Instrumental Music Teacher (Part-Time)

Milpitas Christian School partners with parents to equip our students with an excellent education (Preschool to Grade 5) integrated with a biblical worldview. Our mission is "equipping followers of Christ to transform their world."

POSITION SUMMARY

The Part-Time Instrumental Music teacher is responsible for building music and implementing education curriculum for elementary school students. They will motivate students and guide students through practices and performances, while emphasizing the importance of music as part of a well-rounded education.

Report to: Principal

Parameters of Employment: Hourly

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develops students' musical strengths and capabilities on an individuals and group basis;
• Maintains an effective learning environment for students with available school resources;
• Models high standards of classroom behavior for students;
• Manages instrumental music programs including Recorders and Elementary Band;
• Provides opportunities for music ensembles;
• Maintains a flexible schedule to assist students and parents outside regular school hours as needed;
• Regularly communicates with parents regarding individual students' progress;
• Develops and implements music curriculum to cover music theory, and history;
• Submits lessons plans for review on a weekly basis;
• Collaborates with the Choral Teacher in teaching recorder program to the third grade students;
• Tracks classroom records as required by law, school policy and regulation;
• Procures instructional materials and equipment as needed;
• Manages the Music Education program budget with assistance from the Head of School;
• Organizes and conducts the Winter Concert, Recorder Concert and Spring Concert;
• Participates in faculty and department meetings as scheduled;
• Attends educational workshops and stays up to date with professional journals;
• Collaborates with school staff to plan instructional goals, objectives, and methods;
• Participates in school development programs including constituency relations, fundraising, and student recruitment and retention;
• Participates in end-of-year procedures including textbook inventory, ordering materials; and
• Supervises recess, arrival and dismissal, and extracurricular activities;

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands/conditions described below are representative of those that must be met/tolerated

by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations

may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. (Examples)

• Sitting at a desk for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
• Using a keyboard to perform research, and to communicate through written means for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
• Looking at a computer monitor for sometimes long and continuous periods of time;
• Continuously standing and speaking audibly;
• Routinely reaching and climbing stairs;
• Occasionally sitting, squatting, bending, twisting, walking, reaching, and stooping; lifting and carrying; and
• Exposure to low to moderate noise level.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Be a professing believer of Jesus Christ;
• Sign and follow MCS Statement of Faith & Morality & Ethical Integrity Policy;
• Excellent oral and written skills, organizational skills, and the ability to interact effectively with coworkers, students, families, and outside contacts are essential;
• Possess an authentic fulfillment in working with children while loving them and serving in the calling of Christian Education.

EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in music education or a related field required.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS

• Current valid CA or other state teaching credential preferred;
• Obtain ACSI Certification within 1 year;
• Prior music education experience preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Preferred prior classroom teaching experience is preferred.

KEY SKILLS SET

• Ability to engage students in a school environment while serving in the calling of Christian Education;
• Knowledge of age-appropriate teaching methods, state curriculum standards, education code, and appropriate instructional subjects;
• Must exhibit a high level of confidentiality;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to interact with coworkers, students, families, and outside contacts;
• Strong organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills; and
• Team player.

Required Documents

• MCS Employment Application
• Two Letters of Reference (optional)
• Copy of College Transcripts
• Current Resume

Send Required Documents to HRManager@MilpitasChristian.org

Milpitas Christian School is a 501(c)(3) religious corporation.