Part Time Music Teacher - St. Christina - Chicago

Archdiocese of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,527 - 68,776; Part time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of Chicago invites applications for a part‑time Music Teacher for grades PK–5 at St. Christina School for the 2026‑2027 year.

The position is two full days per week, on site in Chicago, with duties including delivering faith‑based music instruction and contributing to a positive Catholic school environment. Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's degree, state licensure preferred, and must meet Archdiocese safe environment requirements; practicing Catholics are preferred for

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Must have valid state licensure for the grade/subject area (preferred, not required).
• Must complete Catholic identity formation training.
• Practicing Catholic (preferred; required for religion teachers).

Responsibilities

• Teach music to students in grades PK–5 following Catholic doctrinal guidelines.
• Lead or participate in religious instruction and school activities as directed by the principal.
• Maintain accurate attendance and academic records; communicate with families and staff.
• Represent the Archdiocese of Chicago and the Catholic Church at school events.

Skills

Music education

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teaching Licensure (PEL)

Job description

The Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools serve more than 40,000 students in 150+ elementary and high schools in Cook and Lake counties. It is one of the largest private school systems in the United States and has received 96 Blue Ribbon awards from the U.S. Department of Education over the past 10 years.

St. Christina School is seeking a passionate and dedicated teacher of music for grades PK‑5 for the 2026‑2027 school year. The position is two full days per week. The teacher must be a qualified professional educator who meets the requirements to teach in a Catholic school in the Archdiocese of Chicago, and the teacher acts as a representative of the Catholic Church to students.

General Responsibilities

• Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings of the Church.
• Act as a role model for the religious formation of students and as a representative of the Archbishop of Chicago and the Catholic Church in the performance of the Church’s ministry.
• Know, teach, and act consistently in accordance with the religious and educational mission, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Catholic school.
• Complete Catholic identity formation training and other required professional development from the Archdiocese of Chicago.
• Lead and/or participate in any and all religious instruction, ceremonies, rituals or other religious activities as directed by the principal.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and principal.
• Participate in any and all professional development programs required by the Archdiocese of Chicago and/or the local school/parish.
• Perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal.
• Attend required faculty and staff meetings.
• Cooperate with the principal and staff members in school‑related meetings, activities and projects.
• Maintain accurate student attendance and academic records.
• Maintain a safe, orderly, and secure learning and working environment.
• Participate in the annual performance review.
• Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students and general school matters.
• Positively represent the school/parish at all school/parish events (including extracurricular activities) and in the general public.
• Complete any other specific tasks assigned by the principal.

Requirements and Preferences

• Practicing Catholic (preferred; required for religion teachers).
• Must meet compliance with safe environment requirements.
• Must hold a Bachelor’s degree.
• Must have valid state licensure for the grade/subject area (preferred, not required).
• Must complete Catholic identity formation training.

Documentation Required for Application

• Transcripts.
• Resume.
• Teaching Licensure (PEL), if applicable/obtained.
• Acceptance in alternative licensure program, if applicable.
• Professional references.

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and benefit programs. The salary range for this position is $38,527–$68,776 for a lay employee and $35,686–$62,316 for a religious employee. Pay is based on education, qualifications, experience, skills, location, and organizational needs.