Citizen, Scholar, Steward

Lower School JK-4 Music Teacher

KCD has an opening for a general music teacher in its lower school for the 2024-25 school year. The ideal candidate will be passionate about developing creative lessons for young children that are grounded in the Orff Schulwerk approach to teaching and learning. Children in this program will sing, move, play, and create in every lesson. It is expected that such musical learning can culminate in both informal and formal performances throughout the school year. Experience in developing cross-curricular units of study is also a plus. A bachelor’s degree in music education is required along with Orff Schulwerk Level I training. Level II training and a minimum of two years of teaching experience are preferred. Cover letter, résumé, and statement of educational philosophy should be sent to personnel@kcd.org. Preferred application deadline is February 16, 2024.
 
Kentucky Country Day School offers a comprehensive benefit package to all eligible, full-time employees the first day of hire. Including a generous retirement match up to 7.5%, relocation assistance, 50% tuition discount, and free lunch everyday school is in session.
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4100 Springdale Road • Louisville, KY 40241 • (502) 423-0440 • Fax (502) 423-0445
Kentucky Country Day School is a private JK–12, coeducational school located on a spacious 80+ acre campus in Louisville, KY. KCD combines a rigorous academic program with a wide variety of athletic and extracurricular programs. Our outstanding faculty creates an intimate learning environment that is both challenging and supportive.