Posted: Apr 12, 2024

Orchestra Director

Fort Worth Christian School - North Richland Hills, TX
Application Deadline: N/A
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Orchestra Director 

Fort Worth Christian School is accepting applications for a Lower, Middle & Upper School Orchestra Director to partner with the Director of Fine Arts and Fine Arts faculty to continue growing a strong and dynamic strings program at Fort Worth Christian. The instructor must have a passion for music and a vision to equip students for a life of faith, service, and leadership for Christ.

Prior teaching experience at the high school level is strongly preferred, along with an understanding of the essential nature of establishing positive and encouraging relationships with all age ranges of students. Applicants must be able to work cooperatively with all staff members and communicate effectively with parents. Performance and previous conducting experience in this arena are highly desired.

Responsibilities:

  • Lower, Middle, and Upper School Orchestra Classes
  • Assisting student/parents with instrument rental and maintenance
  • Communicate with parents, students, teachers, and counselors regarding student performance(s)
  • Assess student needs and provide support or extra resources to students
  • Use technology to improve lesson delivery and recordkeeping
  • Concert performance and competitions at all three division levels (Upper, Middle, and Lower School levels.
  • Establish and maintain standards of student behavior needed to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment

 

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrate a strong Christian testimony and be a member of a Bible-believing church
  • Serve as a positive Christian role model to our students and pursue Christ-like behavior
  • Possess knowledge of trends, developments, and new technologies as they relate to teaching at both foundational and competitive levels.
  • A bachelor's degree in music from an accredited college or university is required, along with demonstrated excellence in all academic pursuits.

Applicants may apply through our website: https://www.fwc.org/about/employment & email resume/cv to Director of Fine Arts, Ryan Nicolello ([email protected]).