Music Teacher, Elementary (K-4)

Reach Academy

115 Ash Street

Buffalo , NY 14204

Certified - Teaching - Music Teacher {MUS}

Job Number 3300050224

Start Date

Open Date 12/02/2024

Closing Date 12/20/2024

Required Knowledge and Skills for Open Positions at REACH

• Fluent in reading, writing and speaking in English;

• Excellent verbal and written skills, as well as outstanding interpersonal skills;

• Ability to work well with students and colleagues; willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of REACH community;

• Commitment to equity and inclusion;

• Willingness to adapt to an existing curriculum as well as contribute ideas to enhance the respective academic programs;

• Ability to be flexible, open and willing to implement new ideas in the classroom;

• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities, projects and task;

• Commitment to work and contribute to a team;

• Seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems;

• Excellent attendance and punctuality;

• A clear understanding of and appreciation for the goals and criteria of REACH Academy Charter School;

• Have a passion for Urban Education;

• Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards;

• Knowledge of Music Standards in New York State;

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

 Teach scholars the fundamental principles of music and musicianship skills, such as music theory and basic notation;

 Help scholars learn these principles, they may teach children how to sing or play easily-accessible instruments, such as

drums, recorders or ukuleles;

 Grow the music program using creative, interactive, and engaging teaching methods;

 Ensure the safety and well-being of all students in the school;

 Remain current on contemporary and traditional trends in vocal and music education;

 Develop course curricula aligned to learning standards, create lesson plans with defined learning objectives, teach classes, and

provide support to students in and out of class;

 Maintain documentation for all students, including information related to grading, behavior, attendance, etc;

 Instruct individuals or groups in instrumental music and foster music appreciation;

 Direct school musicals or ensembles for public performance;

 Help develop educational programs and collaborate with other teachers;

 Communicate proactively with admin, deans, colleagues, and parents as necessary concerning student engagement and

performance;

 Recognize musical talent in their students in order to encourage them to undertake further musical studies, such as joining a

school orchestra or band;

 Maintain active communications with parents and guardians;

 Supervise after-school activities while ensuring student safety at all times, giving directions appropriate to the activity, and

modeling good behavior and citizenship;

 Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School.

At REACH Academy Charter School we offer some great benefits and perks!

Our school days runs for 6:50AM - 2:30PM (one day a week until 4:30 for planning)

REACH is a family like atmosphere - we like to celebrate events together and often surprise our staff with lunches or tokens of our appreciation.

We have a very competitive salary scale that pays higher than most local districts. Our starting salary for a 1st year teacher with no prior experience is between $45,000 and $47,000 and it goes up from there aligned with years of prior experience.

REACH pays 80% of health, dental and vision coverage. The Employee pays 20%

REACH offers and pays 100% of Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage

REACH participates in the NYS Teachers Retirement System

REACH offer Paid Family Leave Benefits

REACH pays for all student and teacher supplies throughout the school year

REACH offers 403B Plans

Please make sure to complete an application by clickinghere (https://wnyric.atenterprise.powerschool.com/ats/app_login?COMPANY_ID=00005387) for this job posting.

Job Attachment View Attachment

Salary: From 40000.00

Salary: To 65830.00

Salary Competitive Y

Position Status Full time

Start Date 01/02/2025

Required Certification Type Music {6150}

Contact Person's Name Amie Caster

Contact Person's Title Director of Operations

Contact Person's Phone 716-248-1485

Contact Person's Email acaster@reachacademycharter.org