Music Teacher, St. Monica, Mercer Island

Archdiocese of Seattle CATHOLIC SCHOOLS; Mercer Island (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Performing Arts Teacher to inspire young minds through music. This role involves teaching music to students from PreK through 5th grade, fostering a love for rhythm and melody while integrating the classical tradition. The ideal candidate will possess strong vocal and piano skills, along with a commitment to enhancing the spiritual life of the school through music. Join a vibrant community that values the formation of the whole person—intellectually, spiritually, and morally. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a nurturing environment dedicated to the arts and education.

Benefits

Medical plan options

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Long term disability

Pension plan

403(b) retirement plan

HSA and FSA options

Generous sick leave

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching vocal and instrumental music classes.
• Strong liberal arts background with appreciation for classical tradition.

Responsibilities

• Teach music to PreK-5th grade students through a classical lens.
• Organize school performances integrating faith and artistry.

Skills

Vocal proficiency

Piano proficiency

Classroom management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Music

Bachelor’s degree in Performing Arts

Bachelor’s degree in Education

Job description

Music Teacher, St. Monica, Mercer Island JobID: 10236

• Position Type:
  - Elementary Teacher/ K-8 Resource/Specialist
• Date Posted:
  3/26/2025
• Location:
  St. Monica, Mercer Island

Performing Arts / Vocal and Instrumental Music Teacher, Fall 2025
St. Monica Catholic School
School Profile
St. Monica School is a PreK-12 Catholic classical school located on Mercer Island, just east of Seattle, Washington. Our curriculum model, based on the Educational Plan of St. Jerome, immerses students in the beauty of Western civilization and the Catholic intellectual tradition. We are a parish school and bring students into the sacramental and liturgical life of St. Monica Catholic Church. Our educational community is dedicated to the formation of the whole person—intellectually, spiritually, and morally. Rooted in the timeless traditions of the liberal arts and the richness of the Catholic faith, we strive to cultivate wisdom, virtue, and a deep appreciation for truth, goodness, and beauty in our students. Our curriculum emphasizes the classical trivium—grammar, logic, and rhetoric—while fostering an environment where faith and reason harmonize. St. Monica Catholic School is committed to preparing students to live as joyful disciples of Christ in a rapidly changing world.
Ideal Candidate
St. Monica Catholic School seeks a passionate and dedicated Performing Arts/Vocal and Instrumental Music Teacher with an excellent liberal arts background, a worldview informed by Catholic anthropology, and the ability to integrate the Classical tradition into the Performing Arts curriculum.
Responsibilities:

• Teach music to students in PreK through 5th grade, introducing them to the beauty of rhythm, melody, and harmony through a classical lens tailored to their developmental stages.
• Teach introductory band or instrumental program (Grade 5) developing foundational skills in instrumental performance and fostering a love for music in young learners.
• Plan, prepare, and provide music for weekly all-school Masses, selecting repertoire that reflects the liturgical season and elevates the worship experience in alignment with Catholic tradition.
• Teach a weekly Middle School Enrichment class (i.e. Band, Orchestra, Vocal Jazz, Show Choir, Jazz Combo, Improv)
• Organize and present key school performances, including the Advent Concert, Spring Concert, Talent Show, and Grands Day Presentation, highlighting the integration of faith, beauty, and artistry.
• Collaborate with faculty to weave performing arts into the classical curriculum, reinforcing the trivium and illuminating the connections between music, virtue, and truth.
• Create an inclusive, supportive environment that encourages students to grow as artists and disciples of Christ.

Qualifications
The ideal Performing Arts / Vocal and Instrumental Music Teacher at St. Monica School embodies the following qualities:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music, Performing Arts, Education, or a related field.
• Vocal and Piano proficiency.
• Experience in teaching vocal and instrumental music classes, coaching ensembles, and developing a performing arts program within a classical or faith-based educational setting.
• Knowledge of Catholic liturgy and sacred music traditions, with the ability to enhance the school’s spiritual life through performance.
• A strong liberal arts background, with a deep appreciation for the classical tradition and its role in shaping the mind and soul.
• A worldview informed by Catholic anthropology, recognizing the dignity of the human person as created in the image of God, and a commitment to integrating this perspective into the performing arts curriculum.
• Excellent classroom management and the ability to work with students from a variety of cultural backgrounds and learning abilities.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills to manage rehearsals, productions, and program growth.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage students, parents, and colleagues in a collaborative community.
• Organized, flexible, resourceful, and an effective communicator in both speaking and writing.

Desirable Qualifications

• Theatre direction and production, with a vision for crafting performances that elevate the moral and intellectual imagination of students.
• Capacity to develop a theatre component for our Middle and High School students, culminating in an annual Spring Musical or Play, guiding students in exploring timeless narratives that reflect Catholic anthropology and moral imagination.

Physical Requirements:

• Functioning in classroom space -- walking, sitting, standing, reaching.
• Must be able to sit for up to two hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse and typing.
• Must be able to stand for up to two hours instructing a classroom of learners.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs on a frequent basis.

Benefits Information

• Salary based upon education and experience. Compensation range from $50,000-$75,000.
  Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant’s skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications.
• A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays.
• Professional development facilitated by the school, the archdiocese, and by national classical education organizations.
• In-building child/dependent tuition support.

Application Process:
To apply for the Performing Arts/Music Teacher position at St. Monica Catholic School, please submit a PDF of the following documents in an email to Marybeth Bohm, principal, at [e-mail]:

• Resume or CV
• Cover letter expressing interest in this position.
• Relevant portfolio materials (i.e. recordings -- vocal and piano, performance programs)
• Three references including name, title, relationship to applicant, phone number and email address.

Candidates must also submit an application through the AppliTrack System with the Archdiocese of Seattle: https://www.applitrack.com/seattlearch/onlineapp/default.aspx
Contact
Please contact Marybeth Bohm, Principal at [e-mail] or 206-232-5432 x 152.
We encourage candidates to visit our website at https://www.stmonicasea.org