Germantown Academy
We inspire students to be: Independent in Thought • Confident in Expression •
Compassionate in Spirit • Collaborative in Action • Honorable in Deed
Germantown Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1,200 students in grades PK-12. Founded in 1759, GA is America’s oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices.
Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and a respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds.
We are seeking candidates for a full-time Middle School & Upper School Performing Arts Associate Teacher to join our community beginning August 2024. This is a 10-month position with an excellent array of benefits and a competitive salary.
We are seeking candidates who…
- Have a bachelor’s degree in music, musical theater, or a related field.
- Have teaching experience and demonstrate eagerness to work with middle school and upper school students.
- Demonstrate a commitment to student-centered learning.
- Have significant experience participating in or teaching choral ensembles and/or in musical theatre.
- Possess the cultural competency necessary for working with a diverse population in an equitable and inclusive community.
- Demonstrate a collaborative and growth mindset as a teacher and professional.
- Communicate well, both in writing and verbally, with colleagues, students, and families.
- Model a culture of flexible, continuous learning to challenge and support students appropriately.
Core Job Responsibilities
This role is a full-time position with the following major responsibilities:
- Serve as the Middle School and Upper School Choir Assistant.
- Serve as the Assistant for Upper School Belfry productions.
- Assist the Performing Arts Department by:
- Maintaining a master calendar of performing arts events and rehearsals
- Designing, creating, and printing programs from Middle & Upper School string, band, and choir concerts.
- Assisting with scheduled room transitions between classes and assisting with stage transitions between rehearsals.
- Serving as Front-of-House for Middle and Upper School performing arts events.
- Other responsibilities, including assisting with class and study hall coverages, attending regular faculty meetings, professional learning communities, in-service days, and other supervision duties as assigned.