Assistant Music Teacher – Elementary School

Play Patrol Company – Allentown, PA Part-Time | Wednesdays, 10:00 AM–2:30 PM

Play Patrol Company is seeking an enthusiastic and dependable Assistant Music Teacher to support our elementary music program at a private school in Allentown, PA.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Music Education major or college student preparing for a career in education who wants hands-on experience working with students in grades K–5 alongside an experienced Lead Music Teacher.

The Assistant Music Teacher will help facilitate engaging, age-appropriate music lessons throughout the school day while gaining valuable experience in elementary music instruction, classroom management, lesson implementation, and student engagement.

Responsibilities

Assist the Lead Music Teacher with music classes for students in grades K–5Help facilitate prepared lesson plans, activities, and musical exercisesSupport singing, rhythm, percussion, movement, and instrument-based activitiesWork with individual students and small groups during lessonsHelp students understand and practice musical concepts introduced by the Lead TeacherAssist with classroom management and student transitionsDistribute, organize, and collect instruments and classroom materialsModel enthusiastic and appropriate participation during activitiesLearn Play Patrol’s lesson plans, teaching methods, and classroom proceduresHelp maintain a positive, structured, and engaging learning environmentSchedule

This is a consistent once-per-week position every Wednesday from 10:00 AM–2:30 PM during the school year.

Candidates should be able to commit to the Wednesday schedule on an ongoing basis.

Ideal Candidate

We are especially interested in candidates who:

Are currently pursuing a degree in Music Education, Music, Elementary Education, or a related fieldHave an interest in teaching music to elementary-aged studentsEnjoy working with children in grades K–5Are comfortable singing and actively participating in musical activitiesWant additional hands-on classroom and teaching experienceAre energetic, dependable, patient, and professionalAre comfortable taking direction and working alongside a Lead Music TeacherAre interested in developing their classroom management and instructional skillsPrevious professional teaching experience is not required. This position is designed to provide a developing educator with meaningful, real-world elementary classroom experience.

About Play Patrol Company

Play Patrol Company provides engaging music education and enrichment programs for schools and educational organizations. Our programs combine singing, movement, percussion, rhythm, instrument exploration, and hands-on learning to create meaningful musical experiences for children.

For a college student pursuing Music Education, this position offers the opportunity to gain consistent K–5 classroom experience while learning directly from an experienced music educator.

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person