Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher

Position Type:
Elementary School Teaching/Music - Vocal

Date Posted:
6/2/2026

Location:
St. Thomas School (Philo)

Date Available:
08/11/2026
St. Thomas Catholic School is seeking a faithful, enthusiastic, and dedicated part-time Elementary Music Teacher to nurture a love of music in students through engaging, developmentally appropriate instruction. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, strong classroom management skills, and a passion for music and Catholic education to our PreK-5th grade students. Applicants must support the mission and vision of St. Thomas Catholic School and be committed to fostering a Christ-centered learning environment.

For more information and any questions, please reach out to Mrs. Jean Cothron, Principal, at jcothron.

What You Will Do:

• Integrate the Catholic faith and values into music instruction and performance selections
• Plan and implement engaging music lessons aligned with both academic and liturgical goals
• Teach general music classes to elementary students (PreK-5th) that include singing, rhythm, movement, and basic music theory
• Introduce students to a variety of musical styles and genres while fostering creativity and musical growth
• Help prepare students for the Christmas program and end of year Fun Day worship
• Foster a positive, faith-filled classroom environment rooted in respect, joy, and creativity
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and administration to support student learning and school-wide events
• Communicate effectively with students, staff, and families
• Maintain a structured, organized, and welcoming classroom space

Note: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, or duties required. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, administration reserves the right to revise the job when circumstances change.

Schedule and Position Details:

• Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher
• Hours:
  
  Between 2-4 hours a day (flexible schedule)
• Duration:
  For the  school year

What You Need:
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education or a related, relevant field
• Experience teaching music in a school, church, or private setting
• Demonstrated ability to lead music classes and student performances

Top Candidates Will Also Have:

• Familiarity with liturgical music and Catholic Mass planning
• Ability to play piano or another accompaniment instrument
• Experience working with elementary students across various age groups
• Strong classroom management and lesson planning skills

What You WIll Get
Our goal mas Catholic School is for you to have a rewarding career. We value our employees and offer

• Salary per hour: $19.00
• Paid Time Off:
  One hour for every 40 hours worked
• Opportunity to participate in the Catholic Diocese of Peoria retirement program 403(b) not eligible for employer contribution