Part Time Music Teacher - Alphonsus Academy and Center for the Arts - Lakeview

Part-time music teacher specializing in choir and non-band instruments within the Archdiocese of Chicago Catholic schools, serving over 40,000 students across 150+ elementary and high schools.

About the Role

The Teacher is a qualified professional educator and a ministerial employee who acts as a representative of the Catholic Church, serving as both a role model and communicator of the Church’s message. The Teacher is directly accountable to the principal and agrees to abide by the educational policies of the Archdiocese of Chicago, the Office of Catholic Schools, and the local school.

Responsibilities

• Teach and act in accordance with Catholic doctrinal and moral teachings.
• Serve as a role model for students’ religious formation and represent the Archbishop of Chicago and the Catholic Church.
• Know, teach, and act consistently with the religious and educational mission, philosophy, and policies of the Catholic school.
• Complete Catholic identity formation training and other required professional development.
• Lead and/or participate in religious instruction, ceremonies, rituals, or other religious activities as directed by the principal.
• Communicate regularly with students, parents/guardians, colleagues, and the principal.
• Participate in professional development programs required by the Archdiocese or local school/parish.
• Perform teaching duties as assigned by the principal.
• Attend required faculty and staff meetings.
• Cooperate with the principal and staff 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 regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters.
• Positively represent the school/parish at all events and in the public.

Requirements

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

The following documentation is required with the application to determine eligibility and compensation:

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

Pay

This position offers a salary range of $38,527–$68,776 for Lay employees and $35,686–$62,316 for other employees. Compensation within the range is based on factors including education, qualifications, experience, skills, geographic location, and organizational needs.

Benefits

The Archdiocese of Chicago offers a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive compensation and benefit programs. More information about benefits is available here.