ALCS Music Teacher (26-27)

Music Teacher (Early Childhood & Elementary)

Reports to School Principal

Full-time (1.0 FTE; Average 40 Hours/Week School Year Contract/Calendar)

Summary of Position

The music teacher helps students discover the world of music through a comprehensive musical education program.  This position helps students explore their musical skills and grow in their enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through a variety of planned experiences which include singing, moving to music, playing instruments and worshiping in chapel.  Music teachers will work collaboratively to ensure a cohesive K3-12 music program that aligns with ALCS’s educational objectives.  Music teachers are expected to actively contribute to chapel services and other spiritual development activities.

Required Education

• Have obtained a Bachelor’s degree; preference given to music or music education degrees


• Preference is given to candidates with state-level teacher certification
  

Please review our Statement of Faith (click to review prior to completing application)

Required Spiritual Qualifications

All faculty and staff shall:

• Have received Jesus Christ as his/her Savior


• Believe that the Bible is God’s Word and standard for faith and daily living


• Be in agreement with school’s Statement of Faith and Christian philosophy of education


• Be a Christian role model in attitude, speech, and actions toward others. This includes being committed to God’s Biblical standards for sexual conduct.  Luke 6:40


• Be a member in good standing at a local church that has a Statement of Faith in significant agreement with the school’s Statement of Faith


• Show by example the importance of Scripture study and memorization, prayer, witnessing, and unity in the Body of Christ


• Have the spiritual maturity, academic ability, and personal leadership qualities to “train up a child in the way he should go”

Other Required Qualifications

All faculty shall:

• Recognize the role of parents as primarily responsible before God for their children’s education and be prepared to assist them in that task


• Place his/her teaching ministry ahead of other jobs or volunteer activities


• Demonstrate a love of children and heart to serve others


• Maintain a professional demeanor and appearance


• Respectfully submit and be loyal to authority


• Refuse to use or circulate confidential information inappropriately


• Avoid gossip and practice Biblical conflict resolution (Matthew 18)

Essential Job Functions

Music Teachers shall:

• Reflect on the purpose of the school, which is to honor Christ in every class and in every activity


• Motivate students to accept God’s gift of salvation and help them grow in their faith through their witness and Christian role modeling


• Lead students to a realization of their self-worth in Christ


• Integrate Biblical principles and the Christian philosophy of education throughout the curriculum and activities


• Keep proper discipline in the classrooms and on the school premises to promote a healthy learning environment


• Plans a balanced music program, and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal, and instruction can be accomplished


• Teach music theory, including rhythm, melody, pitch, and tempo


• Teach students to play instruments


• Lead rehearsals for school performances


• Direct and coordinate school musical performances ensuring exceptional quality


• Organize and execute musical events and concerts that showcase students’ talents.


• Collaborate with other faculty and leadership to coordinate a family and community engagement event that highlights music and other area of fine arts education.


• Plays a key role as a part of a creative team in the planning and production of annual play or musical


• Leads worship for weekly preschool and elementary chapels.


• Assess the learning of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required


• Maintain regular and accurate attendance and grade records to meet demands for a comprehensive knowledge of each student’s progress


• Help prepare/set up classrooms and learning spaces prior to the first day of school


• Set up classroom or equipment as needed prior to class


• Establish and enforce rules of conduct for activities; teach safety skills


• Adapt activities to students’ special needs; develop appropriate modifications when required


• Monitor use and care of equipment, materials, and facilities

Position Start:  August 1, 2026