DETROIT COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL

Position: Strings Teacher (Part-Time)

Department: Lower School

Available: September 2025

Detroit Country Day School is a private, independent, co-educational, non-denominational, preschool through grade 12, college preparatory school focused on a well-rounded liberal arts education. Emphasis on academics, arts, athletics, and character development is prevalent across the curriculum. DCDS believes diversity, equity, and inclusion are educational imperatives for the intellectual, social, and moral growth of every child. We honor the dignity of every human being and value differences that exist and are expressed throughout our vibrant school.

Position Summary

The Lower School Strings Teacher is responsible for delivering engaging and age appropriate instruction in beginning and leveled string classes to students in Kindergarten through Grade 3. The Strings Teacher will foster a positive, supportive learning environment that cultivates foundational music skills, encourages creativity, and nurtures a love of string instruments. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong musicianship, a passion for early childhood music education, and experience teaching young learners in a classroom or small ensemble setting. This is a part-time position working 4 to 5 afternoons per week during the school year.

Essential Responsibilities

Teach beginning and leveled strings classes after school for K - 3rd Grade students
Plan age appropriate lessons that emphasize technical development, musical skill development, and performance skills
Utilize responsive classroom expectations and positive discipline techniques
Present the following performances per year: Fall Violin performance, Celebrate the Arts, and Spring Concert
Present one Winter informance during the school day & one school assembly
Provide parent education in the form of electronic and print resources
Communicate regularly to parents and faculty
Collaborate with colleagues and administration
Perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Teaching certification preferred, with a JX/JQ Music (K-12) endorsement
Suzuki certification or experience using these approaches with young children
School strings/orchestra teaching experience
Experience teaching K - 3rd Grade students
Availability to teach 4 or 5 afternoons per week

Applying for the position

Interested candidates should submit letter of interest, resume and references online at https://www.dcds.edu/about/careers

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