Classroom Teacher / Music

Job Description:

The Westport Public Schools is seeking a dynamic, child-centered Elementary Strings Music Teacher to be a part of our nationally-recognized music program.

Qualifications:

• Successful teaching experience in a high performing, nationally-recognized public school music program;

• Demonstrates capacity to communicate with all stakeholders including colleagues, parents, school administration and the community-at-large;

• Ability to nurture culture of inclusion and passion in music for all students;

• Knowledge of Best Practices and string methodologies;

• Experience with Grades 4-5 Orchestra; and

• CT Certification (049) required.

Salary: According to the Teachers' contract (2022-2025)

(see website www.westportps.org/employment - personnel contracts)

Starting Date: August 22, 2024

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Application Procedures:

Internal applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 1910 (Please be sure to select internal applicant. This signifies one's current status as a Westport employee.)

External applicants must submit an online application through the Westport Public Schools website. Job # 1910 (Paper copies will not be accepted.)

The Westport Board of Education (the "Board") will not make employment decisions (including decisions related to hiring, assignment, compensation, promotion, demotion, disciplinary action and termination) on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, alienage, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other basis prohibited by state or federal law ("Protected Class"), except in the case of a bona fide occupational qualification.