Durham, North Carolina
Durham, North Carolina
Posted: 05-May-26
Location: Hickory, North Carolina
Type: Part Time
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JOB DESCRIPTION: Part-time performing-arts and music instructor
JOB SUMMARY: The Hickory Day School performing-arts and music instructor works with all members of the school community to develop co-curricular instruction that supports and reinforces the curriculum of the school. The performing-arts/music instructor reports to the Head of School and works collaboratively with all members of the faculty and staff.
JOB START DATE: August, 2026
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
- An undergraduate degree in performing arts, music, and/or related arts is highly desirable as is North Carolina teacher certification.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the school community.
- Love of children and education along with the ability to deal with children from ages 5 to 11 in a caring, compassionate, and supportive manner.
- Willingness to support the beliefs and practices of the International Baccalaureate Organization and to receive training in its principles for kindergarten through 5th
- A commitment to ongoing professional development in the fields of both education and performing arts/music.
- Creation of meaningful and challenging lessons that reinforce classroom curricula and challenge students to expand their horizons and global perspectives.
- Ancillary duties including, but not limited to, participation in faculty/staff meetings, teacher work days, school events, student assessment, weekly classroom communications, and student supervision.
- Professional demeanor and decorum required at all times.
- Other duties as assigned.
DESIRABLE KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:
- Previous experience in a school setting.
- North Carolina (or other state) teacher licensure.
SALARY: Dependent on qualifications and experience; any job offer is contingent upon a clean background check.
For further information or to apply for the position, please send a current resume along with a cover letter to:
David Blake
Head of School, Hickory Day School
(828) 256-9492
dblake@hickoryday.org
