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About Brookwood School:

Brookwood is an Early Childhood through Grade 8 independent school of about 300 students located on a beautiful 30-acre wooded campus in Manchester, MA, on the coast of the North Shore of Boston. At Brookwood, kids come first—not the test, not trophies, not to-do lists. We know how kids learn best. Every day, we use our expertise to challenge kids intellectually and ensure they feel valued so that they can grow into their best selves. Our program focuses on fostering a joyful community of lifelong learners and upstanding global citizens who embrace a culture of curiosity, kindness, and academic accomplishment. Brookwood also offers a playful, collaborative work environment for 85 faculty and staff who go the extra mile to do what is best for kids. 

Position Summary

Brookwood seeks an outstanding Grades 1 – 4 Music and Visual Arts teacher who has a deep understanding of early childhood development and best practices for teaching young learners. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal, along with a contagious sense of creativity and fun. Brookwood is dedicated to nurturing students to become compassionate, curious, and accomplished individuals. We are looking for candidates with a strong commitment to multiculturalism, equity, and inclusion. The ideal candidate will have expertise in music and visual arts education and a passion for fostering creativity in a supportive and engaging learning environment. They should be well-versed in current educational research, demonstrate the ability to build a positive classroom community, and collaborate effectively with colleagues and families. Candidates should be student-centered, self-reflective, and dedicated to modeling a growth mindset. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire young learners and work alongside a high-performing, dynamic faculty.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field(s)
• Two years of elementary-level lead classroom teacher experience
• Commitment to culturally proficient teaching practices and social/emotional learning

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of elementary-level lead classroom teacher experience
• Teaching Licensure
• Experience with curricula such as:
  • Orff Schulwerk and/or Kodály
  • Responsive Classroom
  • RULER
  • Learning for Justice Social Justice Standards

Specific Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement a Music and Art curriculum that reflects developmental and academic benchmarks and fosters social-emotional growth, meeting all students’ unique journey along the learning continuum. 
• Communicate regularly with faculty, administration, and parents about the academic, social, and emotional health of students.
• Monitor learning through assessments and observations.
• Engage in professional development to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, justice, and belonging goals at Brookwood.
• Supervise recess, snack, and lunch times to support students’ ability to transfer social skills learned in the classroom to less structured venues. 
• Assist with the production/logistics of the annual 8th Grade Play.
• Support within the Visual Arts Department

To Apply 

Interested candidates should email a cover letter, résumé, and statement of educational philosophy to Jen Greene at jgreene@brookwood.edu.

We strongly encourage applications from people of color, LGBTQ+ educators, or educators from communities that are historically underrepresented in independent schools. We are committed to an inclusive school experience for all those who come to work at Brookwood.