Performing Arts Faculty Music Instructor - Woodwinds Specialist

About Saint Andrew’s School:

Saint Andrew's School is an independent, co-educational school for grades PK-12, Saint Andrew's is both a day school and a boarding school, educating students from across the United States and throughout the world. As a college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Saint Andrew's welcomes students of all faiths, customs, cultures, and beliefs. "Honor Above All," academic excellence and education in Mind, Body, and Spirit reflect Saint Andrew's experience. We are committed to educating the "whole child" while instilling a dedication to lifelong learning. 

Saint Andrew’s School seeks employees who are committed to our mission to provide educational excellence in an inclusive community, fostering lifelong learning and nurturing each individual in mind, body, and spirit in the Episcopal tradition. 

Position Summary:
This individual serves as Band faculty, fulfilling all duties for Lower, Middle, and Upper School Band classes, supporting the Band Directors and teaching Woodwinds sectionals. This position also supervises Performing Arts students at evening concerts, chapels, assemblies, and special school events. This position is required to participate in the annual Lower School Performing Arts Explorations and in the Upper and Middle School Music Performance Assessments. This position also has the potential to be configured to include band leadership responsibilities. This position may include vocal teaching responsibilities depending on the candidate’s experience and departmental needs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide sectional instruction for all LS, MS, and US Woodwinds students, including those in Grade 4 Band, Grade 5 Band, Middle School Beginning Band, Concert Band, Advanced Band, and Upper School Symphonic Band.
• Collaborate with the Band Directors and colleagues to develop and implement the curriculum, including repertoire selection.
• Support Band students at all co-curricular events, as directed by the Director of Performing Arts. These may include concerts on or off campus, Music Performance Assessments, Band Trips, or Band Festivals.
• Support Band students in school performances including but not limited to assembly performances, chapels, Admissions, or Advancement events.
• Participate in Tri-M Music Honor Society as a Co-Sponsor with the Band Directors.
• Provide support to the US Pep Band and Band Director(s) with regular attendance at rehearsals and performances. 
• Provide extra help to Band students.
• Regularly attend all Division, Department, Band, and Production meetings.
• Serve as an advisor.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Performing Arts.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; Master’s degree preferred 
• Outstanding teaching skills and at least three (3) years teaching Woodwinds/Band in an independent school or equivalent experience 
• A strong background in curriculum and instruction in discipline specific content
• Capacity to lead a full ensemble, preferred
• Possess a collegiality and willingness to collaborate with colleagues
• Ability to work effectively with people of diverse backgrounds and promote an inclusive school culture
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to a growth mindset and continuous professional development

Physical Demands:  Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, and for the majority of the work day. May be required to lift up to 25 pounds.

 Saint Andrew’s School is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, gender, race, religion, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or familial status, pregnancy, disability or handicap, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with the requirement of all federal, state, and local laws. 

Saint Andrew’s is a drug-free workplace. All employees must successfully maintain an acceptable Level II criminal background check.  Saint Andrew’s School may, in its discretion, modify or adjust the position to meet the school’s changing needs.