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4th/5th Grade Band Teacher (part-time) Jobs in Beverly Hills, MI at Detroit Country Day School
Title: 4th/5th Grade Band Teacher (part-time)
Company: Detroit Country Day School
Location: Beverly Hills, MI
Details
Posted: 22-Jun-26
Location: Beverly Hills, Michigan
Type: Part Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Categories
Visual/Performing Arts
Required Education
4 Year Degree
Position Summary
Detroit Country Day Middle School seeks a dynamic and engaging Band Teacher to lead an after-school program for 4th and 5th grade students. The ideal candidate will help students grow in their musical skills and develop a love for music. The Band Teacher will create and teach a music curriculum that builds basic skills, encourages creativity, and promotes teamwork in groups. The Teacher will create a welcoming and supportive environment for all students. Key responsibilities include teaching group instrument classes, preparing students for performances, working with other music teachers, and communicating with families. This is a part-time, non-exempt position that runs Monday through Friday from 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm during the school year.
Essential Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver engaging, student-centered lessons aligned with state standards for music education.
- Teach instrumental music with an emphasis on music reading, expression, and quality tone development.
- Use a variety of instructional strategies, including demonstrations, recordings, technology, and authentic resources.
- Design and administer formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Provide timely and constructive feedback to students to support musical understanding.
- Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate progress to parents and administration to foster collaboration and support.
- Ability to create a positive, structured, and engaging classroom environment.
- Effective classroom management strategies tailored to upper-elementary learners.
- Consistent and age-appropriate discipline practices that promote respect and responsibility.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and the department chair to develop musicianship, fill instrumental needs, and align curriculum.
- Participate in departmental meetings.
- Support extracurricular activities, such as concerts or cultural events, as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Music, Music Education or related field required
- State teaching certification preferred
- 3+ years of teaching experience
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of instrumental pedagogy for beginning band students (woodwinds, brass, percussion).
- Ability to teach fundamental technique, music literacy, and ensemble skills in a developmentally appropriate way.
- Skill in arranging and selecting repertoire suitable for young musicians.
- Conducting ability appropriate for elementary-level ensembles.
- Proficient on multiple band instruments to demonstrate and assist students individually.
- Comfortable using music education technology (e.g., MakeMusic Cloud, Noteflight, Flipgrid, etc.).
- Basic knowledge of sound reinforcement and recording tools for student performances.
- Familiarity with learning management systems and digital communication tools (e.g., Canvas, Seesaw)
Applying for the position
Interested candidates should submit letter of interest, resume and references online at https://www.dcds.edu/about/careers
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About Detroit Country Day School
Founded in 1914, Detroit Country Day School is a top-tier, nationally ranked co-educational independent school for students in grades PreK3-12. The School offers an exemplary education rooted in academic rigor and a commitment to the full development of each student’s potential. The School develops citizens and leaders of the world in a culturally diverse environment of academic rigor, competitive athletics, and artistic expression, built on a foundation of service and character. For the 2025-2026 school year, the student community of 1,523 includes 388 students in the Lower School in grades PreK3-grade 3; 535 students in the Middle School in grades 4-8 and 600 students in the Upper School in grades 9-12. The School has an extremely diverse student population, of which over 40% identify as students of color. In all three divisions, Detroit Country Day School is known for its strong academics and the opportunities available to students in outstanding offerings in athletics, dance, instrumental and vocal music, drama, and the visual arts. Students achieve regional, state, and national recognition for their accomplishments in academics, the arts, and athletics, as well as their par…ticipation in community service. The School has approximately 300 full-time employees. Seventy percent of faculty members have earned advanced degrees. Detroit Country Day School’s facilities are situated in two locations approximately three miles apart and less than one half hour from the center of Detroit. The Upper School (9-12) and Middle School (4-8) share adjoining campuses in Beverly Hills, where the administrative offices, facility services, safety and security services, and the main arts and athletics facilities are located. The Lower School (PreK-3) is located nearby in neighboring Bloomfield Hills. Both Beverly Hills and Bloomfield Hills are in Oakland County, which has the highest per capita income of any county in the state of Michigan and is one of the most affluent counties in the United States. The Detroit Country Day Upper School offers a strong and varied program that provides numerous opportunities for students to demonstrate their individual strengths and develop their potential. The rigorous college-preparatory program, which includes Honors and Advanced Placement courses in each discipline in addition to a diverse selection of electives, prepares students for college and beyond. In addition to a series of honors and Advanced Placement courses, students at Detroit Country Day Upper School may pursue an International Baccalaureate Diploma.
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