Master Carpenter at The Kings Academy Share on X Print Application Deadline Until Filled Date Posted 6/26/2025 Contact Deanna Lilly Number of Openings 1 Salary Pay Range $1100 - $2600 Stipend Length of Work Year 3 months Employment Type Part Time About the Employer The King's Academy is an independent, college preparatory school for grades 6-12 serving 950 students. The school's mission statement guides everything we do: "The King's Academy is a Christ-centered school that inspires academic excellence, servant leadership, and enduring relationships." The King's Academy is accredited by both the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) and The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC). TKA was ranked by Niche as the #1 Best Christian High School in the San Francisco Bay Area, and #7 in California TKA is looking for the best Christian educators. Every staff member at The King's Academy is vital to the school's number one mission which is ministry to our students. We know that the quality of the staffs' character inevitably establishes the professional and spiritual quality of the school and has an enormously significant and life-changing influence on the development of the students' confidence and character. That is why, first and foremost, all of The King's Academy staff members are Christ followers who have a passion for teaching, mentoring, and discipling junior high and high school students. As part of a comprehensive spiritual life program, staff members at TKA have the privilege of mentoring students in a variety of ways. Staff serve alongside students on annual service trips to locations in the U.S and abroad, participate with students in yearly off-site weekend retreats, and lead small home groups and chapel discussions. The King's Academy teaching staff includes 76 members, with a total staff of nearly 150. Approximately 90% of classes have less than 25 students, allowing for individual attention and support. TKA welcomes diverse people at all levels of campus life to support the diversity of our student body. We have bright and dedicated faculty and staff who work in a supportive environment characterized by a desire to serve God and a commitment to mutual respect and collaboration. The King's Academy provides a competitive salary and benefits package including excellent medical, dental, life and 403B plans. Pre-employment background screening is required for all positions. Consider joining The King's Academy team and help us prepare students for college, life, service and eternity. For more information about TKA, please visit www.tka.org Job Summary Job Summary Job Title: Master Carpenter Job Status: Part-time, Seasonal Exempt Status: Non-Exempt, Piece Rate Department: Visual & Performing Arts Reports to: VPA Specialist Job Summary TKA is a Christ-centered school grounded in a Biblical worldview, and we are looking for a Master Carpenter who is a follower of Jesus Christ and is dedicated to the school's Christ-centered mission. The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee the construction and assembly of set pieces for theatrical performances. View Job Description Requirements / Qualifications For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer. Comments and Other Information For more information on Comments and Other Information, please contact the employer. CalPERS Links Not all postings qualify for CalPERS. Informational Only. CalPERS Retirement Benefits ADD TO WISHLIST VIEW JOB WISHLIST APPLY (Current Employees ONLY) APPLY QUICK APPLY
See More Details >>Description: Job Title: Master Carpenter Job Status: Part-time, Seasonal Exempt Status: Non-Exempt, Piece Rate Department: Visual & Performing Arts Reports to: VPA Specialist Job Summary TKA is a Christ-centered school grounded in a Biblical worldview, and we are looking for a Master Carpenter who is a follower of Jesus Christ and is dedicated to the school’s Christ-centered mission. The primary responsibility of this position is to oversee the construction and assembly of set pieces for theatrical performances. Requirements: Essential Job Functions Regular Activities • Collaborate with the production team to ensure all elements align with the creative vision • Ensure all work meets safety standards and is executed within the designated timeline and budget • Supervise and train volunteers, fostering a collaborative and safety conscious environment • Maintain an organized workspace and oversee the storage and maintenance of tools and materials • Assist in the load-in and strike process for productions • Troubleshoot and resolve any technical or structural issues that arise during the production Qualifications Education and Experience • Proven experience as a master carpenter or in a similar role within theatrical production • Strong knowledge of woodworking, construction techniques, and stagecraft • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and plans Skills and Abilities • Strong leadership qualities and mentoring skills • Excellent skills in communicating both orally and in written form • Able to work both independently and in a team setting • Demonstrated ability to lead by example Core Characteristics • Commitment to loving and serving Jesus Christ and supporting the school’s mission • Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment • Positive, flexible, resourceful and solution-oriented • Able to understand, love, and relate to students • Must be active (or pursuing) community in a local Christian body of believers • Must have compatible theology in line with TKA's Statement of Faith and Lifestyle Agreement Working Conditions & Physical Requirements • Work will be performed at the set shop off campus and in the theater on campus • May occasionally have to lift up to 30 pounds • Work is generally performed, August - April • Days/hours vary based on production (includes nights and weekends). • The months listed are approximate, and the annual start and end date will be dictated by the school calendar and the department’s needs. Salary & Benefits • Pay Grid: Master Carpenter • Pay Grid Range: $1,100 - $2,600 per production • The amount listed above represents the pay for the entire production based on the routine hours that are expected to be worked. The actual pay will be determined by (1) applicable years of experience, (2) type of production being produced and (3) level of the production being produced. The starting pay listed reflects this position's minimum pay . • This job may be eligible as an Independent Contractor if the applicant qualifies per the ABC Independent Contractor test and has a valid business license. If you believe this pertains to you, please email rhonda.irwin@tka.org. Please Note: Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time; therefore, this job description is subject to change.
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