Preschool-4th Grade Music Teacher 2026-2027

Welcome to Ave Maria Academy

Ave Maria Academy is seeking a joyful and faith-filled Catholic music teacher to join our faculty. This is a part-time, hourly position responsible for providing music instruction to students in preschool through fourth grade.

This position also offers the opportunity to work alongside our current teacher during the spring term to become familiar with the music program and instructional approach at Ave Maria Academy. Independent teaching responsibilities will begin in the 2026–2027 school year.

The Preschool-4th Grade Music Teacher first and foremost supports the mission of Ave Maria Academy to form young minds, hearts and souls to love Jesus Christ. Music instruction at Ave Maria Academy focuses primarily on the development of singing, but it also includes moving to music, playing instruments, and developing music reading and listening skills.

The Preschool-4th Grade Music Teacher works closely with the 5th-8th Grade Music Teacher to prepare, coordinate, and execute three musical performances each year. As the music curriculum at Ave Maria Academy is primarily focused on vocal instruction and performance, the ideal candidate will, therefore, possess a strong background in voice.

About us:

Ave Maria Academy is a Catholic school educating students in preschool through 8th grade in Maple Grove, MN.

Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, Ave Maria Academy forms young minds, hearts, and souls through a commitment to clear thinking, academic achievement, character formation, prayer, and service. In an encouraging and safe environment transformed by faith, reason, and virtue, each child’s unique and God-given talents are nurtured through mastery of a rigorous curriculum and active participation in the Catholic faith.

· Prior experience working with elementary school students in a musical setting is preferred

· Bachelor’s degree in music education, music, vocal performance, or a related field is preferred

· Possess a familiarity with the sacred music tradition of the Catholic Church

· Be a practicing Catholic

· Enthusiasm and passion for teaching music and the ability to convey this to students

· Comply with all Archdiocesan OPCY requirements through VIRTUS Online

Candidates may submit a resume, cover letter, and at least two references to Mrs. Lisa Noetzel, Executive Assistant, at frontdesk@avemariaacademy.org. The cover letter should include a general philosophy of music education, why the candidate would like to work with children of this age, and why the candidate would like to work in a Catholic school.