Description
The Brimmer and May School, an all-gender Pre-K- Grade 12 day school in Chestnut Hill, MA is seeking a full-time Lower School music teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The position includes teaching Pre-Kindergarten through Grade Five General Music, two choruses and two beginning bands.
Specific Duties/Responsibilities:
- Plan and teach weekly general music classes for students in Pre-Kindergarten through Grade Five
- Plan and conduct one choral rehearsal per week for Grades Two and Three, and one choral rehearsal for Grades Four and Five
- Plan and conduct one beginning band rehearsal per week for Grade Three, and one intermediate band rehearsal per week for Grades Four and Five
- Prepare students for annual exhibitions and performances
- Assist with Friday Share Assemblies
- Work collaboratively with Lower School Creative Arts team, Music Department colleagues, and with other faculty members
- Help foster a positive working and educational environment for students and colleagues
and support the school’s mission, vision, and values
- Work to support students outside of classroom time as needed
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in music education required; master’s degree preferred
- 3+ years of experience
- Piano accompaniment skills
- Orff-Schulwerk and/or Kodály Certification is preferred
- A commitment to teaching fundamental skills in music writing, reading, and composition is essential, as is a desire to work collaboratively with the creative arts team and faculty
- A passion for working with young learners, a sense of humor, and a positive attitude are essential
Please send a cover letter and resume to Joanne Clamage, Lower School Creative Arts Coordinator, at jclamage@brimmer.org
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in music education required; master’s degree preferred
- 3+ years of experience
- Piano accompaniment skills
- Orff-Schulwerk and/or Kodály Certification is preferred
- A commitment to teaching fundamental skills in music writing, reading, and composition is essential, as is a desire to work collaboratively with the creative arts team and faculty
- A passion for working with young learners, a sense of humor, and a positive attitude are essential
