Early Childhood Music Instructor

Bach to Rock: America's Music School; Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Bach to Rock: America’s Music School is seeking an Early Childhood Music Teacher to lead engaging classes for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers on a part-time basis at our Fairfax location.

You will create a fun, safe learning space, implement B2R lesson plans, and help caregivers understand the music concepts taught. A musical background and comfort with active, noisy environments are essential.

Qualifications

• Background in the arts (theater, art, music, etc.) is required.
• Must be able to sing a cappella (unaccompanied).
• Must demonstrate ability to play a musical instrument (piano/keys or guitar) preferred.
• Ability to interact effectively with both children and adults.
• Background check is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead Bach to Rock’s early childhood classes (Rock n Roll, Rock City, Fun with Music, Kids n Keys).
• Prepare for and deliver instruction using Bach to Rock lesson plans and activities.
• Create a warm, welcoming class environment for young children.
• Use the curriculum to educate caregivers attending class with toddlers.
• May assist at Bach to Rock events.

Skills

Background in arts

Singing ability

Music concepts

Communication with children & adults

Time management

Tools

Sound equipment operation

Computers

Job description

Bach To Rock (“B2R”) America’s Music School for students of all ages is currently seeking an Early Childhood Music Teacher to work as a part-time employee providing music classes to young children.

Early Childhood Teachers at Bach to Rock create a fun, educational and safe environment for children to explore the world of music. This job is a perfect fit for patient musicians with a flair for drama that enjoy playing music games, reading stories and inspiring young children.

Position Responsibilities:

• Lead B2R’s early childhood classes (Rock n Roll, Rock City, Fun with Music, and/or Kids n Keys)
• Prepare for and deliver instruction using the Bach to Rock detailed lesson plans and activities
• Create a warm and welcoming class environment in which young children can feel safe
• Use the recommendations in the B2R curriculum to encourage and educate caregivers that attend class with their toddlers
• May be asked to assist at B2R events

Requirements:

• Must have a background in the arts (theater, art, music, etc...)
• Must feel comfortable in an active and noisy setting
• Effective time management and organizational skills to keep a group of students engaged
• Comfortable working and adapting quickly in a fast-paced environment with a variety of personalities
• Must demonstrate an understanding of basic music concepts and be able to communicate those concepts in a developmentally appropriate and age appropriate manner with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.
• Ability to interact effectively with both children and adults
• Must play a musical instrument - piano, keys, or guitar preferred
• Must be able to sing a cappella (unaccompanied)
• Must demonstrate the ability to run basic sound equipment and computers
• Ability to pass a background check

Bach to Rock offers the opportunity to work a flexible part time schedule in a fun environment with other like-minded musicians. We handle the marketing, scheduling, booking, billing and other business aspects of lessons & group classes so that you can focus on teaching.

B2R offers an hourly rate between $16 and $24 that is based on education, experience, expertise, and availability.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by an individual assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and skills required of personnel so classified. Bach to Rock reserves the right to modify this job description at its sole discretion.

This Bach to Rock is locally owned and operated by:

Fairfax Rocks Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.