Lower School Music Educator- Siesta Key

Company: Private School in Sarasota, Florida
Location: Sarasota
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Lower School Music Educator - Siesta Key Campus The Out-of-Door Academy seeks a Lower School Music Educator to join a forward-thinking school that values creativity, real-world application, and student-centered learning. Responsibilities Reporting to the Head of Lower School - Siesta Key, the Lower School Music Educator will be responsible for the following: Develop and implement an engaging and developmentally appropriate Pre-K through 5th grade general music curriculum. Lead and direct the 4th and 5th-grade chorus, preparing students for performances throughout the year while continuing music theory instruction. Foster a love of music through singing, movement, rhythm, and instrumental instruction. Prepare students to perform in concerts and other events. Collaborate with grade level and special educators on inter-departmental projects. Organize and direct school concerts, performances, and community engagement opportunities. Live the school's mission and core values of respect, integrity, service, excellence, and responsibility. Qualifications The following experience, skills & knowledge are required and /or preferred: Bachelor’s Degree in music education required; Master's Degree preferred. Experience in music classroom teaching, ideally in an independent school setting. Orff, Kodaly, Music Garden, or Lower School Music Certification (F1 K-12) preferred. Active Member of the Florida Music Educators Association. Passion for choral music and experience leading elementary-aged choirs. Passion for learning and the ability to motivate and inspire students. Proficient with Word, Excel, and the Google drive platform. A successful track record of working effectively with a wide range of constituencies including students, educators, staff, and parents. Compensation and Benefits This is a 10-month full-time exempt position available in August 2026. Compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package. At Out-of-Door, we value a diverse workforce. Applicants of any race, creed, physical ability, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation or national origin are encouraged to apply. Once an offer is accepted, the position will require the successful completion of a national background screening and drug testing. Other Candidates will be required to complete a video submission interview through the SparkHire platform. Once an application has been received, instructions on completing the video submission will be provided through an email. A candidate application will be considered complete once this video submission has been received. Candidates are also asked to address what attracts them to this position, to Out-of-Door, and to the Sarasota community in their cover letter.

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