Middle Music + Band Teacher

Shakopee Area Catholic School; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shakopee Area Catholic School is seeking a Middle Music + Band Teacher to lead our middle school band, music appreciation, and 5th grade band. You will foster a faith-centered classroom and partner with families to support student growth.

The role focuses on inspiring students through a strong music program and collaboration with staff to nurture the body, mind, and soul in a Catholic school community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or equivalent.
• Minnesota teaching license or ability to obtain.
• Experience teaching middle school music preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach middle school music program with emphasis on band, choir, and music appreciation.
• Provide beginner band instruction for 5th grade students.
• Lead individual, small-group, and ensemble instruction for varied abilities.
• Foster a faith-centered classroom environment.
• Collaborate with families, faculty, and leadership to support student success.

Skills

Music education

Band instruction

Instrumental instruction

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Education

Job description

Do you love music, enjoy working with students, and want to make a lasting impact? Do you believe that true, good, and beautiful music moves the soul toward God?Shakopee Area Catholic School is seeking an enthusiastic, faith-filled Middle Music + Band Teacher to inspire students through a strong middle school music program, with primary emphasis on middle school band, middle school music appreciation, and 5th grade band, while supporting our mission of nurturing the body, mind, and soul of every child.

What You'll Do

• Teach and strengthen the middle school music program, with emphasis on band, choir, and music appreciation.
• Provide beginning band instruction for 5th grade students and help them build foundational instrumental skills.
• Lead engaging individual, small-group, and ensemble instruction for students of varying abilities.
• Foster a positive, faith-centered classroom environment.
• Collaborate with families, faculty, and school leadership to support student success.

Why Join SACS?

You’ll be part of a welcoming Catholic school community where teachers are valued, students are eager to learn, and music plays an important role in building creativity, confidence, and faith. This is an opportunity to share your gifts, inspire young musicians, and make a difference every day.