Elementary K - 5 Music Teacher

REGENT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY

Position Title: Elementary K - 5 Music Teacher

Regent Christian Academy Society serves children and families across our campus schools, online school, and early learning programs. We focus on strong academics, whole-child development, and a Christ-centred environment where students grow in character and purpose. Our teams work hard, care deeply, and move fast to support a growing and dynamic school community.

As a central division of the Society, Regent Christian Academy (RCA) is our flagship campus-based school, serving the community through our Sullivan and Cloverdale campuses in Surrey, BC. We bring the RCAS mission to life through a vibrant, in-person learning community where students from Preschool through Grade 12 engage in rigorous academics, competitive athletics, and the fine arts. At RCA, we are dedicated to fostering a safe and nurturing environment where classroom excellence and spiritual mentorship prepare students to lead and serve with integrity.

Reports to:  Vice Principal

Overview: Regent Christian Academy is seeking a passionate, creative, and dedicated Elementary K - 5 Music Teacher to join our vibrant fine arts team at the Sullivan Campus. In this role, you will inspire a love for music in young learners while fostering a safe, nurturing, and Christ-centred classroom environment. The ideal candidate will combine strong pedagogical skills in early music education with a heart for spiritual mentorship, helping students discover their God-given talents and grow in character and purpose.

Key Responsibilities & Core Competencies:

Instructional Leadership & Curriculum Delivery

• Design and deliver engaging, age-appropriate music curricula for Kindergarten through Grade 5 students, incorporating singing, movement, instruments, and music theory.
• Integrate a biblical worldview naturally into daily music lessons, highlighting music as a form of worship and expression of faith.
• Assess and evaluate student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and reporting on student growth to parents and administration.
• Maintain an organized, positive, and inclusive classroom environment that manages student behavior effectively through grace and clear expectations.

Community & Spiritual Mentorship

• Actively mentor students spiritually, modeling Christian character, integrity, and servant-leadership in all interactions.
• Organize and direct elementary music performances, including Christmas concerts, spring productions, chapel worship, and special school events.
• Collaborate effectively with the elementary teaching team, fine arts department, and school administration to support school-wide initiatives and themes.

Target Start Date: August 31, 2026

New Staff Orientation Date : August 27, 2026

Headcount: 1

Job Status: Onsite

Job Type: Full-Time

FTE: 1.0

Work Location: Sullivan Campus

Compensation & Benefits:

·        Pay: CA $53,000 - 95,000 annually at the determined FTE

·        Benefits: Extended Health & Dental, Pension plan available upon eligibility.

As a faith-based educational institution, RCAS hires staff whose beliefs and conduct align with our Christian mission, values, and Statement of Faith. This role requires a genuine and reasonable occupational requirement (GOR) for the employee to affirm and support RCAS’s Christian beliefs and actively participate in a Christian church community. RCAS is committed to fair and equitable hiring practices within the scope of this requirement. Qualified candidates who meet these criteria are encouraged to apply.

Requirements & Qualifications:

Education & Certification

·        Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) or a specialized degree in Music Education (or equivalent).

·        Must hold, or be eligible for, a valid British Columbia Teaching Certificate through the BC Ministry of Education.

Experience & Skills

·        Demonstrated experience teaching music to primary/intermediate elementary-aged children is highly preferred.

·        Strong proficiency in playing the piano or guitar to lead classroom singing and worship is an asset.

·        Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff and engage with parents.

Application Instructions & Requirements: To apply, please submit the following:

·        Resume: Detailing your relevant professional experience and qualifications.

·        Cover Letter: Please address your interest in the position and specifically confirm your alignment with the RCAS Statement of Faith.

·        Statement of Faith: A separate one-page document (or integrated into your cover letter) detailing your personal Christian testimony and how it informs your work in education.

·        Pre-screening Question(s): Please provide your answers to the application questions in a separate document or directly to the job portal if available .

Have you reviewed RCAS’ Statement of Faith, and are you able to work in alignment with it? It can be found here

Please provide a brief statement describing your own Christian faith journey or perspective and how it shapes your work.

Please describe how you currently live out your Christian faith in your daily life and community.

Why are you interested in this role at RCAS?

Please note: Providing answers to the pre-screening questions is an essential step toward moving your application to the next stage.

·        Pastoral Reference: Please note that a reference from your current Pastor or ministry leader will be required if you are shortlisted for an interview.