Middle School MUSIC TEACHER

Opportunity starting August 2025. Alta Vista Middle School is seeking a dynamic Music Teacher to lead the middle school music program.

Salary Range: $76,000 - $112,000

If interested, send a cover letter and resume to Head of Middle School, Liz Davis at liz.davis@altavistaschool.org

The Position: Middle School Music Teacher

• Design and teach instrumental music classes to middle school students
• Support the production of the Middle School Spring Musical
• Serve as an advisor to a group of middle school students
• Lead an after-school club one day a week
• Plan, and organize weekly Community Meetings
• Participate in field trips and an annual grade-level trip.
• Design and maintain a vibrant classroom environment
• Work cooperatively and collegially with the school’s administration, the faculty and staff, and the parents to create and maintain an exemplary school environment
• Prepare for and actively participate in all school activities, faculty meetings, and conferences, including those with parents, during and after school hours as may be necessary
• Cultivate collaboration, transparency, inclusion, curiosity, fun, innovation, and excellence in a dynamic learning community
• Conduct dynamic and flexible instruction to address a variety of learning styles and interests
• Reflect on teaching with a critical eye in order to continuously improve practice
• Evaluate and give feedback on student progress regularly using standards-based assessment

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree; Master’s degree preferred 
• In-depth knowledge of music curricula and best teaching practices
• Experience teaching music at the middle school and/or secondary school level
• Familiarity with teaching in independent schools preferred

Alta Vista School is a dynamic Independent School in San Francisco. Faculty, administrators, and families alike share the belief that experiential, hands-on activities provide optimal opportunities to engage students in meaningful learning. Alta Vista educators benefit from small class sizes and are intentional in their instruction. Alta Vista is committed to being a safe and welcoming place for all families, students, and faculty. The Alta Vista School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, or disability. 

About Alta Vista School

An independent Junior Kindergarten through 8th grade progressive school based in San Francisco, AVS prepares students to thrive as creative thinkers, innovators, and catalysts for positive change in the world. Our STEAM-powered curriculum and our foundation of deep social- emotional learning inspire curiosity, creative problem-solving, and love of learning. Alta Vista is committed to being a safe and welcoming place for all families, students, and faculty. The Alta Vista School does not discriminate against employees on the basis of race, color, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status or disability.

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