Middle & High School Band Teacher - Long-Term Substitute

Covenant Day School; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Covenant Day School in Matthews, NC seeks a long-term middle and high school band substitute teacher to cover 6th–8th and 9th–12th grade bands from September through November 2026. The position is temporary and salaried (exempt), reporting to the fine arts director.

The successful candidate will integrate biblical worldview, use technology to support lessons, manage student progress and behavior, and communicate with families, all while modeling Christian principles within a collaborative fine

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Teaching experience or band directing experience highly desirable.
• Understanding of teaching with biblical worldview and integration.
• Committed follower of Jesus Christ.
• Ability to connect with middle and high school youth.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Willingness to work collaboratively.
• Proficiency with classroom technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach band courses as assigned, selecting instructional resources with class and student needs.
• Regularly incorporate biblical integration and worldview into teaching content.
• Use various technologies to support classroom learning.
• Deliver lesson plans and communicate learning goals for activities.
• Prepare classroom and materials for activities.
• Observe student progress and assist with preparation for performances.
• Manage and guide student behavior and provide feedback on progress.
• Communicate with parents regarding student needs and progress.
• Model Christian service and principles to students and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned by the fine arts director.

Skills

Biblical worldview

Band teaching

Classroom management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Initiative

Technology in teaching

Christian service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree preferred

Teaching experience or band directing experience

Tools

Educational technology

Computer skills

Job description

Covenant Day School is seeking a long-term middle and high school band substitute teacher to teach our 6th – 8th grade band students as well as our 9th – 12th grade band students from approximately September through November 2026. The substitute is committed to fulfilling our mission within our community of students and families while serving as part of the fine arts faculty team. Reporting to the fine arts director, this role is temporary and salaried (exempt).

At Covenant Day School, our vision is to transform hearts and minds for the glory of Jesus Christ. We desire to carry out this vision as a unified and diverse covenant school community that seeks to love the Lord with heart, soul and mind, love our neighbor as ourselves and demonstrate the “more excellent way” that only comes though the gospel of Jesus Christ. We are committed to welcoming one another, to striving to honor each other consistently, to walking in humility toward one another, and to examining the Scriptures with one another.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Duties Include:

• Teach band courses as assigned, selecting instructional resources based on class and individual student needs and in collaboration with other faculty.
• Regularly incorporate biblical integration and worldview naturally into teaching content.
• Use various technologies to support classroom learning.
• Deliver lesson plans and communicate learning goals for various activities.
• Prepare classroom and other materials for activities.
• Observe student progress and assist them in preparation for various musical performances.
• Manage and guide student behavior; provide feedback to students on their work and progress and encouraging them in their efforts.
• Communicate with parents regarding student needs and progress.
• Have an attitude of Christian service and modeling Christian principles and behavior to students and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned by the fine arts director.

Qualifications

• Committed follower of Jesus Christ reflecting a desire to serve Him and others in work and life.
• Eager to serve in a Christian learning environment, modeling diligence, perseverance, resilience, patience, courage, and Christian discipleship.
• Bachelor’s degree required, advanced degree preferred; teaching experience or experience directing band is highly desirable.
• An understanding of teaching with biblical worldview and integration.
• Positive attitude and a genuine love for and ability to connect with middle and high school youth.
• Passion for learning, strong classroom management skills, and a willingness to work collaboratively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively and professionally with students, parents, and faculty/staff.
• Demonstrated ability to serve with initiative and pro-active approaches.
• Computer skills as applicable for effective teaching.