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Long-Term Substitute Music Teacher TK-8
Job Location:
Job Location:
Thousand Oaks, CA - USA
Daily Salary:
USD 170 - 170
Daily Salary:
Posted:
29 September 2026 (11 days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
27 December 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Ascension Lutheran School
Position Description
Position Title: Long-Term Substitute Music Teacher TK8
Reports To: Principal
Employment Period: Mid-September through Mid-January
Pay: $170/day
Reports To: Principal
Employment Period: Mid-September through Mid-January
Pay: $170/day
Position Summary
The Long-Term Substitute Music Teacher will provide music instruction for students in Transitional Kindergarten through 8th grade during the regular music teachers absence. The teacher will create a positive engaging and Christ-centered learning environment in which students develop musical skills creativity confidence and an appreciation for music.
The position includes responsibility for regular music curriculum and instruction as well as preparation and coordination related to Ascension Lutheran Schools Christmas production and spring musical.
Essential Responsibilities
- Plan and teach engaging developmentally appropriate music lessons for students in TK8.
- Provide instruction in areas appropriate to each grade level including singing rhythm music theory music appreciation movement performance and other musical skills.
- Develop and follow a coherent music curriculum that supports student growth across grade levels.
- Create a classroom environment that is joyful respectful orderly and supportive of all learners.
- Incorporate Christian faith and the mission of Ascension Lutheran School naturally into music instruction and classroom life.
- Assess student learning and provide appropriate feedback and encouragement.
- Maintain appropriate classroom routines expectations and communication with students and families.
- Prepare students for performances and other school-wide musical opportunities.
- Continue preparations for the Christmas production including rehearsals student assignments music selection and coordination with school staff.
- Begin and/or continue preparations for the spring musical including reviewing the existing plans and materials organizing music and rehearsals and establishing a clear foundation for the production.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers school administration and other staff as needed.
- Communicate regularly with the Principal regarding curriculum student progress performances and production needs.
- Maintain appropriate records and materials related to music instruction and productions.
- Participate in faculty meetings professional development chapel and other school activities as reasonably required.
Qualifications
- Experience teaching music preferably in an elementary and/or middle school setting.
- Strong musical knowledge and performance skills.
- Ability to teach students across a wide range of ages and musical abilities.
- Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
- Ability to create engaging lessons that encourage participation and confidence.
- Experience directing or assisting with school productions musicals or similar performances is highly desirable.
- A heart for working with children and a commitment to the mission and values of Ascension Lutheran School.
- Bachelors degree in music education or a related field preferred but relevant experience and musical expertise will be considered.
Personal Characteristics
The successful candidate will be:
- Warm encouraging and relational with students.
- Energetic and creative in the classroom.
- Organized and dependable.
- Comfortable working with students from TK through 8th grade.
- Collaborative and flexible.
- Able to balance day-to-day classroom instruction with the planning and preparation required for major school productions.
- Committed to creating a joyful and Christ-centered experience for students.
Schedule and Compensation
Term: Approximately mid-September through mid-January
Schedule: School-day schedule as determined by Ascension Lutheran School
Pay: $170/day
About Ascension Lutheran School
Ascension Lutheran School is a Christ-centered TK8 school committed to educating the whole child in a warm close-knit community. We seek to provide students with an education that develops their academic abilities character creativity faith and love of learning.
Ascension Lutheran School is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation: $170.00 per day
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Located in Thousand Oaks, California, Ascension Lutheran School has provided private academic excellence and Christ-centered teachings for families across the Congo Valley for grades TK through Middle School.
