instructional support for our students. We approach the formation of our students holistically and maintain high academic expectations. Ours is a joyful community that honors the dignity of each student, our staff members, and the families we serve.Position OverviewThe primary responsibility of a fine and applied arts teacher is to cultivate and lead a learning environment where every child feels safe and confident to strive for and meet the schools ambitious targets. The fine and applied arts teacher combines a deep mastery of and love for their art form with the ability to actively engage all students across grades with classical content. This position requires a positive, flexible, solutions-oriented, organized, and innovative educator who aims to bring a world-class music program to students in our school. Our teachers must have a deep passion for student-engaged learning, a desire to accept, implement, and seek feedback, and a proven ability to manage multiple concurrent tasks and responsibilities while inspiring outstanding achievement in children in a fun and collaborative work environment. Core Competencies & ResponsibilitiesHolistic Development of Scholars: Foster an inviting, growth-oriented classroom environment for Academic and Character formation, supporting holistic student growthCurriculum and Instruction: Implement a classically-inspired, inquiry-based, rigorous curriculum aligned with national and state standards, inspiring curiosity, depth of insight, and lifelong learning readiness. Implement innovative teaching strategies that resonate with diverse learnersPromotion of Critical Thinking: Cultivate higher-order thinking skills in students, enhancing their abilities to analyze, create, synthesize, and evaluateData-Driven Instruction: Utilize assessment data to strengthen student achievement through targeted interventions and personalized instructionRelationship Building for Success: Develop strong student and family connections, fostering a passion for learning and exceptional academic successCollaborative Engagement & Continuous Improvement: Foster productive relationships with colleagues, parents, and the community while engaging in ongoing collaborative professional development, reflecting on student achievement, and efficiently managing time for impactful teaching and learningPerform other duties as assignedQualifications & CertificationsBachelors Degree or higher from an accredited institution, preferably within the content area (required)Possession of current NJ Music teaching certification (required)Experience with a demonstrated proficiency in leading students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds preferredA relentless dedication to providing all students with an academically robust, inspiring, and joyful learning experienceAn unwavering, confident, and enthusiastic commitment to the educational mission of the school in service to the school communityExcellent spoken and written communication skillsOur school provides equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. $68,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annually