Instrumental Music Teacher (Leave Replacement) - Upper Division

Why Teach at Avenues?

There is no place quite like Avenues. We are a top-tier school in New York City whose mission is to educate world-wise leaders for the 21st century. Our faculty bring widely diverse experiences, but we are all committed to creating a unique educational experience together. We foster a culture of creativity, entrepreneurship, and deep collaboration. We teach and learn through challenging interdisciplinary projects. And we offer unparalleled possibilities for professional learning prospects.

Deep Collaboration and Constant Evolution

Collaboration isn't a buzzword here--it's woven into everything we do. We have built substantial time to collaborate into our schedule. This intensity of collaboration is challenging as well as exciting: we're always evolving, learning from each other, and seeking to improve.

Start date: January 2027
End date: April 2027

WHAT YOU’LL DO

The Avenues music program inspires our students to grow deeply as musicians and appreciators of music. We envision our students uplifted, connected and inspired by their experiences of deliberate practice, rehearsing and creating music together, and performing frequently in public. Our students bring diverse musical experiences, from significant individual study to no experience at all; in our program, all are welcome. You will also:

• Implement a creative and flexible curriculum that goes beyond the traditional “instrumental band” approach.
• Lead multi-instrument student ensembles (Piano, Bass, Drums, Percussion, Winds, Brass and Strings) with a range of musical abilities.
• Lead violin sectionals
• Ensure that students grow dramatically in passion, understanding and skill in music performance.
• Build a classroom atmosphere that ensures students feel that they are a part of a rigorous but joyful learning community.
• Inspire trust and confidence among parents and families.
• Fully engage in the life of the school beyond the music classroom.

WHAT YOU BRING

• At least 3 years of experience teaching music to adolescents, with clear evidence of students’ musical growth and development
• Bachelor’s degree required; graduate degree in education or related field is ideal
• Deep knowledge of, and an infectious passion for, a range of musical styles and traditions
• Comfort with arranging music for student ensembles of diverse ability levels
• Profound commitment to ensuring and nurturing children’s wellbeing
• Highly developed classroom management, organizational, and planning skills with the ability to adapt in the moment
• Effective collaborator, eager to listen deeply, contribute to a team and achieve goals together
• Dedication to learning and developing the craft of teaching
• Very resourceful and adaptive, eager to embrace constant change, growth and learning
• Professional fluency in English

Additional information

If hired for this position, the annual salary range is between $72,000 - $112,433. The final salary offered may vary depending on your experience level and skills. The final salary will be prorated against the start and end dates of this leave replacement position. Competitive benefits for benefits eligible roles include medical, dental, life insurance, 401K savings plan, generous paid time off, family forming benefits, health and wellness benefits and more.

Avenues is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our organization. We strive to uphold a culture in which every colleague feels that they belong, are trusted, and are valued. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, and strongly encourage candidates from traditionally underrepresented communities or groups to apply. Avenues offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package.

Avenues upholds the highest standards for safeguarding the physical and emotional wellbeing of children. As an essential aspect of this commitment, all offers are contingent upon successful completion of careful reference and background checks.