Music & Performance Specialist Teacher

About Epiphany School

Epiphany School is a non-parochial, independent elementary school serving grades pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. Our mission is to be a welcoming community that embraces its diversity, celebrates the joy of childhood, and ignites lifelong learning. We aim to create a positive, joyful, and inclusive community by embracing the following values:

• Learn Joyfully

• Try New Things

• Act Responsibly

• Invite Everyone In

• Shine Together

With about 270 students, Epiphany School is large enough to offer a broad spectrum of educational opportunities and small enough to maintain a close-knit community. The beautiful, historic campus is located in a quiet setting in central Seattle’s Madrona neighborhood.

Epiphany School’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Epiphany School promotes and cultivates a diverse community as essential to academic success, social and emotional growth, and the development of good character. Engaging diverse perspectives stretches the mind and requires critical thinking, intellectual courage, and creativity. It takes careful listening and thoughtful expression and manifests itself in cultural competency. Thinking beyond oneself and seeing the world through the eyes of others is the foundation of fairness and empathy and thus prepares our students to live respectfully and responsibly in our pluralistic democratic society.

Epiphany School is committed to the Americans with Disabilities Act and the principle of equal access and opportunity in education and employment and full participation for persons with disabilities in all its programs and services.

Epiphany School is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee because of race, color, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, religion, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, political ideology, physical, mental, or sensory disability, military status, genetic information, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Epiphany School complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact careers@epiphanyschool.org.

About the role

Epiphany School seeks a dynamic Music and Performance Specialist Teacher to design, build, implement, and evaluate an engaging and developmentally appropriate music and performance program for students in grades pre-k to fifth grade. This role provides the opportunity to build and re-imagine a vocal and instrumental music program from a strong foundation provided by previous programs at Epiphany School. This role guides students to understand the value of self-expression through choral and instrumental music, integrating expression, movement, dance, and more to stretch students’ comfort zones and grow their creative skills in a safe environment. The Music and Performance Specialist is responsible for creating and directing performances throughout each year that highlight student learning in music and performance skills and allow students in all grades to shine. This role will collaborate with grade level teachers, assistant heads, and other subject area specialists to build, plan, and teach the curriculum; assess, evaluate, and supervise students; manage the classroom and its supplies and resources; and participate in robust professional learning and school community events.

This is a full-time, exempt, academic year position, reporting to the Lower Elementary Assistant Head.

Standard work schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00am – 4:00pm and Wednesdays from 8:00am – 5:00pm during the academic year, with a start date of August 19, 2026, and end date on June 15, 2027.

What you'll do

PrimaryResponsibilities

• Plan and teach a robust, engaging, and developmentally appropriate music and performing arts curriculum that aligns with national and state standards for students in Pre-K through Grade 5.

• Implement instructional strategies that actively engage students in meaningful musical and performance experiences and promote creativity, collaboration, confidence, and self-expression.

• Lead, direct, and coordinate school performances, assemblies, and other special events that showcase student learning and support school traditions.

• Collaborate with classroom teachers, other specialist teachers, and Assistant Heads to integrate the school’s music and performance program into grade-level and school curriculum

• Utilize necessary technology in the classroom and for delivery of instruction

• Communicate effectively with families regarding curriculum, student progress, performances, and classroom activities through teacher pages, newsletters, and other school communication platforms.

• Select, organize, maintain, and effectively manage music, instruments, technology, costumes, performance materials and resources.

• Ensure the proper care, inventory, and maintenance of instruments, equipment, and performance spaces.

Expectations For All Teachers at Epiphany School

• Create a learning environment based on Epiphany School’s mission, vision, and values

• Use Responsive Classroom approach as a framework for working with students

• Implement instructional strategies that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences

• Identify, select, and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds and learning differences

• Assess student progress and maintain effective record keeping procedures

• Attend grade-level and faculty meetings as scheduled

• Effectively and efficiently manage classroom resources and budget

• Provide recess supervision as scheduled

• Participate in the school community, including professional learning, service learning, and community events

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor

Typical Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Music Education, Performing Arts, Elementary Education, or a related field(s); Master’s degree preferred.

• Minimum of 5 years of successful teaching experience in music, performing arts, or a related educational setting.

• Teaching certification and appropriate