The Whitefish Bay School District is seeking a Part-Time (21% FTE Minimum) General Music Teacher to work at the elementary level, serving both Richards and Cumberland Elementary Schools. The ideal candidate will be student-centered and have deep musical and teaching knowledge and skills. Training or experience in Orff Schulwert or Gordon''s Music Learning Theory (MLT) is helpful. This teacher will work collaboratively with the rest of the Specials Team.
Candidates should have a desire and proven track record of nurturing students academically, socially, and emotionally in a classroom of diverse learners. With an expectation of continual growth for all students, candidates should understand the growth mindset and embrace the challenges of creating well-managed classrooms that provide engaging instruction. Preference will be given to candidates with proven skills in problem solving, developing strong relationships with students, staff, and families, and a strong work ethic.
The School District of Whitefish Bay believes that Wisconsin's Guiding Principles for Teaching and Learning ensures each student is provided with an "exceptional place to learn."
Every student has the right to learn.
Instruction must be rigorous and relevant.
Purposeful assessment drives instruction and affects learning.
Learning is a collaborative responsibility.
Students bring strengths and experiences to learning.
Responsive environments engage learners.
Potential team members should also have an unwavering commitment to growing diverse learners and be able to build classroom environments where all students assume the responsibility and ownership in their learning through setting goals, reflection, and self-assessment. Professional learning is a priority in our District, so team members must have a desire to be a creative and active professional who grows and implements a variety of instructional practices and innovative programming. We are a strong community of learners and are excited to bring a new member onto our team.
The successful candidate will hold or be eligible for valid Wisconsin DPI certification in Music (General).
Questions about the position should be directed to Chad Nelson, Principal at Richards Elementary School, via email: chad.nelson@wfbschools.com
The School District of Whitefish Bay is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants that would contribute to a diverse educational community are strongly encouraged to apply.
It is the policy of the School District of Whitefish Bay that no person shall, on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, medical condition or disease, or physical, mental, emotional, or learning disability, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. If you are a qualified employee or applicant with a disability, you may access reasonable accommodations. Designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies and requests for reasonable accommodations related to employment is:
Hannah Chin
Human Resources Director & Legal Counsel
1200 E. Fairmount Ave.
Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
(414) 963-3881
hannah.chin@wfbschools.com