Middle School/Prep School Instrumental Music Instructor (Band)

Columbia Grammar and Preparatory School is seeking a full-time, middle school/prep school instrumental music instructor to teach a combination of individual and small group lessons, co‑direct the Middle School Band, and support the Prep School Band program. Duties And Responsibilities Co‑direct the Middle School Band program (Grades 6–8), serving as a strategic partner in curriculum planning, rehearsal management, and instructional delivery Provide secondary support to the Prep School Band program (Grades 9–12), assisting the lead teacher with rehearsals, sectionals, and individual student coaching Teach individual and small group lessons across all standard concert band instruments, including Flute, Clarinet, Alto Sax, Trumpet, Trombone, Euphonium, and Orchestral Percussion Participate in the planning and execution of concerts, music festivals, and in‑school performances for both divisions Collaborate with other band teachers to manage instrument inventory, equipment storage and maintenance, and the scheduling of lessons. Participate in faculty meetings, grade‑level meetings and department meetings with performing arts department colleagues Other duties as assigned by the division director Qualifications Bachelor’s or master’s degree in music education Prior experience working with instrumental students in a large ensemble program Strong personal musicianship skills, with a brass primary instrument preferred Demonstrates the ability to develop and adapt pedagogy, curriculum, and assessments for students with a range of skill levels and learning styles Dynamic, creative, and growth‑oriented Excellent collaboration and communication skills Compensation The salary range for this position is $60,000–$90,000 annually. We also offer a warm and supportive culture as well as exceptional benefits including but not limited to: Comprehensive medical, dental & vision plans with a free medical coverage option for employee only coverage Free vision coverage Flexible Spending Accounts for Medical, Dependent Care, Parking & Transit 8% Annual Employer Contribution to retirement after one year of full time service Basic Life Insurance Enhanced Short Term Disability Coverage Long Term Disability Coverage Low cost additional benefits including voluntary life insurance, critical illness coverage and pet insurance Additional Aflac policies Free breakfast & lunch when school is in session Discounted parking Generous holiday schedule, sick and personal time EEO Statement Columbia Grammar & Preparatory School is an equal employment opportunity employer. Employment on the basis of race (including hairstyle), color, religion, creed, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender and gender identity, gender expression, national origin, alienage, age, pregnancy, marital/partnership status, immigration or citizenship status, status as a veteran or active military service member status, disability, genetic predisposition, status as a victim of domestic violence, prior arrest or conviction record, caregiver status, credit history, salary history, unemployment status, sexual or reproductive health decisions, or any other characteristic or status protected by applicable law (collectively, the “Protected Characteristics”). #J-18808-Ljbffr Columbia Grammar and Preparatory School