Part-Time Elementary Music Teacher — Inspire Young Musicians

Action Day Schools; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

1:1 student device program

Small class sizes

Family oriented community

Paid holiday closure at end of year

Job summary

Action Day Elementary School is seeking a dynamic Music Teacher to lead hands-on instruction for students in grades TK–4. The role is part-time, with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 10:30am–3:30pm, and a focus on general music, choir, recorder, ukulele, rhythm and movement, and music appreciation.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of elementary music teaching experience, a degree in Music Education or related field, and a passion for inclusive, engaging learning.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience teaching elementary music (TK–4) required.
• Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music, Education, or a related field highly preferred
• Experience teaching general music, choir, recorder, ukulele, rhythm & movement, and music appreciation, with piano proficiency for classroom accompaniment
• Experience preparing students for concerts, performances, and school assemblies, with strong classroom management and organizational skills
• Passion for inspiring young learners through engaging, inclusive, and creative music instruction
• A collaborative, reliable, can-do attitude with excellent communication skills and a willingness to support the school community

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in general music, choir, recorder, ukulele, rhythm and movement, and music appreciation
• Prepare students for assemblies and special performances
• Collaborate with classroom teachers and school leadership to create meaningful learning experiences
• Support the academic, social-emotional, and creative growth of every child
• Foster strong relationships with students and families

Skills

Elementary music teaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Education or related field

Job description

Action Day Elementary School is seeking a dynamic Music Teacher to lead hands-on instruction for students in grades TK–4. The role is part-time, with a schedule of Monday–Friday, 10:30am–3:30pm, and a focus on general music, choir, recorder, ukulele, rhythm and movement, and music appreciation.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of elementary music teaching experience, a degree in Music Education or related field, and a passion for inclusive, engaging learning.