Music Teacher

Grace Church•Eden Prairie, MN

About The Position

The Toddler and Preschool Music Teacher introduces children ages 1–5 to music and worship through singing, instruments, movement, and play. The position teaches music classes for toddlers through Pre-K and leads chapel for all grade levels. This is a year-round, part-time role scheduled from 8:45 a.m. to 2:15 p.m., totaling 27.5 hours per week. The position may grow as Grace Beginnings Academy continues to grow. The teacher creates a Christ-centered learning environment, develops music lessons aligned with the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress, and differentiates instruction for students’ needs. The role also includes planning and performing three annual programs, communicating with families, maintaining a safe and orderly classroom, meeting licensing requirements, and attending required training, staff meetings, and school community events.

Requirements

Meet licensing guidelines for lead qualification.
Have knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices for teaching children ages 1–5.
Ability to frequently sit on the floor, stand, bend, and actively lead movements for extended periods.
Have a heart and mission to reach the next generation with the Gospel.
Be able to clearly articulate the Gospel to a young child.
Exhibit a meaningful and growing personal relationship with Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, evidenced by the manifestation of the fruit of the Holy Spirit.
Exhibit a lifestyle appropriate to a person in public Christian ministry and conduct life with utmost integrity in all situations.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Music Education, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Create a Christ-centered learning environment where children ages 1–5 learn to worship through music.
Develop and plan classroom music lessons using rhythm, instruments, movement, singing, and play, aligned with the Early Childhood Indicators of Progress.
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of students in the classroom.
Connect with other Christian early childhood programs in the surrounding area.
Plan, teach, and perform three programs throughout the year: Christmas (Infant–PreK), Sing for Joy! (Toddlers–Preschool), and Graduation (PreK).
Lead and plan chapel for all grade levels.
Communicate monthly with families about music class and chapel through grade-level newsletters.
Meet with parents informally and formally throughout the year as needed.
Follow the Preschool Director’s directives to maintain high classroom standards and provide a quality learning experience.
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom and complete duties required to keep the facility orderly.
Address behavioral issues with Christ-centered love, respect, and patience.
Attend required training and staff meetings throughout the year.
Attend school community events throughout the year, including events outside scheduled hours.
Maintain regular, consistent, and punctual attendance.
Maintain licensing compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.