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The Swain School Campus of Moravian Academy seeks a private instructor for brass and woodwind instruments. This part-time employee will be responsible for teaching lessons to students at the Swain campus who sign up for lessons through our private lesson program. Lessons may occur before, during, or after school hours. The school seeks dynamic and innovative music experts who have a firm grasp of instrumental pedagogy. Candidates must embrace and understand the unique developmental stages of school-age students.

Teachers at Swain are dedicated to contributing to a vibrant community that inspires students to achieve academic excellence, develop a strong sense of character, and act responsibly in a changing world. Swain lesson instructors are experts in their field, work collaboratively within disciplines as needed, and are actively involved in student development and performance planning.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach 1:1 private lessons for brass and woodwind instruments to school-age students;
• Design innovative instructional methods to meet the needs of diverse learners’ academic, social 

and emotional growth;

• Assess and report with frequency on students’ progress and performance to students’ families;
• Develop and nurture positive relationships with students, fellow faculty members, and families;
• Conduct a well-managed, mutually respectful lesson environment;
• Partner with other music teachers and instructors to promote student performances, plan 

collaborative pieces, and develop programs;

• Engage in continued professional development.

Requirements:

• Experience teaching lessons or groups of school-age students;
• Experience playing and teaching brass and woodwind instruments;
• Training in research-based best practices and current teaching methods;
• A passion for teaching and children;
• Experience applying Responsive Classroom or other similar environment-building strategies 

methods a plus;

• Experience with creating dynamic lesson structures to both support and challenge students in reading and making music; 

Education

Bachelor or Graduate-level degree in Music or another related field 

School Mission:

Moravian Academy’s mission empowers us to become limitless learners as we discover new ideas and create new self-expressions. We do more than check boxes; we celebrate the unique potential of every individual.  Our path to academic excellence harnesses the teachable moments of both success and failure, as we explore the complexities of our world with curiosity, confidence, and compassion. Our commitment to courageous conversations means that we actively learn from and support the different identities we embody, we respect each other’s views, and we lead with head and heart. Immersed in an environment of love and understanding, our students answer the questions: Who am I and who can I become?

About the School:

Moravian Academy, located in historic Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, is a PK through 12th grade coeducational college preparatory school and the ninth oldest independent school in the United States. Founded in 1742, Moravian Academy continues to be a school in motion. After a recent merger with The Swain School, Moravian Academy comprises 900 students and 200 employees. The extensive facilities are located on three campuses which together are the premier choice for independent education in the Lehigh Valley region. Each campus possesses a distinct culture and setting:

• The Swain School for grades PK-8 with a 22-acre contemporary campus in the beautiful west end of Allentown, approximately 25 minutes from the Bethlehem campuses. The Downtown Campus for Grades P-8 inside the national historic landmark district that is at the heart of the City of Bethlehem;
• The Merle Smith Upper School Campus for Grades 9-12, situated on 120 acres of green expanse in Bethlehem Township, approximately 7 miles from downtown Bethlehem;

Duration:

This is a part-time position beginning August 31, 2022.

To Apply:

Submit digital materials, including a letter of intent, resume and statement of educational philosophy, to [email protected]. Address letter of intent to: Megan Franzyshen, Director of the Swain Campus.

Moravian Academy is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to provide an environment that welcomes a diverse community.

The Swain School Campus of Moravian Academy seeks candidates with a commitment to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse learning community to create an open and welcoming intellectual environment that embraces the experiences, cultural beliefs, and perspectives of all people.