General Description and Qualifications: King’s Way Christian Schools is a private, Christian school dedicated to serving students from 12 months through 12th grade located in beautiful Vancouver, Washington. King’s Way partners with families to provide a Christ-centered education for the whole child, leading to life change in each student.

We are currently seeking a Band Director to join our vibrant Fine Arts Department. As a Christian teacher the successful candidate shall prayerfully assist students from 5th Grade through High School to develop the musical skills necessary to be successful individual and ensemble performers. This position supports the core values of King’s Way Christian Schools, possessing spiritual maturity and musical passion to provide students with opportunities to continue to grow in their relationship with God through the musical arts.

Job Duties

• Provide age appropriate band instruction. Classes may include 5th grade beginners, 6th grade band, 7th-8th grade band, High School band, and other performance groups as agreed to with Administration such as Jazz, pep, etc.
• Teach in a manner that maximizes student achievement and provides equitable and challenging learning experiences for all students, exemplifying excellence (as defined by McEwan-Adkins, Marzano and Danielson)
• Instruct on quality sound production, rhythm, reading music, ensemble performance, etc. including music selection for varying group skill levels
• Select music, prepare and support at least two annual on-campus concerts
• Organize activities for each band including field trips and off-campus performances, including communication with parents, students, and administration
• Develop and oversee regular student performance opportunities at after hour events such as home athletic events, community engagement events etc.
• Supervise students, student teachers, teacher aides, student aides, and volunteers
• Attend School Sponsored & Milestone Events (based on teaching assignment)
• Seek to role-model a consistent daily walk with Jesus Christ and provide for the spiritual nurture of students
• Demonstrate a spirit of cooperation with the administration

Position Details: Salary is based upon education and experience ranging from $43,000 - $83,000/year. Certificated staff receive 12-month pro-rated salary and are designated as overtime-exempt employees.

The school year work calendar for faculty is 183 working days, 7.5 hours per day, which includes a minimum 30 minute duty free lunch break. Start time is generally 15 minutes before school starts, and end time is generally 30 minutes after release. Additionally, 45 to 60 minutes can be scheduled 1 or 2 days per week for staff or other meetings. Non-student working days, including professional development and conferences, etc. are as assigned by principals.

This position requires additional hours outside of the standard school day for performances, festivals, and other student opportunities; includes associated stipend pay.

Benefits

The following benefits described are for typical full-time employees. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work.

King’s Way Christian Schools is proud to provide a well rounded compensation package that includes:

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance; 403(b) retirement plan with an employer match of 100% up to a maximum of 5% of gross wages; supplemental insurance for Life, AD&D, Long Term care, Long-term disability and cancer insurance; Tuition discounts; paid leave plans; and continuing education opportunities.

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in related field; valid teaching certificate with appropriate endorsements preferred but not required;
• Commitment to the mission, vision, and core values of King’s Way Christian Schools;
• Ability to use a variety of technology effectively for instruction including but not limited to Google Suite, ALMA (SIS), Google Classroom (LMS), and Canvas (LMS);
• 2 years of successful experience as a band teacher is preferred;
• Ability to establish and maintain positive partnerships with parent community;
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing;
• Commitment to continuous improvement and professional development;
• The candidate selected for this position will be required to pass a background check;
• Reports to Fine & Performing Arts Director

About King's Way Christian Schools

OUR MISSION King’s Way partners with families to provide a Christ-centered education for the whole child, leading to life change in each student. KING’S WAY CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS REPRESENTS OVER FOUR DECADES OF AFFORDABLE CHRISTIAN CARE AND EDUCATION Today, we serve 969 students from 12 months through 12th grade Here at King’s Way, we are dedicated to providing our students with a Christian education. We believe a Christian school is more than adding Bible classes to a regular school curriculum. It is our desire to help students grow personally in their relationship with the Lord, their peers, and with those in authority, whether in the classroom, on the playground, or on the playing field. Our small classes ensure that a student’s individual progress, concerns and successes are easily tracked by faculty and administration. The quality and passion of our staff and faculty help to build a culture that will prepare our students to make an impact on the world around them by assuring each child of their potential and assisting them in reaching their goals. LOCATED IN THE BEAUTIFUL PACIFIC NORTHWEST Our campus is located in Vancouver, WA. Nestled in an area just down the street from ...the 78th Street Heritage Farm that ties back to the community's rich farming history. We are minutes to downtown Vancouver and urban centers, surrounded by plenty of cute and unique neighborhoods all with convenient freeway access to visit neighboring communities, or travel a little further for your weekend excursions to the mountains, the beach, or maybe a forest lake!

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