Music Teacher

Miamiarch; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A local Catholic school in Miami is seeking a passionate Music Teacher for the upcoming 2026-27 school year. The candidate will plan and implement music instruction from Pk to 8th grade, in alignment with the Catholic Archdiocese's mission. Ideal applicants should hold a Bachelor's in Music and possess teaching certification. Responsibilities include integrating music into liturgical celebrations and engaging with the school community. Salary is commensurate with certification and experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a Roman Catholic in good standing.
• Familiarity with sacred music repertoire.
• Experience in Roman Catholic environment preferred.
• Knowledge of keyboard technique, liturgical service-playing, and group vocal techniques expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement music instructional programs for grades Pk-8.
• Perform duties aligning with the mission of the Archdiocese of Miami.
• Integrate liturgical music with skills during worship.
• Collaborate with priests, parish musicians, and school staff to support worship and music education.

Skills

Performance proficiency in keyboard instruments

Voice/choral performance experience

Knowledge of liturgical service-playing techniques

Group vocal techniques

Excellent inter-personal skills

Effective oral and written communication skills

Inter-personal skills

Catholic liturgy knowledge

Multitasking under deadlines

Team collaboration with church staff

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Music

Florida Department of Education Teacher Certificate

Job description

School Faculty - Other - St. Lawrence Catholic School

St. Lawrence Catholic School in North Miami Beach, Florida is looking for a Music Teacher for the upcoming 2026-27 year. This teacher will be expected to plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program of music for grade levels Pk- 8th. The Music Teacher performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision, and values of the Catholic Archdiocese of Miami. Salary will vary based on certification and years of service.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Music.
• Florida Department of Education Teacher Certificate, Temporary or Professional required.
• Possess performance proficiency in a keyboard instrument used in liturgical celebration and voice/choral performance experience.
• Knowledge of keyboard technique, liturgical service-playing techniques, group vocal techniques and experience in choral conducting.
• Familiarity with the vast repertoire of sacred music available today, both contemporary and treasured.
• Ability to multi-task and retain accuracy in an environment of competing deadlines.
• Excellent inter-personal skills with capacity to interact with priests, professional and volunteer musicians, parishioners, and parish staff.
• Effective oral and written English communication skills, including clear speaking voice.
• Must be a Roman Catholic in good standing with considerable knowledge and familiarity of the Roman Catholic liturgy and an ability to integrate the liturgy with musical skills so that the liturgical music component of worship can be celebrated.
• Supportive and respectful of the mission and tenets of the Roman Catholic Church; experience in Roman Catholic environment preferred.

In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults,” the selected candidate must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment.