Part-Time Band Teacher

Position Description

Summit Classical Academy, a Christ-centered school rooted in the classical tradition, seeks a skilled and passionate Part-Time Band Teacher to enrich our music program. The ideal candidate will guide students in discovering the harmony and discipline of music as a reflection of God’s beauty, fostering both technical proficiency and a love for artistic expression.

This position involves directing the school band for students in middle and high school, teaching foundational and advanced instrumental skills, and preparing students for performances throughout the year. The teacher will integrate classical pedagogy with a Christian worldview, emphasizing music’s role in cultivating virtue and glorifying God.

Responsibilities:

• Direct and instruct the school band, including rehearsal planning and conducting performances.
• Develop and implement a curriculum that encompasses various musical styles, with an emphasis on classical and sacred music.
• Prepare students for concerts, festivals, and other musical events, ensuring performances reflect our commitment to excellence and Biblical values.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate music into the broader educational experience.
• Maintain and organize music resources and instruments.
• Participate in school events when appropriate, including chapel services where music plays a role.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field.
• Experience in directing a school band at the middle or high school level.
• Proficiency in playing at least one band instrument, with the ability to teach multiple instruments.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• A commitment to faith in Jesus Christ and the integration of Biblical principles in education.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A commitment to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior
• Experience with classical music and sacred music repertoires.
• Familiarity with classical education principles and the trivium.
• Ability to conduct small ensembles as well as full bands.

Personal Attributes:

• Passion for music education and student development in a Christian context.
• Enthusiasm for leading young musicians in both performance and personal growth.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students of varying skill levels.

To Apply:

A cover letter expressing your interest and alignment with our mission
Completion of a teacher application
Please send all materials and inquiries to [email protected].

About Summit Classical Academy:

Our mission is to produce students who learn continually, listen intently, articulate precisely, love rightly, contend gracefully, and live purposefully for the glory of God and the good of others. We aim to build community and serve our community by partnering with parents in the education of their children, striving to develop all aspects of the student’s potential. We provide a classical Christian education in a peaceful and inspiring environment, maintaining a high standard of expectations for our students, teachers, and leaders, all for the glory of God. We believe that God made us on purpose and for a purpose, and our identity is defined by who God says we are. Living within His perfect design creates the best life possible for ourselves, our families, and our communities. Our goal is to help students reach their personal summits, become the men and women God designed them to be in all aspects of life, and to love the right things in the proper order.