Music Teacher Jobs in Minnesota

A Music Teacher in elementary education is responsible for developing students' music skills and appreciation. They conduct lessons that involve singing, playing musical instruments, and understanding music theory. Music Teachers also introduce various types of music to the children, helping them to explore their musical interests and talents. They prepare lesson plans and teaching materials for each class, evaluate student performance, and provide constructive feedback. Music Teachers also organize music-related activities such as choir practice, band rehearsals, and concerts.

Important skills and certifications a Music Teacher should have include a Bachelor's degree in Music Education, a teaching certification, and excellent musical skills. They should also have strong communication and class management skills, patience, creativity, and the ability to motivate and inspire students. Prior to becoming a Music Teacher, an individual may have roles such as a Private Music Tutor, a Band Director, or a Music Therapist. These roles provide valuable experience in teaching and working with students in a musical context.

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Worship Pastor and/or Music Education Teacher in Christian K-8 school

  • Hastings, MN
  • 4 hours ago
  • Hastings, MN
  • 4 hours ago

classes Wednesday's Schedule: We have often asked the Music Teacher to help with music on Wednesdays for chapel from approximately 8:30-8:45....

Middle School Vocal Music Teacher - 2025-2026

  • Maplewood, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Teacher/ Middle School Date Posted: 3/21/2025 Location: John Glenn Middle School Date Available: 07/01/2025    Position: Middle School Vocal Music Teacher Work Schedule: 8 hours...

Elementary Music Teacher - 2025-2026

  • Maplewood, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN
  • 2 days ago

Considerable skill in classroom management and organization. Working skill in maintaining records and developing reports....

Middle School Music Teacher (0.6) - 2025-2026

  • Maplewood, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Maplewood, MN
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Teacher/ Middle School Date Posted: 3/21/2025 Location: John Glenn Middle School Date Available: 07/01/2025    Position: Middle School Music Teacher (0.6 Instrumental and Vocal...

Summer Stars - Music Teacher

  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Mendota Heights, MN
  • 5 days ago

Position: Summer Stars Program Teacher (Music) Location: Garlough Elementary School Hours: July 7, 2025- July 31, 2025 Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m....

Music Teacher- Elementary

  • Lakeville, MN
  • 10 days ago
  • Lakeville, MN
  • 10 days ago

Position Description/Qualifications: Must possess or be eligible for a K-12 Vocal Music and K-12 Classroom Music in the state of Minnesota....

Music Teacher (2025-26)

  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 11 days ago

Music Teacher (2025-26) St....

Elementary Music Teacher, 0.2 FTE

  • Edina, MN
  • 18 days ago
  • Edina, MN
  • 18 days ago

POSITION: Elementary Music Teacher DATES/HOURS: 0.2 FTE (Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM) LOCATION: Highlands Elementary START DATE: August 18, 2025 LICENSURE REQUIREMENT(S): Vocal and Classroom...

K-8 Music Teacher

  • Rosemount, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • Rosemount, MN
  • 21 days ago

The teacher will confer with the principal about instructional practice, prepare each day's lesson plans, communicate regularly with school families, attend teacher meetings, and perform other duties...

Special Education Music Specialist

  • Rosemount, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • Rosemount, MN
  • 21 days ago

The Director of Elementary Education, Jeremy Sorenson ... - ...) and the Director of Secondary Education, Eric Hansen ... - ...) have been designated to respond to student-related inquiries regarding...

Music Teacher (2025-26)

  • Waite Park, MN
  • 21 days ago
  • Waite Park, MN
  • 21 days ago

Music Teacher (2025-26) JobID: 7913 Position Type: Teachers/Teacher Date Posted: 2/25/2025 Location: District Wide SCHEDULE: FTE Hours may vary based on program needs REPORTS TO: Building Principals...

Music Teacher

  • Lakeville, MN
  • 24 days ago
  • Lakeville, MN
  • 24 days ago

Music Teacher - Piano and Guitar 0.50 FTE Lakeville North High School This position begins on August 25, 2025....

Catholic School Music Teacher

  • Elk River, MN
  • 25 days ago
  • Elk River, MN
  • 25 days ago

behavior as well as classroom news and school information via approved communication forms, submitting copies of any parent communication to the Principal. 8.Establish clear objectives for all lessons...

Elementary Music Teacher (2025-2026)

  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 29 days ago
  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 29 days ago

Elementary Music Teacher (2025-2026) JobID: 1097 Position Type: Elementary Teaching, grades K-5 Date Posted: 2/19/2025 Location: Lower School FTE: 1.0 FTE Job Summary: K-5 Elementary Music Teachers...

Music Teacher - General

  • Hopkins, MN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hopkins, MN
  • 30+ days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; and provides individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil....

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Salary for Music Teacher Jobs in Minnesota

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Music Teachers in Minnesota offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.4%
Master's Degree
41.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
3.4%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Music Teachers in Minnesota
Less than 1 year
44.4%
None
24.1%
1-2 years
14.0%
2-4 years
9.0%
10+ years
2.5%
4-6 years
2.5%
6-8 years
2.2%
8-10 years
1.4%


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