Part-Time Lower School Music Teacher

Part-Time Lower School Music Teacher

August 5, 2024 - June 11, 2025

The Contra Costa Jewish Day School (CCJDS) is a K-8 independent school with 180 students, accredited by the California Association of Independent Schools and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

We are seeking candidates for the 2024-2025 school year for a part-time music teacher for grade K-5. This is a 20% position (8 hours per week). Our music program includes a wide variety of opportunities for students, including but not limited to: singing, instrumental instruction (percussion, xylophones, ukulele, recorder), dance, and music theory. CCJDS offers small class sizes, teaching assistants, a supportive environment, true dedication to professional growth, and an innovative approach to learning. We seek outstanding candidates of all backgrounds.

Desired Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree

Teaching experience

A passion for working with students with a range of abilities, learning styles, and multiple intelligences

Experience teaching a differentiated, student-centered curriculum

Experience creating a nurturing, mutually respectful environment both in the classroom and with colleagues and administrators

Effective classroom management skills

Experience and training with the Orff Method (or a willingness to learn)

Benefits & Compensation:

1. Compensation: $13,500-$20,000, commensurate with experience

2. Generous Professional Growth Budget

The Contra Costa Jewish Day School welcomes qualified applicants with a variety of talents, interests, backgrounds and perspectives. CCJDS does not discriminate based on race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or physical disability in the admission of students or the employment of staff, nor does it tolerate sexual harassment.

For more school info visit: https://www.ccjds.org

Please submit a cover letter and resume to:

Andrea Hess

Dean of Faculty, Curriculum and Instruction