Position Overview
Northwest Ohio Classical Academy (NOCA) seeks a part-time General Music Teacher. The applicant should be prepared to guide students to enjoy, appreciate, and interpret music in their daily life, and should be comfortable exposing students to various genres of beautiful music, developing their knowledge and ability in performance, and teaching music theory.
In addition to demonstrating high moral character and mastery of the subjects they teach, the applicant will work collaboratively to create a working and learning environment for all students that is safe, secure, and respectful. NOCA teachers should understand their content area and the classical education model, and prioritize wonder and joy in the creation and delivery of all their lessons. Students are not the passive recipients of knowledge, but active participants in the discussion. This disciplined and orderly environment facilitates attention, focus, and engagement. The teacher is responsible for leading the class and encouraging students to inquire, discover, and reflect, and will model the skills of a lifelong learner in continuing education and collaboration with NOCA's greater educational team.
Responsibilities
- Guide students to enjoy, appreciate, and perform music through a variety of activities and experiences — singing, moving to music, playing classroom instruments, and listening — covering music theory, music history, instrument identification, creativity, aural skills, and musical expression
- Model the mission, philosophy, and virtues of the school: courage, moderation, justice, responsibility, friendship, prudence, and wisdom
- Develop the intellect and character of every student
- Promote and participate in a liberal arts and civic education
- Provide a safe and joyous environment for learning
- Adhere to all NOCA policies
- Encourage and assist students to acquire skills in music through a series of sequential experiences
- Encourage and promote the coordination of music with other subject areas in the curriculum
- Determine the materials to be used in instruction and the best methods for their presentation
- Plan, prepare, and present annual programs for the school
- Evaluate student performance in music
- Inventory, organize, order, and care for music materials and equipment
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- Previous experience in classical education is preferred, but not required
- Vocal and piano skills
- Orff, Dalcroze, or Kodály experience preferred, but not required
- Commitment to model moral character in line with the school's core virtues and the pursuit of the Good, True, and Beautiful
- Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
- Demonstrated ability to engage the interest and wonder of school-age children
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively as a team member
- A commitment to continued personal and professional growth, and to model wonder, curiosity, and a passion for lifelong learning