PK-8th Grade Music Teacher: St. Brendan School

Are you called to teach students in a faith-filled, positive environment and community? Come and be Different by Design with us ndan School! We are seeking a PK-8th Grade Music Teacher, part time-2 days/week, to join our dynamic school team.

About Us:

Nestled in a safe North Olmsted neighborhood since 1964, St. Brendan School serves the spiritual, academic, and social needs of Pre‑K to 8th‑grade students. We are fully accredited and stand as the first school in the Diocese of Cleveland to blend a Classical Catholic Education with Ohio Learning Standards.

• Prioritizes student safety, safe oversight, and highly organized classroom management
• Commands elementary music pedagogy, vocal techniques, and basic piano skills
• Integrates and maintains various instruments like recorders, bucket drums, and percussion
• Plans and directs the annual Advent Into Christmas Program and Spring Concert
• Incorporates music technology to deliver creative, engaging lessons
• Submits lesson plans and grades punctually while utilizing school management software
• Communicates and collaborates effectively with parents, colleagues, and administration
• Navigates a fast‑paced environment with flexibility and a team‑oriented mindset
• Embraces coaching, feedback, and professional development in Classical Catholic pedagogies
• Models virtues and morals supporting the mission of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education/Music and elementary teaching experience
• Current Teaching license/certificate strongly preferred
• Experience running student concerts strongly preferred
• Pass a background check
• Practicing Catholic strongly preferred

• A range of existing music curricula available
• Dedicated music classroom serving 10 classes across two days
• Access to diverse tech including Mac Books, Chromebooks, iPads, and interactive whiteboards
• Supportive faculty, faith‑filled leadership, and active parents
• Unique Classical Catholic curriculum featuring art, Makerspace, etymology, and Latin
• Dedicated planning and preparation periods
• Welcoming community balancing tradition with innovation
• Robust professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Positive, uplifting culture rooted in Catholic values

• Compensation range is $16,000 to depending on experience
• PD support, ongoing opportunities for continuing education

• Submit 3 current letters of recommendation
• Obtain certifications that all full‑time employees at schools in the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland are required to have:
  • VIRTUS certification;
  • Religious certification through Diocesan online courses (approximately 4 classes, 4 hours each, spread over 2 years)

There are other duties as assigned;
St. Brendan School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in hiring practices.