The Girlsโ Middle School
Since its founding in 1998, The Girlsโ Middle School (GMS) has been committed to progressive education and innovative programming, educating the diverse middle school students who make up our vibrant, inclusive community. Our project-based curriculum encourages creative problem-solving, collaborative teamwork, and independent thought. GMS educates girls* during a pivotal time in their lives. Students develop self-knowledge, confidence, and leadership skills supported by a staff highly attuned to their changing emotional and social needs. GMS encourages girls to find their voices, take risks, and become self-reliant. Learn more about GMS: www.girlsms.org and https://youtu.be/SatUBcjwkxA?feature=shared
*At GMS, โgirlsโ refers to cis girls, trans girls, non-binary youth, gender non-conforming youth, gender queer youth, and any girl-identified youth.
Mission
The Girlsโ Middle School educates girls at a crucial time in life. We create an inclusive environment where academic growth is nourished. A GMS girl discovers her strengths and expresses her voice while respecting the contributions of others.
Ideal Candidate
GMS seeks a part-time Music Faculty member to lead classes three days per week in the Fall semester for all grades.
The ideal candidate will have experience teaching music or a related field and feel confident leading a classroom independently. They bring a passion for music-making and can joyfully communicate that energy to students. They are friendly, enthusiastic, proactive, and forward-thinking. They are detail-oriented, well-organized, able to design and implement curriculum aligned with GMS values, and possess strong time-management skills.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Lead and manage music classes, including planning and delivering engaging lessons in vocal and/or instrumental work, rhythm, and creative composition
ยท Create a classroom environment where students feel a strong sense of belonging and are excited to learn music
ยท Inspire students to experience music as a joyful, expressive, and meaningful process
ยท Design learning experiences that balance skill-building with open-ended exploration and creative risk-taking
ยท Nurture a supportive community where students build confidence, collaborate, and develop teamwork through ensemble and shared music-making
ยท Support students in developing curiosity and their individual musical voice
ยท Foster a classroom culture where students listen, contribute, and grow together with respect and care
ยท Establish clear routines and expectations that support focus, respect, and productive music-making
ยท Guide students in caring for shared instruments and materials, and maintaining a thoughtful learning environment
What We Look for in a Music Faculty Candidate
ยท Experience teaching music or a related field, with confidence in leading a classroom independently
ยท Comfort with a range of musical approaches (vocal, instrumental, rhythm, and/or digital music tools)
ยท Commitment to experiential, project-based learning and progressive pedagogy
ยท Demonstrated focus on supporting girls in discovering their strengths and finding their voice
ยท Ability to positively engage students and collaborate closely with fellow educators
ยท Ability to be a self-starter who is organized, adaptable, and proactive in a dynamic classroom environment
ยท Strong classroom management skills, with the ability to guide students with clarity, warmth, and consistency