Upper School Music Teacher (Grades 6–12)
Job Title: Upper School Music Teacher
Department: Music
Reports to: School Principal
Position Summary
Gathering Waters School seeks Upper School (grades 6–12) Music Teacher candidates with proven teaching experience who are excited to collaboratively with others. Ideal candidates possess a strong interest in Waldorf education, a background in music, and are committed to serving a diverse population of learners.
The High School Music Teacher will lead three courses: Beginning Band, Jazz Band, and Guitar Ensemble. The position is two days per week (Tuesday and Thursday), 11:40 a.m.–3:05 p.m. Additional responsibilities include helping plan and execute two seasonal school concerts, as well as helping out with occasional special events involving music (e.g. school festivals, open mic nights).
Qualifications
Minimum of three years of teaching experience preferred
Waldorf teacher training and/or Waldorf teaching experience preferred
Bachelor's degree in education or related field
NH teaching credential encouraged
Compensation
Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
Application Process
To apply, please send a letter of interest and resume to:
hiring-team@gatheringwaterscharter.org
Gathering Waters Chartered Public School is a member of the Alliance of Waldorf Public Education and is committed to providing a supportive and enriching educational environment for all students.
Our region is uniquely situated to support a Waldorf-inspired charter with a wealth of knowledge and resources that are already established here, including two Waldorf teacher training programs, Antioch University-New England and The Center for Anthroposophy. Families move to the Keene area from all over the country because of the presence of organizations inspired by the philosophy that stands behind Waldorf education, including Sophia’s Hearth Family Center, Spring Hill Children’s Center, Camp Glen Brook, Kroka Expeditions, and Badger Corporation. Southwestern New Hampshire is home to a well-established community that is ready and eager to support a Waldorf-inspired chartered public school and with whom we welcome the opportunity to partner.
EEOC STATEMENT
Gathering Waters does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.