Private Music Teacher – Piano, Trumpet, and/or Strings

Part-Time Private Music Teacher (Piano / Trumpet & Piano / Strings)

Pittsburgh Music House is seeking passionate, student-centered music educators to join our growing team beginning August 24, 2026.

Open Positions:

We are currently hiring teachers in the following areas:

PianoTrumpet & PianoStrings (must be able to teach at least two of the following: Violin, Viola, Cello, and/or Bass)This position is ideal for educators who enjoy working with students of all ages and abilities while creating engaging, individualized lessons that inspire a lifelong love of music.

Pay: $40 per teaching hour
Additional paid lesson planning and administrative opportunities are available.

All candidates should:

Be able to incorporate composition and/or songwriting into lessons (training and mentorship provided)Adapt instruction to meet the needs of students with diverse learning styles, goals, and abilitiesEmploy an engaging teaching style with beginners through advanced musiciansBe comfortable teaching a variety of musical stylesSchedule Availability:

Candidates should be available for at least one of the following:

Mondays after 3:00 PMTuesdays after 3:00 PMWednesdays after 3:00 PMSaturdays before 12:00 PMConsistency is important, as teachers build a regular weekly schedule with their students.

About the Role:

At Pittsburgh Music House, we teach students ages 3–99 with a wide variety of interests, goals, and learning styles. Many students explore multiple instruments while also developing skills in singing, songwriting, improvisation, and creative music-making.

We're looking for teachers who can:

Create playful, developmentally appropriate lessons for young beginnersChallenge and inspire intermediate and advanced musiciansAdapt lessons to support multi-instrumental learnersEncourage creativity through composition, improvisation, and songwritingArrange or modify music based on student interests and ability levelsBuild strong, positive relationships with students and familiesFoster an encouraging, welcoming learning environment where students feel confident taking musical risksPreferred Qualifications

Degree in Music Education or a related fieldExperience teaching private lessonsExperience working with young childrenStrong knowledge of your primary instrument(s)Openness to incorporating play-based and general music approaches into private lessons (training and mentorship provided)Warm, collaborative, and flexible teaching styleCommitment to consistency and long-term student growthWhy Pittsburgh Music House?

At Pittsburgh Music House, we believe music lessons should be joyful, creative, and student-centered. We prioritize meaningful relationships, individualized instruction, and helping every student gain the tools to become lifelong music-makers.

Our teachers receive mentorship, collaboration opportunities, and the freedom to develop their own teaching style while becoming part of a supportive and growing team.

If you're excited to make a lasting impact through music education, we'd love to hear from you!

To Apply:

Email your resume to [email protected]

or text/call 833-412-7529 with any questions.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

Flexible schedulePaid trainingProfessional development assistanceApplication Question(s):

How would you describe your teaching style in 3–5 words?What is one word your students would use to describe you?What ages do you most enjoy teaching?Are you open to learning new teaching approaches through mentorship? (yes or no)Experience:

Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)Ability to Commute:

Pittsburgh, PA 15237 (Required)Work Location: In person