Music Educator

Join Our Team as a Music Educator!

At Music & Arts, we are dedicated to providing you with the tools and support necessary to inspire the next generation of musicians. Our focus is on facilitating a meaningful teaching experience, and we offer robust benefits, a commitment to innovation, and numerous opportunities for career growth. If you are a skilled musician passionate about empowering students, we want to hear from you!
We believe that private lessons lay the foundation for a lifelong relationship with music. Our commitment to music education is central to our mission, and we seek instructors who excel in their instruments. We handle all the administrative tasks, allowing you to focus on what you do best: inspire and nurture future musicians!

Your Role:
As a Music Educator, you will foster a supportive and engaging learning environment where students can flourish. Your responsibilities will include:
• Conducting music lessons for students of all ages and skill levels.
• Establishing strong relationships with students and parents through consistent communication, goal-setting, and progress tracking.
• Collaborating with store teams to schedule lessons and promote student retention.
• Sharing your musical knowledge and expertise to inspire student growth.

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience.
• At least 2 years of music teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
• Professional teaching memberships or certifications.
• 8+ years of teaching experience, particularly with multiple instruments such as banjo, baritone, bass clarinet, bass guitar, bassoon, cello, clarinet, flute, French horn, guitar, mandolin, oboe, percussion, piano, piccolo, saxophone, string bass, trombone, trumpet, tuba, ukulele, viola, violin, and voice.

About Music & Arts:

At Music & Arts, we celebrate creativity and music, empowering our team members to find their unique voice. Our goal is to create lifelong musicians and make a positive impact by allowing everyone to experience the joy of playing an instrument. We prioritize customer satisfaction, fostering respect and integrity in everything we do.
Founded in 1952 in Bethesda, MD, Music & Arts originally offered a range of musical resources and has since grown into a national leader in music education retail. Now a part of the Guitar Center enterprise, we operate over 225 retail locations across the U.S.

Why Choose Music & Arts?
We offer competitive compensation, including a non-teaching rate of $16.00/hr along with a teaching rate of $10-20/hr, based on experience and background. Additionally, musicians on our team can take advantage of our unique gig leave policy, allowing you to share your music with the world while retaining your job. Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including a 401K with company match and an employee discount program.

Additional Information:

Music & Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide fair employment opportunities for all, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are made based on valid job-related criteria.
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