St. Mary Academy-Bay View is seeking a part-time Orchestra teacher beginning in the 2024-2025 school year. This position is responsible for teaching courses across grades 4 through 12. This position will also coordinate concerts and opportunities for students to showcase their progress and accomplishments within and outside of the Academy. There is the possibility of teaching private or small group music lessons to students after school. Candidates must be committed to an all-girls education and Mercy values. 

Responsibilities: 

• Preparing & Teaching: 

o Beginner stringed instruments classes for grades 4 and 5 

o Beginner Orchestra Ensemble for Middle School students (Grades 6-8) o Intermediate and Advanced Orchestra Ensemble for Upper School students (Grades 9-12) 

o Encourage and facilitate participation in RI Music Education Association (RIMEA) All-State and Solo and Ensemble through assistance with preparation of audition material and membership 

o Create and facilitate after school club for Orchestra to accommodate students unable to participate during school hours 

• Collaborating with the department chair and other department members to collaborate on performances and integrated projects; 
• Promoting and coordinating Bay View’s orchestra and string quartet; 
• Integrating practice, refinement of skills, sharing and interpretation of music into the learning environment. 
• Employing high-quality instruction using evidence-based practices to support all learners 
• Utilizing instructional and recordkeeping strategies and/or other appropriate technology. 
• Creating instructional programming that promotes the academic, social-emotional, and spiritual growth of students in an all-girls school. 

? Being flexible, open-minded, and a self-driven collaborative team member

Qualifications for this position are: 

• BA/BS degree in Music Performance or Music Education, Masters degree preferred
• Member of the RI Music Educators Association 
• Demonstrated experience in teaching instrumental music and proficiency with orchestral instruments 
• Knowledge of classical and contemporary music in orchestral and ensemble setting ? High energy level, creative and forward-thinking 
• Strong work ethic and a caring temperament. 
• Understands and appreciates the developmental range of the age group
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills 
• Collaborative skills, including the ability to work with colleagues and parents
• A sense of humor, warmth, and a love of working with children and their families.

TO APPLY 

• Go to https://www.bayviewacademy.org/about-bayview/employment-opportunities and download the “Teaching Application.” 
• Application, cover letter, and resume should be submitted via email to employment@bayviewacademy.org. 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER : St. Mary Academy - Bay View commits itself to maintaining a welcoming environment for all people and extends its welcome in particular to those who may be vulnerable to discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, age, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, military status or other legally protected status.

About St. Mary Academy Bay View

St. Mary Academy - Bay View is an independent, Catholic school serving a diverse population of girls from pre-school through grade twelve. In the tradition of the Sisters of Mercy, we foster academic excellence in an innovative and creative learning environment. We are committed to empowering each student to be a confident, independent, compassionate and socially conscious young woman who fully lives her faith.

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