Early Education Music Teacher

Building Blocks Early Learning Center; Monroe (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative early education center is seeking a passionate Early Education Music Teacher to inspire children through music. This role involves leading engaging music and movement classes for young learners, fostering creativity and joy in their educational journey. As part of a supportive team, you'll collaborate with teachers and participate in professional development, all while traveling to various locations. If you're enthusiastic about making a difference in children's lives and have a love for music, this independent contractor position offers a wonderful opportunity to shine in a vibrant learning environment.

Qualifications

• Education in music and musical proficiency required.
• Previous experience working with children required.

Responsibilities

• Lead music and movement activities for children ages 0-5.
• Collaborate with classroom teachers during music classes.
• Maintain personal inventory of instruments.

Skills

Musical proficiency

Guitar proficiency

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Degree in music or education

Job description

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Building Blocks Early Learning Center provided pay range

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Base pay range

$30.00/hr - $50.00/hr

Building Blocks is currently seeking an Early Education Music Teacher to join our teams in Monroe and Wilton. Building Blocks is a network of 9 preschools and early learning centers across Connecticut. Whether you have been teaching music for years or are just getting started and would like to bring your talents to early education, Building Blocks may be a great fit!

This is an independent contractor position/10-99 employee.

Prerequisites:

• Education in music and musical proficiency required. Degree related to music or education preferred.
• Proficiency in guitar or other portable instrument required.
• Previous experience working with children required. Practicum, internship, or volunteer sites accepted as experience.
• Ability to travel to multiple sites in MA and NH regularly and reliably.
• Excellent organizational and initiative-taking skills.
• Ability to self-direct as well as work as part of a team.
• Great communication and listening skills.
• Willingness to give and receive feedback professionally.
• Adaptable, creative, and high energy.

General Duties:

• Travel to a personal roster of schools, sometimes more than one per day, to lead weekly music and movement classes based on the Musical Sprouts curriculum. Class sizes range from 6-20 students, visiting 6 to 12 classrooms daily.

Responsibilities:

• Lead music and movement activities for children ages 0-5 for a minimum of 20 minutes (Infants and Toddlers) and 30 minutes (Preschool and Kindergarten).
• Collaborate with classroom teachers during music classes.
• Prepare for classes by reviewing curriculum, gathering props, and practicing songs.
• Coordinate with school leaders on visits, schedules, and feedback.
• Maintain personal inventory of instruments, sanitize and be responsible for them.

Team Duties:

• Collaborate with other music teachers to plan and align lessons.
• Lead occasional training sessions for teachers on integrating music into classrooms.
• Attend professional development and propose outside learning opportunities.
• Lead large group music events during family open-houses or special occasions a few times a year.

Little Sprouts LLC, a subsidiary of Babilou Family, provides award-winning early education across 39 New England schools, with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating optimal learning environments for children aged 0-5.

This is an independent contractor role requiring a Certificate of Insurance (including workers' compensation, general liability, and errors & omissions).