Faculty - High School - Music/Theatre Arts

Description

Christian Academy of Knoxville (CAK) seeks a passionate and skilled High School Music/Theater Arts Teacher to cultivate an engaging and dynamic arts program. This individual will lead Worship, Choir, Ensemble, and Musical Theater courses, fostering both technical excellence and creative expression among students.

The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in music education, expertise in vocal and instrumental instruction, and experience directing musical theater productions. Beyond classroom teaching, they will inspire and mentor students, nurturing their artistic development and instilling a deep appreciation for music and theater.

The successful candidate will be committed to integrating faith-based principles into the curriculum, creating an enriching environment that supports students' spiritual and artistic growth.

Requirements

A successful teacher at Christian Academy of Knoxville (CAK) will possess a deep understanding of subject-specific content and effective instructional strategies, complemented by strong organizational and communication skills. Additionally, they should be well-versed in current research on learning and brain development, applying these insights to enhance student engagement and achievement in the classroom.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Music Education, Music Performance, Theater Arts, or related field.
• Teaching certification/license (preferred).
• Proven experience teaching music and/or theater at the high school level.
• Strong musical proficiency in vocal and instrumental performance.
• Experience directing musical theater productions, including staging, choreography, and music direction.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and parents.
• Commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Instruct and engage students through demonstrations, discussions, using visual aids, and other effective teaching methods for student comprehension.
• Prepare course objectives and an outline for the course of study following the curriculum guidelines or requirements of the state and school.
• Carefully monitor data regarding student progress and make necessary instructional adjustments to ensure student success.
• Administer assessments to evaluate student progress, record results, and develop reports to inform parents of progress.
• Maintain classroom standards, including keeping attendance records, ensuring discipline in the classroom, and assigning lessons.
• Communicate regularly with families as partners in the education of their children.
• Welcome opportunities and actively participate in faculty and professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops.
• Perform related duties such as sponsoring one or more activities or student organizations, and assisting students in selecting courses of study.
• Provide collaborative support to teachers, staff, and parents.
• Be proactive, with excellent critical thinking and communication skills.
• Demonstrate strong written, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Have strong attention to detail/accuracy, timely implementation, and quality performance.
• Consistently demonstrates impeccable honesty, integrity, discretion, and sound judgment in all interactions.
• Meet high professional standards of behavior and dress.

The Christian Academy of Knoxville (CAK) teacher must be a spiritually sensitive individual who understands the mission and philosophy of the school. The teacher must be a born-again Christian with spiritual maturity and the academic and leadership abilities necessary to teach God’s truth. Skills in effective communication with diverse individuals, appropriate handling of confidential information, and maintaining a courteous, professional, and respectful attitude, along with integrity in all situations, are prerequisites.