What are the responsibilities and job description for the Music Teacher position at Lima Christian School?
Job Title
Full-time K-12 Music Teacher
Mission
The mission of Lima Christian School is to provide academic excellence, a nurturing environment, and strong community to help students discover their God-given talents and prepare them for a life honoring Jesus Christ.
The philosophy of education at Lima Christian School is based on the Bible as the inspired and only infallible, authoritative Word of God. The curriculum of Lima Christian School places God in the center of all things (Colossians 2:3; Proverbs 1:7). Lima Christian School exists to support parents in the training of their children in the truth of God as revealed through Scripture.
The five core values of Lima Christian School are Honoring God, Pursuing Excellence,
Nurturing Hearts, Cultivating Leaders, and Fostering Community.
Expectations
We expect all teachers to be Christ-centered, educated, kind, loving, fun, professional and creative. Teachers should instill a love of learning in their students and focus on helping each individual student learn at his or her own pace. Furthermore, potential candidates should have the capacity to develop strong, positive relationships with students and demonstrate compassion and care. Employees must embrace a growth mindset and work to improve student achievement. All teachers should be reliable and independent. They must have an understanding of team ministry and value a team approach. Teachers should welcome the opportunity to witness their Christian faith to others.
Job Description
The teacher will be responsible for planning and teaching lessons that are equivalent to NY
State Standards and LCS Student Expected Outcomes for K-12 music classes (specific classes to be determined). The applicant should be comfortable with building from an established curriculum to make it their own. The applicant will teach classroom material as well as run chorus and choir groups. The applicant will be responsible for conducting choral concerts. He or she will create an environment that is conducive to the academic, social, and spiritual growth of the students. In addition to teaching, he or she will be responsible for communicating effectively with students and parents regarding progress, and collaborating with other LCS staff in order to meet schoolwide curriculum goals. Strong writing skills are necessary, experience is preferred, and a bachelor’s degree and commencement towards certification (NY State and/or
ACSI) is mandatory.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25,000.00 - $25,500.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25,000 - $25,500
