Music Teacher

CHRIST OUR KING – STELLA MARIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL

Diocese of Charleston • Mount Pleasant, South Carolina

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Music Teacher

2026–2027 Academic Year • Full-Time

About Our School

Christ Our King – Stella Maris Catholic School is a vibrant, faith-centered learning community committed to academic excellence and the formation of the whole child — mind, body, and spirit. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, our school challenges students to grow as disciples of Christ while developing the knowledge and skills to thrive in a rapidly changing world. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate mathematics educator to join our collaborative faculty team.

Position Summary

Christ Our King – Stella Maris Catholic School seeks a passionate and faith-filled Music Teacher to provide high-quality music instruction for K3 through 8th grade and lead Harmonia, the school choir. This position is responsible for fostering musical skills, creativity, and an appreciation for sacred and secular music while supporting the spiritual formation of students. The Music Teacher plays an integral role in the liturgical and cultural life of the school by integrating faith, music, and performance. Participation and leadership in school musicals is also part of this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Music Instruction

• Provide general music instruction to students in accordance with diocesan and school curriculum standards
• Teach foundational music skills, including rhythm, melody, vocal technique, music theory, and appreciation
• Design engaging, age-appropriate lessons that encourage participation and musical growth
• Assess student progress and maintain appropriate instructional records

Choir Leadership – Harmonia

• Direct and oversee the Catholic School choir
• Select appropriate sacred and secular repertoire that reflects Catholic identity and school values
• Prepare students for performances, school events, concerts, and liturgical celebrations
• Develop students’ vocal skills, confidence, and ensemble performance techniques

Faith & Liturgical Support

• Support the Catholic mission of the school through music and worship
• Collaborate with administration and campus ministry to support Masses, prayer services, and special liturgical events, and musical performances
• Model reverence, professionalism, and Gospel-centered values through music instruction

Classroom Environment

• Maintain a safe, structured, and respectful learning environment
• Establish clear expectations for student behavior and participation
• Encourage teamwork, discipline, and respect through musical

Interested candidates please send a cover letter, resume and 4 professional references to apply@charlestondiocese.org