Music Teacher

Music Teacher – Job Description

Title: Music Teacher

Supervisor: Principal

Status: Part-Time

Pay: $20 per hour

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The teacher is a competent leader who shepherds the students placed in his/her care. In caring for students, special attention is given to each student’s needs.

SPIRITUAL

• Leads by example in showing the importance of involvement in a Bible-believing church, Scripture memorization, Bible study, prayer, and witnessing
• Driven to lead others to accept God’s gift of salvation in Jesus Christ and encouraging them to growth in their faith
• Seeks to maintain a healthy, Biblical balance between God, family, church, and calling
• Models a life characterized by Biblical principles in relation to discipleship, attitude, speech and actions
• Manages conflict in dealing with students, parents, staff and administration by employing the Matthew 18 principle

PROFESSIONAL

• Stays current in field via conferences, seminars, CEU’s, etc.
• Knows and follows all Board of Education and Administrative policies and Procedures (Staff, Parent/Student, Crisis, and Activities Handbook)
• Promotes unity and kindness within the school through participating in meetings, the sharing and receiving of ideas, and maintaining a spirit of collegiality
• Effectively and appropriately communicates with students, parents, staff and administration in a clear and timely manner
• Organizes, maintains, and manages every area of their domain; to include attendance and grade records, lesson planning, and calendars

RELATIONAL

• Demonstrates Christ-like love for others within CCA and throughout the community
• Accepts and respects each student and assists them in reaching their fullest potential
• Exhibits the fruits of the Spirit in their relationships with others
• Maintains confidentiality
• Promotes the uniqueness of CCA and represents the school in a favorable and professional manner to all

JOB SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach music two times a week for K-7th grades
• Lead chapel for the students weekly
• Pick curriculum with the principal for programs and events
• Lead music at concerts or events that is directed by the board or administration
• Maintains a classroom atmosphere that is conducive to optimal learning
• Uses effective, consistent and fair administration of discipline
• Establishes and executes classroom routines, expectations, and procedures
• Demonstrates an appropriate level of knowledge in his/her subject area
• Maintains a classroom atmosphere characterized by joy and enthusiasm
• Provides effective introductions, explanations, and summaries of instruction material to aid in student comprehension
• A teacher’s life should reflect that of Jesus Christ