Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher; w

Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher (w/ Full-Time Opportunity)

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Job : 5298596

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jan 06, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 1, 2026

Job Title
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Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher FLSA Status: Contracted exempt

Reports To: Principal

Primary

Purpose:

To form students academically, emotionally, and spiritually while instilling a love for others, for God, and for their Catholic faith. As an Elementary School Music Teacher, you will be responsible for creating a positive and engaging learning environment for students, developing and implementing lesson plans, assessing student progress, and providing guidance and support to students.

Essential Functions:

• Plan, prepare and deliver music/classroom lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active and engaged learning. Plans and materials must be in accordance with established school, Diocesan, and Iowa standards.
• Plan a balanced music program including preparing and leading the spring and winter musical performances and music for student participation in weekly liturgies.
• Provide basic vocal instruction for a variety of musical styles, while introducing students to simple music concepts, such as beat, rhythm and pitch, as well as how to read musical notes and symbols.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules, protocols, and disciplinary systems of the school.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development. Update necessary records accurately and completely as required by Iowa law, Diocesan policies, and school guidelines. Prepare additional reports as required or requested.
• Actively participate in professional development activities, teacher and school meetings, parent meetings, and other required activities as governed by the teacher’s contract.
• Visibly engage in the school community by attending student events, concerts, sporting events and other extracurricular activities.
• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.

Collaborative Relationships: Interacts extensively with the following:

• Teachers, staff, and educational colleagues
• Parents, school supporters and stakeholders

Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required or Preferred:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education with an elementary music endorsement.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Must have the proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.
• Perform all other related work delegated or required by contract to accomplish the objectives of the total school program.

• Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.
• Meet professional teacher education requirements of school, Diocese, and state.

Physical and Cognitive Requirements:

• Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time within the classroom and school
• Speak, hear, and communicate effectively both verbally and in writing using proper grammar and vocabulary
• Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision
• Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, computers, and/or controls; some light lifting may be required.

Duties may require travel and attendance at evening and/or weekend meetings. Although work is performed primarily under inside environmental conditions, the required travel may result in temporary exposure to outside environmental conditions. Regular driving and valid driver’s license are required. Duties require a wide range of intellectual and practical problem‑solving skills and comprehension of complex concepts.

This position will remain open until filled.

* Please note:

this position has the opportunity to become full‑time

To apply, please email Principal Tyler Horkey, t with the following:

• Cover Letter
• 3 Letters of Recommendation
• Resume and…