Music Enrichment Instructor - Part Time

Brains And Motion Education; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Brains & Motion Education in Santa Monica, CA is seeking a part-time Music Instructor to lead after-school enrichment for grades K–8, starting Sep 15, 2026. The role focuses on engaging music activities, fundamentals, and age-appropriate instruction.

Ideal candidate has a background in music education or performing arts, 1–2 years of related teaching or performance experience, strong communication, and ability to manage a classroom.

Qualifications

• Experience or education in music, music education, performing arts, or a related field.
• Approximately 1–2 years of experience in music instruction, activities, or performance is preferred.
• Experience working with children or youth is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engaging music activities for students in grades K-8.
• Teach age-appropriate music concepts and fundamentals.
• Facilitate activities such as Music and Movement and digital music tools (e.g., Soundtrap).
• Adjust activities based on students' ages, skill levels, and interests.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Encourage student participation, creativity, and collaboration.
• Maintain appropriate classroom expectations and student safety.

Skills

Communication skills

Classroom management

Punctuality

Reliability

Education

Music education

Tools

Soundtrap

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Santa Monica - CA 90404

Salary Range: $32.00 - $32.00 Hourly

Music Enrichment Instructor - After-School Programs

About Brains and Motion Education:

Brains & Motion Education (BAM!) provides after-school enrichment programs in STEM, Arts, and Sports at schools and community locations. Our programs give students opportunities to learn new skills, explore their interests, and participate in engaging activities in a supportive environment.

Position Overview

Brains & Motion Education is seeking a Music Instructor to lead after-school enrichment activities for students in grades K-8. The ideal candidate has a background in music and enjoys working with children in a classroom or enrichment setting. This is a part-time position beginning September 15, 2026.

In this role, you will:

• Lead engaging music activities for students in grades K-8.
• Teach age-appropriate music concepts and fundamentals.
• Facilitate activities such as Music and Movement and digital music tools such as Soundtrap, as applicable to the assigned program.
• Adjust activities based on students' ages, skill levels, and interests.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Encourage student participation, creativity, and collaboration.
• Maintain appropriate classroom expectations and student safety.
• Follow BAM! program guidelines and communicate any student or classroom concerns as needed.

Qualifications:

• Experience or education in music, music education, performing arts, or a related field.
• Approximately 1-2 years of experience in music-related instruction, activities, or performance is preferred.
• Experience working with children or youth is preferred.
• Comfortable working with students in grades K-8.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Reliable and able to arrive on time for scheduled programs.
• Reliable transportation to the assigned program location.
• Must be able to pass a background check.
• Willingness to complete required training.
• Ability to lift and carry approximately 20-50 lbs. occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Details:

• Wage: $ 32.00/hour
• Job Type: Part-Time
• Start Date: September 15, 2026
• Availability: Tuesdays, between 1:45 PM and 4:10 PM PST

Brains and Motion Education is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state or local law. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and, where applicable, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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