Music Instructor

Seeds of Faith Christian Academy; Creekside (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Seeds of Faith Christian Academy is seeking a passionate Music Instructor to join our team. The role involves teaching General Music (K-4), Middle/High School Music (5-12), Chorus (5-12), and Band (4-12), with emphasis on a faith-based approach and student engagement.

The ideal candidate will design engaging lessons that foster academic, social, and spiritual growth, while maintaining classroom discipline and collaborating with families and administration.

Qualifications

• Design and implement grade-appropriate curricula with biblical principles.
• Plan engaging classwork, projects, tests, and quizzes.
• Maintain student records and performance data.
• Model positive behavior and create a safe, supportive classroom.
• Communicate effectively with parents.

Responsibilities

• Design engaging, biblical curricula for K-12 courses.
• Plan meaningful classwork, homework, tests, and quizzes.
• Maintain records in school systems (FACTS).
• Maintain a safe, respectful classroom with positive interactions.
• Communicate with parents about student progress.
• Be present at school events and perform duties as needed.

Skills

Music background

Christian faith

Curriculum planning

Communication with parents

Classroom management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree or teaching license (preferred)

Job description

Seeds of Faith Christian Academy is seeking a passionate Music Instructor to join our outstanding team of faculty. The ideal candidate will have both enthusiasm for music, as well as the ability to develop engaging lessons which foster academic, social, and spiritual growth in students of various ages.

Courses to be taught by the instructor include: General Music (K - 4), Middle/High School Music (5 - 12), Chorus (5 -12), Band (4 – 12)

Reports to: the Principal/Administrator

Essential duties of the Music Instructor:

• Designing engaging, grade-appropriate curricula that incorporate biblical principles and encourage a personal relationship with Jesus.
• Planning meaningful and educational classwork, projects, homework, tests, and quizzes.
• Keeping record of student activities and performance in accordance with school policies via FACTS management system
• Maintaining a safe, orderly, and supportive classroom by modeling expected behavior standards and promoting positive interactions.
• Communicating effectively with parents.
• Being present at some school functions and preforming additional teacher duties as needed.

What you’ll bring:

• A high school diploma or equivalent and a proven background in music/theater.
• An active Christian witness including regular church attendance and agreement with our Statement of Faith
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Nurturing demeanor and love of children
• Preferred qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and/or teaching license