2024 – 2025 PRIVATE SCHOOL JOBS

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VANGUARD COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL – WACO

Music Program Coordinator

 

Career Opportunity Announcement
Vanguard College Preparatory School in Waco, TX is seeking a passionate and knowledgeable Music Program Coordinator to join our faculty. This position is responsible for teaching middle and high school orchestra, including a string and wind ensemble, and coordinating other ensembles such as percussion ensemble and choir. This can be a part-time or full-time position depending on skill set and availability.

The ideal candidate works well as part of a team and utilizes best practices in a creative and practice-based learning environment with an emphasis on developing curiosity and musicianship in students. Benefits and competitive pay are included in compensation.

Opportunities to coach chamber music or participate in other extracurricular activities outside of orchestra are also available.

Position Begins: August 1, 2025

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and direct engaging rehearsals that align with state and curricular standards for each ensemble.
• Foster a classroom environment that promotes solo practice, positive self-critique, active listening, and problem-solving skills.
• Encourage positive competition on an individual and ensemble level.
• Establish and maintain a positive, inclusive, and respectful classroom culture.
• Utilize hands-on, inquiry-based learning experiences.
• Assess/monitor student progress through assignments, performances, and other summative musical experiences.
• Coordinate meaningful performance schedules as a team player under the leadership of the Fine Arts Department Head.
• Integrate technology, interactive tools, and creative play to enhance the learning environment.
• Provide regular communication with students, parents, and colleagues regarding musical progress and classroom expectations.
• Collaborate with fellow faculty and staff to enhance curriculum and school programs.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school events.
• Serve as a mentor or advisor to students, fostering a supportive and inclusive classroom culture.
• Support extracurricular programs through coaching, club sponsorship, or other leadership roles
  (optional).

Preferred Qualifications & Skills include:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in music education or performance
• Experience in ensemble teaching or coaching at the high school and/or middle school level
• Ability to engage students in multiple levels of music simultaneously
• Strong classroom management skills and a student-centered teaching approach
• Models and guides proper behaviors
• Excellent communication, organization, and collaboration skills

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

To Apply, complete and submit the VCPS Application, Resume, Letter of Interest, and Letter of Reference to

https://vanguard.org/contact-vanguard/employment-opportunities/

Criminal Background Check and Drug Testing are qualifiers for all applicants. Full-time Benefits: Retirement Plan, Health Insurance, Reduced Summer Office Hours (certain weeks off in summer), Vacation Aligns with School Holidays (27-days vacation), Family Supportive Work Environment Vanguard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to treat all employees and applicants fairly and equitably and in doing so, comply with all applicable federal and state laws relative to employment.
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Why Vanguard?
Vanguard College Preparatory School is a non-parochial, independent school in Waco, Texas that prepares our students for academic success and fulfilling lives. The foundation of the Vanguard experience is based on our core values – rigor, responsibility, and respect. The community of Vanguard students, faculty, administrators, and parents are committed to a personalized learning experience that prepares each student to excel at the collegiate level. This commitment is what truly
makes Vanguard Waco’s best high school. Our nationally recognized faculty members are extremely knowledgeable in their academic disciplines and devoted to the art of teaching. More than teachers, faculty members are connected to all aspects of student life. They coach, mentor, advise, and sponsor. Many of the faculty hold advanced degrees.
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Vanguard School Mission Statement
Vanguard College Preparatory School is a non-parochial, independent school that prepares our students for academic success and fulfilling lives. The foundation of the Vanguard experience is based on our core values – rigor, responsibility, and respect. The community of Vanguard students, faculty, administrators, and parents is committed to a personalized learning experience that prepares each student to excel at the collegiate level.

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CONCORDIA LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL – TOMBALL

Adjunct Instructors for Woodwinds, Brass, Strings, and Percussion

 

The Role of the Adjunct Woodwind, Brass, Strings, and Percussion Instructors:

This is a stipend position in a part-time role to work with students in masterclass and lesson formats.   Hours and frequency of dates are negotiable with the director.   The instrumental music program meets from 8:00-8:45 most mornings, but these sessions could also occur at other times.   Comfort level with teaching multiple instruments is preferred but not required.

Percussion instructor would also lead or team teach with the band director the extracurricular drumline in the fall semester.  Assistance on instrument maintenance would be helpful.

Qualities and Characteristics:

• Model to our students the Christian journey and faith through the ups and downs of life.
• Share a passion and joy for teaching and developing God’s gift of music to our students.
• Expertise in at least one instrument family: brass, woodwind, percussion, or strings, and familiarity with the others.
• Ability to set goals and work with students in a lesson and sectional format.
• Match expectations with the guidelines and core values of the band and school
• Be a quick learner that is adaptable.
• Be a life-long learner who is always striving to improve as an educator.
• Ability to work independently as well as work with a team.

Professionalism:

• Work with the Fine Arts Directors in planning and equipment maintenance (if needed)
• Punctuality
• Communicate with students, parents and directors in a timely manner
• Professional appearance in dress and grooming
• Positive, outgoing, and engaging attitude
• Clean, orderly workspace
• Confidentiality of Staff, Student and Family information
• Relationships with Staff- works cooperatively with the administrative team, faculty and
• staff, encouraging and nurturing from all members a sense of teamwork and enthusiasm for the
• Christ-centered ministry of the school.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Firmly grounded in Christian faith
• Strong Christian work ethic
• Relational with faculty and staff
• Pursuit of excellence
• Ability to manage people
• Accountable, and hold others accountable
• Collaborative
• Well-organized, multi-tasker, self-starter
• Communicate with students, parents, and directors in a timely manner
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in a field of music preferred
• Perform each area of responsibility satisfactorily

Accountability:

• The Adjunct Music Instructors report to and are supervised by the Band Director/Director of Fine Arts.

Salary and Benefits:

• Stipeded position.  The Head of School shall annually determine the financial package.

Term of Service:

• The Adjunct Music Instructors contract shall be on an annual basis. It is assumed that, given positive review, employment will be ongoing.

IF INTERESTED IN APPLYING CLICK HERE

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CONCORDIA LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL – TOMBALL

Assistant Band Director/Middle School Band Director

The Mission of Concordia Lutheran High School:

The mission of Concordia Lutheran High School is Building Lives of Excellence Upon the Foundation of Christ.

 

The Role of the Assistant Band Director/Middle School Band Director:

This is a split campus position.   At Concordia, part of the week will be spent working directly with the Head Band Director to teach instrumental students during classes and before/after school rehearsals.  Part of the week will also be traveling to and teaching 5th- 8th grade band programs at some of our feeder schools.  You would also be involved with traveling, leading, and assisting school ensembles in their various performances and activities.

 

Qualities and Characteristics:

• Model to our students the Christian journey and faith through the ups and downs of life.
• Proactively create and develop positive relationships with all members of the school community (students, teachers, families).
• Share a passion and joy for teaching and developing God’s gift of music to our students.
• Expertise in at least one instrument family: brass, woodwind, percussion, or strings, and familiarity with the others.
• Adaptability of teaching methods and styles for appropriate age groups from 5th-12th grade.
• Strong conducting skills and comfort leading small to large ensembles.
• Ability to set goals and work with students in a lesson and sectional format.
• Be a team player and willing to help with all the behind-the-scenes tasks required for a successful music program.
• Attend department/faculty meetings and required school functions.
• Be a quick learner that is adaptable.
• Be a life-long learner who is always striving to improve as an educator.
• Ability to work independently as well as work with a team.
• Perform other duties as required.

Professionalism:

• Work with the Fine Arts Director, Fine Arts Assistant, and Head Band Director on frequent parent communication, equipment inventory, and library organization.
• Punctuality
• Professional appearance in dress and grooming
• Positive, outgoing, and engaging attitude
• Clean, orderly workspace
• Confidentiality of Staff, Student and Family information
• Relationships with Staff- works cooperatively with the administrative team, faculty and staff, encouraging and nurturing from all members a sense of teamwork and enthusiasm for the Christ-centered ministry of the school.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Firmly grounded in Christian faith
• Strong Christian work ethic
• Relational with faculty and staff
• Pursuit of excellence
• Ability to manage people
• Accountable, and hold others accountable
• Collaborative
• Well-organized, multi-tasker, self-starter
• Use of Student Management System, Google Apps, Microsoft Office, and other digital tools
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in applicable field of Education, or related field
• Hold a valid credential/certification
• Perform each area of responsibility satisfactorily

Accountability:

• The Assistant Band Director/Middle School Band Director reports to and is supervised by the Band Director/Director of Fine Arts.

Salary and Benefits:

• Full time position. Pay will depend on education and years of experience.
• The Head of School shall annually determine the salary and benefits package.

Term of Service:

• The Assistant Band Director/Middle School Band Director contract shall be on an annual assumed that, given positive review, employment will be ongoing.

IF INTERESTED IN APPLYING CLICK HERE

 

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FIRST BAPTIST ACADEMY – HOUSTON

Lower School Music Teacher

 

First Baptist Academy, serving students infant through eighth grade, is seeking a PreK and Lower School music teacher.  FBA teachers exemplify specific characteristics of professional excellence to support FBA’s vision, mission, core values, and strategic goals. This position reports to the PreK and Lower School Principal.

Mission Statement:

Our mission is to equip students with the Truth of God’s Word while developing their character, intellect, and potential to Explore, Create, Challenge, and Lead.

Required Qualifications:

• Faithful Integrity – Model Biblical values, principles, and desired behaviors for student guidance while demonstrating a desire to work in a Christian environment.
• Moral and Ethical Standards – Uphold high moral and ethical standards within the classroom and greater school community.
• Servant Heart – Demonstrate humility, servant leadership, and a willingness to serve others in a Christ-like manner.
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited school with current teacher certification
• At least two years of full-time teaching experience in the area of teaching music

Key Responsibilities:

• Creative Empowerment – Create classroom learning environments that foster a secure and supportive atmosphere, encouraging students to embrace challenges, redefine failure, and advocate for themselves.
• Work diligently in curriculum planning, implementing instruction, and executing effective classroom management techniques for elementary-aged students.
• Comprehensive Personalization – Provide diverse learning opportunities tailored to the unique strengths, interests, and challenges of students.
• Develop lesson plans to teach choral music and music theory skills (including rhythm, melody, pitch, tempo, harmony, appreciation, and history) to PreK 3-4th grade students.
• Collective Collaboration – Engage in collective efforts with team members to attain shared goals for the benefit of the students. Ensure that all students make academic and social progress in accordance with FBA’s mission and core values.
• Collaborate with Fine Arts Coordinator and Lower School Principal in planning, rehearsing, and directing seasonal musical programs and other school assemblies, ensuring all include a spiritual emphasis and align with FBA’s mission.
• Communicate with parents during the school year through regular correspondence, electronic gradebooks, and maintaining class pages on FBA’s portal system.
• Supportive Guidance – Assist students in recognizing their talents and guiding them in utilizing these gifts to serve others and discover God’s desired path for their lives.
• Serve as the Lower School Chapel worship leader by selecting music and leading students in worship time.
• Continuous Professional Growth – Pursue professional development opportunities to incorporate optimal teaching methodologies in our classrooms.
• Select appropriate music, books, and instructional aides to enhance learning and requisitions musical instruments and instructional supplies as necessary.

Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Group medical insurance coverage for employee
• Dental and vision insurance available
• Life Insurance, AD&D and Long-term disability coverage for employee
• 403(b) matching
• Paid time off
• Tuition Discount
• Fitness Center Discount

Background Check Statement:

FBA conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

First Baptist Academy is a Christian school dedicated to the development of moral character, the enrichment of spiritual lives, and the perpetuation of growth in Christian ideals in an environment that is academically rigorous-enriched with the truth of scripture and a relevant Biblical Worldview.  

It is the policy of First Baptist Academy not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law except those exclusions specifically provided to Religious Organizations.

Click here to apply: https://www.fbahouston.org/who-we-are/careers

 

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ALL SAINT EPISCOPAL SCHOOL – FORT WORTH

 

Job Details

• Position Type: Full Time
• Education Level: 4 Year Degree
• Travel Percentage: None
• Job Shift: Day
• Job Category: Education

 

Description

About All Saints’  

Located on 147 acres in west Fort Worth, All Saints’ Episcopal School is a premier co-educational Age 3 – Grade 12 college-preparatory day school serving approximately 1,260 students who benefit from small class sizes, an award-winning arts program, and championship caliber athletic program. We are one of the largest Early Childhood – Grade 12 Parish-independent Episcopal day schools in the country, and our graduates attend a wide variety of selective colleges and universities. The school is dual accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest and the Southwestern Association of Episcopal Schools and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools and the National Association of Episcopal Schools. Read about what makes our Episcopal learning environment so dynamic by visiting www.aseschool.org.   

Job Title: Middle and Upper School Band and Music Instructor 

Job Description  

All Saints’ Episcopal School seeks a dynamic Band and Music Instructor to manage the overall program of instrumental music for the school. This role focuses on organizing and managing musical group performances, supporting student musicians, and ensuring the program aligns with school, district, and state requirements. The instructor will create opportunities for student engagement in music, both in curricular and extracurricular settings, and facilitate performances that showcase student talent and growth. They will provide students with the opportunity to participate in extracurricular music activities and ensure compliance with all TAPPS requirements. Plan activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition. 

 

Job Responsibilities 

• Develop and refine curriculum to enhance student learning in music performance, ensuring alignment with educational standards and best practices. 
• Coordinate and oversee Middle and Upper Divisions music group performances, including instrumental ensembles, jazz groups, chamber music, and soloists. 
•  Coordinate with Division Heads and Fine Arts Chair on performance schedule, course academic requirements, and Divisional grading policies. 
• Provide opportunities for music participation in curricular and extracurricular events, including concerts, football games, pep rallies, parades, TAPPS activities, and other School associated activities that require music performances.  
• Arrange logistics for performances, including transportation, lodging, and meals for off-campus events. 
• Assess program effectiveness using student achievement data and other evaluative tools, ensuring continuous growth and development. 
• Maintain an up-to-date inventory and repair schedule of musical instruments and related equipment. 
• Implement instructional strategies and support diverse learning styles to foster musical growth in students. 
• Establish and maintain communication with students, parents, and faculty to support program success. 
• Develop and implement initiatives that align with the overall School and Fine Arts mission and vision of the musical performing arts to expand and enhance the Middle and Upper School music program. 
• Perform other duties as assigned. 

 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university; Masters degree preferred 
• Demonstrate understanding and ability to teach students with multiple learning styles and abilities. 
• Knowledge of TAPPS policies. 
• Passionate about working with Middle and Upper school students, grades 6-12. 

All Saints’ Episcopal School of Fort Worth is an equal-opportunity employer. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, veteran or marital status, age, national or ethnic origin.  It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, veteran or marital status, age, or national and ethnic origin in administration of all phases of the employment relationship, including recruitment, advertising, hiring, promotion, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay, and all other forms of selection, training, and compensation.  To apply click here

 

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REGENTS SCHOOL OF AUSTIN

Long-Term Substitute Band Director (Grades 5-12) (April – September)

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BISHOP LYNCH HIGH SCHOOL

Band Director

MISSION

Faithful to Catholic Tradition and to our Dominican heritage of scholarship and service, Bishop Lynch High School promotes the development of the total person by bringing together a diverse community in a rigorous college preparatory environment where students are taught to strive for excellence, seek truth, and work for justice in the world.

Summary

The Bishop Lynch High School Band Director will direct and manage the overall program of marching band and instrumental music for the school. The Band Director will supervise and coordinate the instrumental activities to support each participant in achieving a higher level of personal skill, in gaining an enhanced appreciation for music, and an increased level of self-esteem through rehearsals and performances. Reporting to the Director of Fine Arts, the Band Director will plan activities to achieve district, region, and state recognition.

A Band Director is responsible for the implementation of the goals of Catholic education as outlined in The Holy See’s Teaching on Catholic Schools (Archbishop Michael Miller):

• Inspired by a Supernatural Vision
• Founded on a Christian Anthropology
• Animated by Communion and Community
• Imbued with a Catholic Worldview
• Sustained by Gospel Witness

Qualified candidates will be driven and inspired by the mission of Catholic schools to form young men and women in a high school setting “who will be good citizens of the world, loving God and neighbor and enriching society with the leaven of the gospel, and who will also be good citizens of the world to come, thus fulfilling their destiny to become saints” (Miller, p. 20).

Responsibilities Include:

• Direct high school instrumental performers, such as marching band, orchestra, concert band, soloists, and ensembles.
• Establish performance requirements, enforce academic requirements, and verify each student’s eligibility to participate in band.
• Provide for band participation at extracurricular events, including but not limited to concerts, football games, pep rallies, graduation events, parades.
• Accompany and supervise students; arrange for transportation, lodging, and meals for out-of-town events.
• Oversee band booster club, and support band booster club activities.
• Obtain and use evaluative findings to determine program effectiveness and recommend policies to improve program.
• Complete all required reports, records, and documents in a timely manner.
• Manage and oversee band budgets and expenditures, based on documented program needs, as instructed by the Director of Fine Arts.
• Ensure that programs are cost-effective and funds are managed wisely.
• Maintain current inventory of all fixed assets within the department while overseeing the process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all band equipment.
• Develop and implement plans for instrumental music program and show written evidence of preparation as required.
• Prepare lessons that reflect accommodations for individual student differences.
• Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials, and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of student achievement through formal and informal testing.
• Create an environment conducive to learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students.
• Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Establish and maintain open, consistent, and professional communication with parents, students, band staff, and the Director of Fine Arts.
• Maintain a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members.
• Facilitate relationships between Bishop Lynch Fine Arts Programs and Future Friars as instructed by the Director of Fine Arts such as visiting partner schools within the Diocese of Dallas.
• Serve as a positive role model for students and support the school’s mission statement.
• Participate as an active member of the Bishop Lynch community.
• Provide instruction to students in the BL Band during the school year, including the summer band camp (3 weeks prior to the start of school).
• Attend all performances including football games, concerts, and competitions related to band.
• Assist with supplemental music instruction for students in the band, including small group instruction as needed.
• Opportunity to teach additional courses such as: AP Music Theory, Beginning Band, Jazz Band, and others.
• May be asked to assist with other courses when necessary.
• Actively support and embrace the house system by serving as a mentor or co-mentor.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Director of Fine Arts or the Assistant Principal for Academics.

Working Conditions:

• Frequent district and occasional statewide travel.
• Prolonged and irregular hours.
• Outdoor and indoor work; exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree preferred.
• 12 college credit hours in Education.
• 3+ years teaching and band directing experience; knowledge of overall operation of instrumental music program.
• Desire to be held accountable for student academic growth and academic results.
• Knowledge of Pyware or other marching band software.
• Commitment to being a supportive, respectful, and energetic colleague.
• Ability to instruct students and manage their behavior while maintaining a professional manner.
• Must possess clear communication skills, strong work ethic, and excellent organizational skills.

 

Qualified candidates should email resume to resume@bishoplynch.org.