Music Teacher

Description

Music Teacher 2026-2027 School Year

Description

SANY's Citizenship & Science Academy of Syracuse Elementary Charter School is receiving applications for a Music Teacher Grades K-5 for the 2026/27 School Year. We are looking for dynamic, collaborative, flexible, and engaging educators. We have a great environment for new teachers and encourage experienced teachers to apply!  Must be New York State Certified. We need Teachers who will:

• Provide engaging lesson plans that conform to the charter's curriculum; which is designed to meet the state's core educational standards.
• Possess a strong understanding of Common Core standards and state learning standards.
• Have the ability to modify/redesign/develop curriculum as needed.
• Collaborate with staff to determine the charter's requirement for the instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
• Be ready to prepare students for the standardized tests relevant to the content area.
• Have excellent content knowledge and pedagogy.
• Welcome the use of analytics and data to help drive instruction and promote learning
• Appreciate regular feedback, accountability, and the rewards that come with doing a great job serving our students & communities.
• Have great classroom management.

What we can provide:

• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, employee assistance program, and more!
• Enrollment in the NYS Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or 403b employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Professional development opportunities. Coaches and mentors in every building!
• Regular use and integration of technology in our classrooms and throughout our school, including IPADs, Chromebooks, internet, and apps

Qualifications:  Bachelor’s degree required; Master's degree preferred  NYS Certified Required Experience with a diverse population of students or in an urban setting a plus  Prior teaching experience preferred and novice teachers encouraged to apply!  Fingerprint clearance through NYS Department of Education Competencies:

• Growth mindset, flexible and okay with change
• Intrinsically motivated
• Compassionate
• A strong conviction that all students can succeed
• The ability to take feedback well and immediately implement
• Comfortable with the use of data and analytics to help drive instruction and promote learning

Want to learn more about our district? Be sure to check out the following links to get a closer look at our schools, hear from our parents and see what our state and community leaders are saying about SANY. District Website: www.sany.orgSyracuse region Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SyracuseAcademyUtica region Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/UticaAcademySyracuse region Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/syracuseacademyUtica region Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uascsEqual Opportunity Employer Science Academies of New York is committed to maintaining a working and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or those who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.