Job Description:
Part-Time Music Teacher
2026-2027 Academic Year
Saint Mary Catholic School, Bethel
 
Saint Mary Catholic School, Bethel is seeking a part-time Music Teacher (PreK 3 - 8th grade) for the 2026/2027 academic year. The candidate must have a love for working with children, be kind, caring, and patient, excited about music, and have knowledge with liturgical music. We are looking for a music educator who wants to work in a positive environment that is rooted in Christ’s teachings of love and compassion.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaches general music to Preschool - 8th grade including harmony, appreciation, history, and ensemble.
• Utilizes repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of students.
• Provides opportunities for music ensembles including choir & musicals.
• Plans, rehearses, and directs students in two musical programs for school and community (Christmas Program and Spring Concert).
• Differentiate music curriculum to meet the needs of the individual student and the student body.
• Plans a balanced music program, and organizes daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.
• Develops and refines music curriculum based on diocesan standards of creating, performing, and responding.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive environment during practice, group rehearsals, and music performances.
• Evaluates each student’s musical growth and contribution to the performance of the group that allows everyone to contribute.
• Communicates clearly with parents and school faculty/staff on the progress of individual students.
• Maintains care/responsibility for school-owned music, musical instruments, and equipment to prevent loss or abuse.
• Cooperation with principal and staff in providing musical programs for school assemblies, open house, parent meetings and seasonal programs. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment
• Practicing Roman Catholic, in good standing
• Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking and presentation skills.
• Ability to work with musicians at all skill levels 
• Strong instrumental skills, including piano accompaniment
• Relevant experience in music education

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s Degree
• Demonstrated experience teaching in a Catholic School
• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level

Interested candidates should complete the CT Reap application, include a cover letter, current resume and 3 current letters of recommendation to the attention of: principal@stmarybethelct.org