Middle School & High School Band Teacher 

Summary:

This part-time middle school and high school band teacher are responsible for providing classroom instruction that builds upon the improvement and appreciation of band instruction for 5th-12th grade students. This teacher helps students grow in their enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through various planned music experiences, including playing instruments, listening to music, understanding and reading music, and performing. In addition to the instruction of music appreciation, the teacher’s role is to help students develop a biblical worldview in all areas of the curriculum and to help them internalize the subject matter, skills, and attitudes that will prepare them for Christian living.

The duties of the Christian school teacher can be both rewarding and challenging. Classroom sizes are often smaller and more easily managed. However, the workload is heavier because the teacher often teaches more material with fewer prep periods. Ultimately, this extra work is worthwhile because teaching in a Christian classroom allows the teacher to address the child's holistic needs (i.e., spiritually, mentally, physically, and emotionally).

Major Duties:

Curriculum, Subject Content, and Developmental Needs: The teacher demonstrates an understanding of the curriculum, subject content, and the developmental needs of students by providing relevant learning experiences.

• Demonstrates knowledge and skills relevant to the subject area(s) taught.
• Effectively addresses appropriate curriculum standards.
• Understands the age group's intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development.

Instructional Planning & Delivery: The teacher plans to use appropriate curricula, instructional strategies, and resources to address the needs of all students and includes biblical integration.

• Designs instruction based upon knowledge of subject matter, students, and curriculum standards and goals.
• Identifies and plans for all students' instructional and development needs, including remedial and high achievers.
• Demonstrates the ability to evaluate and refine existing materials and to create new materials when necessary.
• Uses materials, technology, and resources to provide learning experiences that challenge, motivate, and actively involve the learner.
• Demonstrates ability to engage and maintain students’ attention and to recapture or refocus it as necessary.

Student Assessment & Achievement: The teacher systematically gathers, analyzes, and uses data to measure student progress, guide instruction, and provide timely feedback.

• Maintains a record of sufficient assessment data to support accurate student progress reporting.
• Re-teaches material and/or accelerates instruction based on assessment.
• Gathers and analyzes data on student academic achievement through standardized test results and other student performance sources.
• Initiates communication and responds to families concerning student assessment, progress, or problems in a timely and confidential matter. 

Classroom Environment: The teacher provides a safe, Christ-centered, academically challenging, and respectful environment. 

• Promotes a climate of trust and teamwork within the classroom.
• Establishes and maintains effective classroom rules and procedures, communicating them to students and families.
• Maintains a clean and well-ordered classroom.

Extra-Curricular Activities

• Accepts a shared responsibility for extra-curricular activities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required for the Position:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Music or Education.
• Several years of experience working with and developing young people (i.e., classroom, tutoring, and after-school program). 
• Extensive knowledge of music theory and how it applies to young learners.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Word and email.
• Good communication skills and professional personal presentation. 
• Must be able to manage sensitive developments regarding staff and students.
• Ability to organize and plan a variety of duties simultaneously.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and juggle multiple priorities.
• Ability to provide specific attention to detail. 
• Ability to be flexible and customer-oriented.
• Be a committed Christian passionate about promoting Christian education and fully agreeing and supporting the school’s Statement of Faith.

Additional Requirements:

The Teacher must have received Jesus Christ as Savior and Lord and shall be a member in good standing in a church of like faith and practice. The teacher shall have spiritual, academic, and leadership abilities. The teacher shall reflect the purpose of the school to honor Christ in every class and activity.

The Teacher shall be a college graduate evaluated by the administration to be capable of giving effective instruction to students at the assigned grade and subject level and called by God to the Christian school teaching profession. The teacher must seek and maintain certification from the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).

Supervisory Controls: Supervised by the Principal.