High School Music Teacher 25-26

Full-Time Math Teacher – St. Edward Central Catholic High School
Grades 9-12; Part-Time position is open for the 2025-26 school year and includes band, choir, beginning guitar/piano, and other courses befitting instructor's skill set.
Part time Position
St. Edward Central Catholic High School; 335 Locust Street, Elgin IL 60123
Salary Range: $20,000 - 30,000 per 185 day school year for part-time
Benefits Overview: See https://www.rockforddiocese.org/pdfs/accounting/Summary-of-Benefits.pdf?1732140853
Provided to eligible full-time employees ONLY: Health Insurance, Pension, Vacation, Sick and Personal Days, Holidays
Provided to eligible full-time AND part-time employees: 403(b) Retirement Plan, Paid Personal Time Off

For over 80 years, St. Edward Central Catholic High School, situated within the Diocese of
Rockford, has provided a comprehensive education to its diverse student body,
supported by robust family engagement. With a teacher-to-student ratio
of 11 to 1, the school ensures personalized attention and fosters an environment
conducive to academic excellence and holistic development.

At St. Edward, 98% of graduates continue their educational journey in two or four-year
college programs. Central to student life at St. Edward is the integration of Catholic faith
formation, academic pursuits, and participation in athletic and co-curricular activities.
This holistic approach aims to nurture well-rounded individuals who are not only
academically proficient but also spiritually grounded and socially engaged.
Prospective applicants are expected to embrace the principles of the Catholic faith and
demonstrate a genuine enthusiasm for fostering student development and success in all
aspects.
QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possess a Bachelor's Degree (Education or Music) and/or PEL with appropriate endorsement(s).
• Understanding and experience with curriculum design, planning and instruction.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral) and mature approach to conflict with excellent classroom management skills. Previous high school teaching experience strongly preferred.

JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the building administration, educator will plan and
provide for appropriate learning experiences for students.
Staff member will effectively perform the following duties in a timely manner.

• Supervises students in a variety of school related settings.
• Develops, selects and modifies instructional plans and materials to meet the needs of all students.
• Monitors appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
• Manages classroom organization and discipline.
• Positively and proactively communicates and interacts with students, parents, staff and community.
• Works cooperatively with the department members and staff as well as administration.

Develops and administers education curriculum consistent with school goals and
objectives.

• Develops engaging lesson plans designed to foster critical thinking skills
• Ability to differentiate lesson plans to accommodate all learning styles and challenges including students with 504 plans.
• Provides students with collaborative, problem-solving experiences that relate to and can be applied to real life; includes integration of SAT skills.
• Exudes an enthusiastic, motivating attitude towards coursework that will inspire students.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Attends scheduled meetings at St. Edward.
• Attends school Open House once per semester and facilitates “family” atmosphere critical to school culture.