Orchestra Teacher, Briarcliff Manor UFSD (Grades 3-6)

Briarcliff Manor is a community of about 8,000 residents, located in Westchester County, serving 1349 students.  Todd Elementary School serves 572 students. To learn more about Todd Elementary School and our district, visit our Todd News page, Briarcliff Buzz e-Newsletters, SuperKast Podcast or our superintendent's X feed @SuperKaish! 

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Orchestra Teacher to join our innovative and student-centered music education team. The ideal candidate will foster a love of music in students, provide a strong foundation in musical concepts and skills, and inspire creativity and critical thinking. This role involves teaching orchestra students in grades 3-6, with a focus on string instruments, while collaborating with fellow educators to support a comprehensive K-12 music program.

Position: Orchestra (Music) Teacher

Full Time: 1.0

Tenure-track: Yes

Tenure Appointment: Music Teacher

Location: Todd Elementary School & Briarcliff Middle School

Grades: 3-6

Effective Date: August 31, 2026

Minimum Certification Required: Music K-12

Salary: Briarcliff Teachers' Association Collective Bargaining Agreement

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver engaging, student-centered instruction in the orchestra program, using technology to enhance learning and incorporating project/problem-based activities.
• Collaborate with K-12 Music teachers to support general music, band, and choral programs.
• Teach one section of Grade 6 orchestra at the middle school, with the remainder of the schedule based at Todd Elementary.
• Promote digital literacy, critical thinking, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making skills in the classroom.
• Incorporate social-emotional learning (SEL) practices into daily instruction to support student well-being.
• Prepare students for performances, including concerts and other school events, fostering confidence and teamwork.
• Build positive relationships with students of all skill and ability levels, exuding a joy of learning and enthusiasm for music.
• Collaborate productively with faculty, students, and parents to create a supportive learning community.

The Briarcliff Manor School District has embarked on a journey to foster a more inclusive and equitable organization. As the district strives to cultivate a work and school community that is more inclusive, diverse, and representative, the recruitment and hiring of high-quality candidates from diverse backgrounds is a top priority. Additionally, there is a commitment to providing meaningful professional development to support all faculty and staff. Individuals who identify with historically underrepresented groups, including but not limited to BIPOC (Black/African American, Indigenous/Native American, Persons of Color), Hispanic/Latinx, LGBTQ+, and individuals with disabilities, are strongly encouraged to apply.

Briarcliff Manor School District does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including admission employment.