Elementary Music Teacher

Carney, Sandoe & Associates; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Housing (boarding schools only)

Job summary

Carney, Sandoe & Associates is seeking an Elementary Music Teacher for the 2027-2028 school year at private and independent K-12 schools in the San Francisco Bay Area and nationwide.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s in music (Master’s preferred) with 2–3 years of lower school teaching experience and strong vocal/instrumental skills. Collaboration with faculty and effective communication with families are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music or related field required; Master’s preferred.
• 2–3 years of lower school teaching experience preferred.
• Strong vocal and instrumental skills; ability to use varied teaching strategies to differentiate learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach several music courses for lower school students.
• Maintain and supervise musical instruments and equipment.
• Communicate progress with families, students, and colleagues.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and stay current with trends.
• Prepare students for school concerts and music experiences.
• Inspire students to participate in after-school music clubs.
• Mentor students and build relationships across grade levels.

Skills

Vocal skills

Instrumental skills

Collaboration

Differentiated instruction

Effective communication

Professional development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an educational recruitment firm, is currently seeking Elementary Music Teachers for the 2027-2028 school year at a K-12 private and independent schools in the San Francisco Bay Area and nationwide.

About CS&A:

Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

Elementary Music Teacher Responsibilities:

• Teach several music courses for lower school students.
• Ensure proper care, maintenance, and responsible use of musical instruments, equipment, and technology.
• Build strong relationships through clear and consistent communication with families, students, and colleagues, including timely updates on student progress and effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to improve instructional practices and remain current with trends in the field.
• Preparing students for school concerts and planned music experiences.
• Inspiring and motivating students to extend themselves to after school music clubs.
• Building relationships and mentoring students.

Elementary Music Teacher Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in music or related field. Master's degree preferred.
• At least 2-3 years of lower school teaching experience preferred.
• Strong vocal and instrumental skills.
• Knowledge of varied teaching strategies to differentiate learning.
• Eager to work collaboratively with other teachers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• U.S. Work Authorization required.

Additional Desired Qualities:

• Experience with Orff, Kodaly, and/or Dalcroze.

Potential Benefits:

Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

Paid holidays, vacation and personal time

Housing (boarding schools only)

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.