K–5 Music Teacher (Long-Term Substitute, 0.5 FTE | Spring 2026)

St. Jude of the Lake Catholic School • Full-time • Mahtomedi, Minnesota, US • 2w ago

Position Overview

St. Jude of the Lake is seeking a part-time (0.5 FTE), long-term substitute music teacher for the remainder of the school year. This position is ideal for an educator who loves music, beauty, and working with a wide range of grade levels. If helping children develop confidence in their voices, understand the foundations of music, and experience the satisfaction of performing together excites you, this role may be a great fit. In this position, you will guide students in foundational skills such as rhythm, pitch, movement, and participation. The overall curriculum, repertoire, and program direction are established. A major focus for this role will be preparing K–5 students for the spring concert on Grandparents Day in late April. The music has been selected and materials are organized. Your role will be to ensure students are prepared, confident, and performance-ready. This long-term substitute role has the potential to be extended or developed into a full-time position for the right candidate based on overall fit and program needs.

About St. Jude of the Lake

St. Jude of the Lake Catholic School is a joy-filled Catholic school where every child is known, loved, and challenged. Our faculty culture is collaborative, energetic, and rooted in our belief that Catholic education forms the whole person. With just-right class sizes, supportive families, and a clear academic vision, teachers at St. Jude have the freedom, tools, and backing to do their best work. We combine strong academics with genuine community and a shared mission—preparing our students for this life and the next.

What We Offer

Our teachers love serving at St. Jude’s. Here are a few reasons why:

Faith first – Our faith is the heart of our mission. Through weekly Mass, Eucharistic Adoration, daily prayer, feast days, and retreats, students encounter the beauty of the Catholic faith.
An established program – Curriculum, repertoire, and concert plans are already in place, allowing you to focus on teaching and student engagement rather than building from scratch.
Just-right class sizes – More time for real practice and building the relationships that make teaching fruitful.
A joyful elementary focus – Work primarily with younger students who are excited to sing, move, and participate.
A joyful faculty culture – Work with colleagues who laugh together, support one another, and genuinely enjoy their work.
Supportive families – Engaged parents who partner with you and value your role in their children’s formation.
Find balance – A 0.5 FTE schedule that allows you to focus on excellent instruction while maintaining balance outside of work.

Qualifications

The ideal applicant will have the following qualifications:

A personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a deep love for His Church
Ability to build positive, structured classroom environments across a range of grade levels
Strong foundational knowledge of vocal music instruction and basic music theory
Experience teaching students at a PK–8 Catholic school
Bachelor’s degree in music, music education, education, or a related field

How to Apply

Interested candidates should email their cover letter and resume to Benjamin Vasko, Principal, at bvasko@stjudeofthelake.org Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Position open until filled.