Music Teacher

Job Description

Now Hiring: Full-Time Music Teacher
Private Catholic School | Lemont, Illinois

A private Catholic school in Lemont, Illinois is seeking a full-time Music Teacher to join our dedicated faculty for the upcoming school year. This position offers the opportunity to inspire students through music while supporting the mission of a faith-filled, academically strong Catholic education.

Position Overview:
The Music Teacher will provide engaging, developmentally appropriate music instruction to students, fostering an appreciation for music, creativity, and performance. The ideal candidate will integrate faith, joy, and excellence into classroom instruction and contribute positively to our school community.

Responsibilities Include:
- Teaching general music classes to students at various grade levels
- Introducing and developing foundational musical skills, including rhythm, melody, and movement
- Preparing students for school liturgies, performances, and special events
- Collaborating with classroom teachers and administration
- Creating a positive, structured, and nurturing learning environment
- Supporting the Catholic identity and mission of the school

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Music
- Teaching certification preferred but not required
- Experience working with children in an educational setting
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Practicing Catholic preferred, with a commitment to modeling Catholic values

Why Join Our School:
- Supportive, faith-centered community
- Small class sizes and strong family partnership
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact through music education
- Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume and cover letter to chamilton@everestlemont.com

Come share your love of music and help form students academically, spiritually, and creatively in a joyful Catholic school environment.

About the Employer

Everest Academy is an independent Roman Catholic PK3-8 school located in Lemont, Illinois. It is part of the RC Education international system of schools and is in its 26th year of Catholic educational and formative excellence. Everest is proud of its strong Catholic identity and its mission of developing Catholic leaders through its focus on the Integral Formation of each student: academic, character, faith, and apostolate.