Vocal Music Teacher - Elementary K - 3

CRISTA Ministries•Shoreline, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The elementary vocal music teacher provides developmentally appropriate instruction for students in Kindergarten through Third Grade. He/she will report directly to the elementary principals in the coordination of concerts, facilities and curriculum. The music specialist will adhere and fulfill all expectations and requirements of their job description. This role involves Christ-centered leadership, educating students in a manner consistent with Christian tenets, integrating faith and learning, and demonstrating knowledge of the Bible. The teacher will engage and inspire the academic, spiritual, and emotional growth of students, and be available to lead staff devotionals and prayer. The position also focuses on discipleship and spiritual development, modeling a personal Christian faith, and contributing to the spiritual, intellectual, social, and physical welfare of students. The teacher will instruct and support students' spiritual formation and lead meetings in prayer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, Vocal Music, Elementary Education, or related field.
Teaching elementary students preferred
Maintain professional certification and endorsements as required by King’s Schools and the State of Washington.
CPR/First AID/AED Training.
Microsoft Suite, including Teams, Office 365
Follow procedures outlined in the employee’s handbook as well as follow Residents’ Rights policies.
Come to work as scheduled and demonstrate dependability and punctuality.
Ability to pass background checks relating to DSHS Secretary’s List of Crimes and Negative Actions. ( WAC 388-113 ).
Read, write, communicate in and interpret English at a functional level (i.e.: read and comprehend usage instructions for cleaning products, verbally communicate with clarity, understand and explain information to our residents).
Interact with a wide variety of people, particularly the elderly and their family members.
Able to solve problems and work independently.
Able to multitask and use discretion on what task requires a higher priority.
Able to work collaboratively with supervisor, coworkers, and residents.
Belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior.
Is a committed Christian who is dedicated to continued spiritual growth and development as evidenced through a growing personal walk with God (e.g. daily spiritual rhythms of prayer, fellowship, Bible study, etc.).
Prayerfully seeks God’s will in their own lives and in their ministry at CRISTA.
Engages our ministry including staff and colleagues through prayer, participation in spiritual practices, leading devotionals and other spiritual practices.
Affirms, aligns with and supports CRISTA’s Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Statement (CCC).
Conducts themselves in a manner which reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).
Demonstrates the values of a CRISTA leader.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree from accredited college or university recognized by the United States Department of Education or equivalent Preferred.
Kodaly method is preferred, not required.
Open to learn and take Kodaly methods workshops throughout the year.
Teaching Certificate
One Drive, FACTS

Responsibilities

Maintains professional standards.
Coordinates and teaches the vocal music classes curriculum and programs for elementary.
Works with the principals and faculty members.
Integrates movement, instruments and active participation.
Builds relationships and connections with students, parents and faculty/staff.
Assesses student growth and provides feedback.
Helps students recognize music as a part of God’s creation and a means of worship and expression.
Notify the office if leaving campus during the school day.
Organizes and conducts music programs and 4 concerts per year at the primary level (kindergarten and elementary).
Is responsible for setting up and taking down needed equipment for programs, scheduling practices, preparing program for printing and informing parents and faculty of students involved.
Coordinates volunteers as needed.
Assists in supervising activities where a cooperative teacher effort is needed.
Advises and participates in extracurricular activities, committees, staff meetings, professional development and programs.
Informs the administrative assistants or principals immediately if unable to fulfill any duty assigned.
In case of absence, notify principals as early as possible; prepare information and materials for the substitute teacher.
Prior approval required for music program purchases.
Perform other duties as assigned
Conduct that reflects well on CRISTA Ministries and aligns with its mission, vision, Statement of Faith and Christian Community Representative Commitment (CCC).