Preschool Music Teacher - Part Time

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Preschool Music Teacher

Located in Loudoun County, Community Church exists to love people the same way God loves us. We desire to see people experience God, meet friends, make a difference, and become a leader. Virginia Academy serves the mission of Community Church by preparing students for their best life through faith (a confidence in God), scholarship (a passion for knowledge), and purpose (a desire to make a positive impact). We see our graduates making a positive impact in every arena of life.

Teachers are critical to the success of our school. They create a safe, engaging learning environment favorable to the learning and personal growth of every student. They establish effective rapport with students and inspire them to develop faith, knowledge, skills, and attitudes that prepare them for life. They challenge every student to excel at the highest level and establish strong relationships with parents, fostering trust and successful home-school partnerships.

This position reports directly to the Preschool Director

Hours: Part Time
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM (School Year)

Music Teacher

We are seeking a Preschool Music Teacher to serve students ages 2–5 years old. This role combines teaching engaging music classes with providing classroom support throughout the preschool as needed. The ideal candidate enjoys working with young children, is flexible, energetic, and passionate about creating meaningful learning experiences through music and classroom engagement.

Key Responsibilities: 

Teacher Expectations

• Understand with complete clarity and work to uphold the mission, vision, and values of Virginia Academy.
• Know and uphold all policies and procedures – employee, parent/student, crisis management, school, etc.
• Model Christ-like character, God-dependency, and church attendance/participation for students and parents. 
• Build relationships with students and parents (especially the students), which transcends the classroom and shows genuine care and concern.
• Attend and engage in Chapel each week. 
• Provide proactive care/supervision of students; referring them to the school nurse for medical and/or first aid needs. 
• Organize, decorate, and maintain the learning environment prior to the beginning of school and throughout the year. 
• Provide a class syllabus and unit lesson plans as requested by the divisional supervisor.
• Collaborate with other teachers and other staff members to ensure each student’s needs are met as needed.
• Attend all monthly faculty and/or weekly divisional meetings for continued development, communication, and problem solving.
• Attend events that are deemed required by administration (i.e. Meet and Greets, Open Houses, etc.) 

• Manage and/or assist with the end-of-year pack up and storage of classroom/school supplies, rooms, etc.
• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate music activities for preschool-aged children.
• Introduce children to musical concepts such as rhythm, melody, tempo, and dynamics through fun, hands-on experiences.
• Incorporate movement, storytelling, and basic instruments (e.g., rhythm sticks, drums, shakers) into lessons.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and administration to integrate music with seasonal themes and classroom learning.
• Prepare students for informal performances, seasonal programs, or chapel (if applicable).
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and joyful classroom environment.
• Set up, clean, and store materials used for music classes.

General Classroom Responsibilities

• Have differentiated learning opportunities and activities that reach all students
• Ensure that rules and consequences are fair, clear, and consistently applied
• Ensure learning experiences are positive
• Evoke positive attitudes from students about classroom and learning
• Allow students to take risks in learning
• Integrate Biblical Worldview
• Make connections from content to real-life experiences
• Actively engages students in learning activities
• Create environment where students speak/interact respectfully with teacher and peers
• Ensure students follow school and classroom rules and work well with others
• Smooth transitions between activities
• Ensure collaboration among students is productive and on-task
• Be consistent in behavior expectations and consequences

Professional Development 

• Set and meet yearly goals, seek out professional growth opportunities
• Achieve the required total of yearly continuing education credits.
• Attend school orientation and other in-house training sessions.
• Prescribe to all action plans for future growth as prescribed by the director through informal and formal performance reviews/observations.
• Engage in Threads to help promote a culture of free flowing feedback.

Teacher Budget

• Submit purchase requests for needed supplies.
• Submit reimbursement requests for approved purchases as needed.
• Receive and relay payments for text replacements, special field trips, and activities as needed.

Floater & Classroom Support

• Provide classroom coverage during teacher breaks, planning periods, meetings, and absences.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities, transitions, centers, outdoor play, meals, and rest time.
• Support students with daily routines while maintaining a safe and nurturing environment.
• Build positive relationships with students across all preschool classrooms.
• Assist with supervision and care of students throughout the school day.
• Help maintain clean, organized, and engaging classroom environments.
• Support school-wide events, special activities, and enrichment opportunities.

Core Values:

T ime with God.

Motto : We run on the Holy Spirit.

E mpowering.

Motto : We build up! 

A ccountable.

Motto : Everyone’s coached.

M ission 1st.

Motto : We are missional and not positional. 

O ver-the-top.

Moto : We go above & beyond expectations.

R elational.

Motto : We are a family.

A uthentic.

Motto : We share our struggles.

N o matter what!

Motto : We take risks!

G rateful.

Motto : We get to do this!

E lectrifying.

Motto : We create the atmosphere.

Education:

Required

• Completion of college coursework in Music Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field

Preferred

• Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related field.

Experience:

Required

• Active church member
• A passion for teaching
• Demonstrated ability to work well with preschoolers
• Well-rounded knowledge of the education process and subject matter.
• Proven experience in teaching performing arts to early childhood and school-age children.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the individual(s) assigned to this position and should not be considered a contract of employment.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required.  Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.