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Diocese of Gaylord

Music Director / Cantor

Pellston, MI · On-site

Position: Music Director / Cantor Saint Clement of Pellston Employment type: Part-time Location ... Bachelor's degree in Music, Church music is preferred. * Keyboard skills on piano and organ, with ...

Diocese of Gaylord

Music Director / Cantor

Pellston, MI · On-site

Position: Music Director / Cantor Saint Clement of Pellston Employment type: Part-time Location ... Bachelor's degree in Music, Church music is preferred. * Keyboard skills on piano and organ, with ...

Ladgov Corporation

Must have a minimum of two (2) years' experience as a Roman Catholic Church musician and/or worship team director. * Must be proficient at individual singing, piano/keyboard playing, and leading ...

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Dayton, OH · On-site

Must have a minimum of two (2) years' experience as a Roman Catholic Church musician and/or worship team director. * Must be proficient at individual singing, piano/keyboard playing, and leading ...

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As of Aug 23, 2026, the average yearly pay for part time church music director in the United States is $48,107.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42,500.00 and $58,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Part Time Church Music Director vs Part Time Worship Coordinator?

AspectPart Time Church Music DirectorPart Time Worship Coordinator
Primary RoleLeading choir, selecting music, and directing musical aspects of servicesOrganizing worship services, coordinating music and other elements, supporting worship flow
Required CredentialsMusical training, proficiency in instruments/vocals, possibly music certificationsEvent planning, organizational skills, some musical knowledge beneficial
Work EnvironmentChurch sanctuary, choir rooms, music rehearsalsChurch sanctuary, multi-purpose rooms, event spaces
Employer & Industry UsageReligious organizations, churchesReligious organizations, churches

While both roles support worship services, the Part Time Church Music Director primarily focuses on leading music and choir direction, whereas the Part Time Worship Coordinator handles overall service planning and coordination, including music and other elements. Understanding these distinctions helps in choosing the right position based on skills and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Part Time Church Music Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $48,107 per year, or $23.1 per hour.

Music Director / Cantor

Diocese of Gaylord

Pellston, MI • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

Position: Music Director / Cantor
Saint Clement of Pellston
Employment type: Part-time
Location: Pellston, MI
General Summary:
The Music Director is a member of the Pastoral Staff and is directly responsible to the Pastor. The Director assists the Pastor with overall efforts to ensure parishioners encounter Christ through prayer, the sacraments, and worship. The scope of this role is to discern, plan, prepare and implement music opportunities for everyone in the parish. The Director supports parish leadership in the planning, execution, and celebration of all parish liturgical celebrations, including sacramental celebrations. Though a director is preferable, we have an immediate need for a Cantor for Saint Nicholas and Holy Cross.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provides effective leadership and communicates clearly with all involved in music ministry within the parish.
  • Plans, prepares, and provides music and/or musicians for Sunday worship and other major events liturgical celebrations including but not limited to Holy Days, funerals, and weddings for Saint Clement of Pellston, Saint Nicholas of Larks Lake and holy Cross of Cross Village.
  • Coordinates and schedules the musicians, choirs, and cantors to ensure that all liturgies are planned and vibrant.
  • Directs, rehearses, recruits, trains, and builds the parish choir, cantors, and instruments.
  • Invites, welcomes, and encourages, a broad spectrum of parishioners with varying experience and musical talent to create a connected and caring community of musicians and those who are involved in a variety of parish liturgical ministries.
  • Teaches the assembly any new music that will be used for worship.
  • Develops and coordinates children and teen choirs.
  • Ensures appropriate copyright permission and licenses are secured.
Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Music, Church music is preferred.
  • Keyboard skills on piano and organ, with vocal musical talent.
  • Experience directing a choir.
  • Knowledge of Roman Catholic Liturgy.
  • A practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
  • Able to work evenings and weekends.
  • Good interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.

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