Company Culture & Mission
Enlightium Preparatory Academy, located in Spokane, is a Christ-centered private school devoted to delivering a rigorous, biblically grounded education through an innovative STREAM approach. With over 20 years of experience in Christian education, we are committed to fostering academic excellence, character development, and faith integration within a dynamic, in-person learning environment.
At Enlightium Prep, we foster a collaborative, nurturing, and Christ-honoring workplace where educators and staff are encouraged to grow professionally and spiritually. Our team values creativity, flexibility, and innovation in education while upholding a culture of mentorship, integrity, and service. We believe in equipping our faculty and staff with the tools and support needed to inspire students, engage families, and cultivate a thriving learning community.
Mission Statement
Enlightium Prep's mission is to inspire and empower each unique student to discover and develop their God-given talents through a Christ-centered education rooted in a biblical worldview and enriched by the STREAM approach to learning. We fulfill this mission by equipping students with the knowledge, skills, and character needed to excel in their passions and make meaningful contributions to the world with integrity and purpose.

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Position Overview*
We are seeking a motivated and caring Music Teacher to join our team at a private Christian school that integrates a biblical worldview with an innovative STREAM approach to learning. We believe music is a vital part of developing the whole child—mind, body, and spirit.

As our Music Teacher, you will play a key role in cultivating a love for music while nurturing students' spiritual and artistic growth. You will:

Lead engaging and developmentally appropriate music instruction that is grounded in biblical truth.
Inspire creativity and confidence through vocal and instrumental instruction, performance opportunities, and worship experiences.
Support student growth by assessing progress and providing meaningful, constructive feedback.
Create a positive, organized, and Christ-centered classroom environment that fosters respect, discipline, and joy.
Encourage students to explore and develop their God-given musical talents while building skills in critical thinking, collaboration, and expression.
Build strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues through open communication and servant leadership.
Participate in school life and spiritual activities, including chapel, school concerts, and special events.
Engage in ongoing professional development to enhance both musical and instructional excellence.

Why Join Us?
Our school embraces a STREAM-based curriculum, ensuring that students receive a holistic and purpose-driven education. Through interdisciplinary learning, project-based activities, and career-readiness initiatives, we equip students with the skills and knowledge to excel in their calling.
✔ Biblical Worldview Foundation – Every subject is taught through a Christ-centered lens, fostering truth and ethical decision-making in all learning.
✔ Project-Based Learning – Hands-on, collaborative projects promote teamwork, innovation, and real-world problem-solving.
✔ Interdisciplinary Approach – STREAM subjects are interconnected to enhance critical thinking and academic depth.
✔ Career Readiness & Capstone Projects – Older students engage in specialized courses, internships, and cross-disciplinary projects that prepare them for their future endeavors.

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Job Responsibilities – Music Teacher*

Create and maintain a nurturing, Christ-centered classroom environment that promotes spiritual, academic, and artistic growth through music.
Design and deliver engaging music lessons that align with biblical truth, promote character development, and support the STREAM framework—particularly through the integration of the arts.
Foster cross-curricular connections by integrating music with other STREAM subjects, encouraging students to explore the role of music in culture, history, science, and worship.
Use project-based learning and performance opportunities (e.g., concerts, chapel worship, musical productions) to develop students' musical skills, creativity, collaboration, and leadership.
Assess student learning and musical growth using a variety of methods, such as performance evaluations, rubrics, written reflections, and skill demonstrations.
Establish clear expectations for behavior and participation, maintaining a respectful and structured environment where students feel safe to express themselves musically.
Promote literacy and communication through songwriting, musical interpretation, and verbal expression of musical ideas.
Build professional, supportive relationships with students while modeling Christian values and maintaining appropriate boundaries.
Provide timely and constructive feedback to students and parents regarding musical development, effort, and progress.
Collaborate with classroom teachers and school leadership to coordinate music integration, school-wide events, chapel services, and performances.
Participate in professional development focused on Christian education, music pedagogy, and interdisciplinary instruction.
Encourage students to discover and develop their God-given musical gifts, supporting their growth as worship leaders, performers, and creative thinkers.

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Qualifications*
Education & Certification:

Master's Degree in education - preferred
Bachelor’s Degree in education - required
Teacher’s Certification - preferred
ACSI Certification is required (may be obtained if hired)

Experience:

At least two years of teaching experience
Teaching experience at a Christian school is preferred

Communication & Relationship-Building:

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to build rapport with students

Work Ethic & Philosophy:

Strong work ethic with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
A passion for student success and a sincere desire to positively impact their spiritual and academic growth
Understanding of and ability to explain the Christian philosophy or biblical basis for education

Salary & Hours
Compensation for this position depends on the candidate’s degree, experience, and certification(s), the approximate range is from $20-24 per hour. This is a part-time position, 10-15 hours per week.

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Time Off & Work-Life Balance*

Summer Break: July 1 – July 31
Paid time off
Over 20 days off for holidays and breaks

Spiritual & Professional Development

Included in salary: monthly internal chapel services and prayer meetings
Included in salary: group and individual professional development
Professional development opportunities (conferences, courses, certifications, etc.) paid by Enlightium upon approval

Additional Perks

Student tuition discount for children of employees
School ID (use for educational discounts, etc.)
Company t-shirt

Pay: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 15 per week

Work Location: In person

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