Marvelwood School is seeking a high school Music teacher for a full-time position starting in August 2025. The successful candidate will join an exceptional team of teachers and work with students in grades 9-12, teaching Music classes, organizing/leading vocal and instrumental ensembles, offering/arranging lessons and concerts, and assisting with the school’s musical theater and/or revue performances.
We seek creative and energetic candidates who will value the opportunity to commit fully to the academic, social, and emotional support and development of teenagers and who possess the necessary technical skills to appropriately and effectively integrate technology, hands-on learning, student collaboration, and online resources into their teaching. Qualified candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and preferably at least two years of secondary teaching experience in Music. Most desirable are candidates who will participate eagerly in the broader life of the School by contributing to both extracurricular music opportunities and residential life programming.
Duties of a full-time faculty member include, but are not limited to: teaching 4-5 classes, advising, weekly community service, evening dorm duty and monthly weekend duty, and two seasons of involvement in the after-school theater performance program. Candidates must be able to obtain a passenger endorsement on their driver's license in order to transport students.
Salaries fall within a wide range and are commensurate with experience and versatility. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, a matching retirement plan, a robust slate of professional development opportunities, and meals when school is in session. Housing on campus may be available.
A cover letter, resumé, and list of reference contacts should be emailed to the Dean of Academic Affairs, Heather Hunt, at heather.hunt@marvelwood.org
