We are looking for a creative, hard-working, team-oriented individual to fill an opening for a full-time music teacher. The position will encompass teaching music to elementary and middle school students. Classes include classroom music for Preschool-Grade 4 and band and choir for Grades 5-8. Responsibilities may also include leading a praise team once a month for all-school Friday worship and student performances at each of our six supporting churches once a year.  Student supervision, sponsorships and additional tasks may also be assigned by the principal

Hood View Adventist School (HVAS) is a Preschool-8th grade school currently serving just over 200 students with a full-time principal, 11 full-time teachers, support staff, and outstanding support from constituent churches.The school is located on 20 beautiful acres with a view of Mt. Hood. It has a wonderful family feel in a country setting, yet is close to Portland. See the school website - www.hvja.org - for more information about the school.

A qualified applicant will have strong administrative, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Candidates must have a current NAD teaching certificate with a music endorsement or the willingness to obtain one. Successful experience is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate a strong relationship with Jesus and have a passion for Adventist education and making Jesus an integral part of the music program. They should be committed to excellence and helping every student realize their potential.  

The individual must have the legal right to work and reside in the United States and provide evidence of that right if employed. Salary and benefits are based on the denominational wage scale and policy. Interviews and a decision to hire may occur before the final resume date, so prompt submission of resumes is encouraged. To apply, please submit a letter of interest, philosophy of education statement, and resume with your contact information and three professional references to Janet Blackwood-Knapp at principal@hvja.org.