Ambleside Music Teacher - Part-Time

Overview:

Are you an educator looking for a unique opportunity? Ambleside Colorado is committed to offering a living education centered on Christ. Curious about what this means? At Ambleside, we believe that the best way to help families flourish is to implement the method and philosophy of Charlotte Mason in the classroom.  Thus, Ambleside teachers willingly train in and submit to Charlotte Mason’s educational philosophy and become her students. They eagerly seek to increase their knowledge and expertise by reading, discussing, practicing, and attending educational training to become better teachers and excel in their vocation. What sets us apart? Every child is viewed as a complete person, created by God with a desire to learn. You will engage each child with a relational method, rich curriculum, and the gentle formation of academic, moral and interpersonal habits. Ambleside School seeks a part-time Music Teacher passionate about a living education centered on Christ. This role involves fostering a positive atmosphere, applying Ambleside methods, and engaging students in choral and vocal lessons.

Responsibilities:

• Foster a sense of belonging within the school community.
• Give and receive correction with humility.
• Maintain a warm, inviting, clutter-free classroom.
• Cultivate habit formation through upholding good order and high regard for persons.
• Implement a clear growth strategy for students with significant weaknesses
• Engage students in choral and vocal lessons.
• Provide opportunities for student response and address comprehension issues.
• Use the Kodaly method and uphold ASI standards for student work.
• Introduce a variety of music genres and styles.
• Meet with parents to discuss student progress.

Qualifications:

• Music education experience, especially with choral and vocal instruction.
• Alignment with Ambleside's values and commitment to a living education centered on Christ.
• Strong communication and relational skills.
• Flexibility and adaptability

Note: This position is part-time, requiring a commitment of 2 days a week.