Elementary School Music Teacher

HLA-N seeks a hard-working, passionate, goal-oriented educator to join our team as our Music Teacher for the 2022-2023 academic year.

Job Summary

Every HLA-Northrop teacher has the opportunity to join a team of motivated, mission-driven teammates who are committed to taking responsibility for their students’ learning. HLA-Northrop teachers are charged with providing a rigorous, engaging, and structured learning environment for their scholars. The Music Teacher will deliver standards-based, differentiated instruction to our elementary scholars and collaborate with a team of Specialist teachers to align on routines and systems that support student success.

• Candidates that are selected for an interview will receive additional information regarding the specific roles and responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Prove the Possible

• Student achievement is our number one job

Drive Results

• Ensure high standards for student behavior, performance, and attendance
• Establish and reinforce expectations and accountability structures to maintain positive, focused classroom
• Deliver well-planned, rigorous, and meaningful lessons
• Accurately track student progress toward musical goals

Instructional Leadership

• Design and implement rigorous, backwards-planned lessons that include an understanding and modeling of musicianship skills
• Design and implement assessments that are aligned with instructional objectives

Build Relationships

• Exhibit a high degree of professionalism in all elements of this position
• Establish and maintain high expectations and routines for academic work and classroom behavior
• Establish and maintain relationships with students and families based on trust and respectful communication
• Serve as a positive force committed to our mission
• Connect with students and families so as to realize our mission

Constant Learning and Growing

• Reflect on instructional practices to meet individual professional development goals
• Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and student achievement
• Actively participate in professional development, Department team, and community meetings

Teachers must demonstrate knowledge and support of Hiawatha Academies’ mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior.

Skills & Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education (or related field)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to build trust with colleagues, students, and families
• Must have a growth mindset
• Awareness of self and the ability to understand, appreciate, and interact within different cultural contexts
• Experience working with students of color or students growing up in under-resourced communities
• Must be a problem-solver and self-directed learner
• Prospective applicants must demonstrate a clear record of achieving significant gains with their students and possess a strong belief that they can help close the opportunity gap for all
• Possess or be qualified to secure Minnesota teacher license

Preferred:

• Bilingual or multilingual (Spanish and/or Somali preferred)
• Two or more years teaching in a high-need school with demonstrated student results

Hiawatha Employment Logistics

• Hiawatha Academies elementary students’ school day is from 7:45am-2:45pm, Monday-Thursday and 7:45am-1:00pm on Friday.
• Staff must be present from 7:30am-3:30pm, Monday-Friday, or until all duties are completed for the next day.
• Professional development sessions are held each Friday from 1:00pm-3:30pm.
• All Hiawatha Staff are expected to attend and participate in all family events at the school

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $41,500 - $72,900 based on full years of licensed, K-12 teaching experience in schools in the United States. Hiawatha offers a comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, life, and retirement. Additional experience may be credited at the discretion of the Senior Human Resources Officer.

Why Hiawatha?

Hiawatha Academies is a network of college-preparatory schools focused on closing the opportunity gap in Minneapolis. We seek to create a K-12 school experience for scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills. At Hiawatha Academies, we are committed to making our city and our world a more inclusive, equitable, and just place.

Our equity vision: to honor the humanity of all people, we actively disrupt systemic inequity in pursuit of an equitable world. Hiawatha Academies permanently disrupts educational inequity by ensuring a great school for every child.

Anti-Discrimination Policy and Commitment to Diversity

We believe that diversity is strength, and we are committed to maintaining an inclusive, multicultural network. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome all qualified applicants