Piano Teacher

Arts for LA; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (Sick, vacation and HOL)

Job summary

Neighborhood Music School in Los Angeles seeks a part-time Piano Teacher to guide students ages 5 through adulthood, from beginner to advanced levels. We value warmth, patience, creativity, and a love of music.

You will teach technique, reading, rhythm, theory, and performance, introduce diverse repertoire, and prepare students for recitals while collaborating with faculty on school programs and events. Availability Thursday and Friday 2:00–8:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM–3:00 PM; Bachelor’s degree in

Qualifications

• Strong piano technique and solid foundation in music theory.
• Experience teaching children, teenagers, and adults with varied skill levels.
• Ability to teach both beginner and advanced students.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, flexible, and inclusive teaching approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized piano instruction to students ages 5 through adult.
• Develop age-appropriate lessons tailored to students’ abilities and goals.
• Teach piano technique, reading, rhythm, theory, expression, and performance skills.
• Introduce diverse repertoire, including classical and contemporary genres.
• Create an encouraging environment that builds confidence and creativity.
• Prepare students for recitals and performances.
• Communicate progress with students and families.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff on programs and events.
• Maintain attendance and progress records.

Skills

Piano performance

Teaching experience

Beg/Advanced teaching

Communication

Patience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music or related field

Master's degree in Piano Performance / Pedagogy / Music Education

Job description

• Employment Opportunity: Piano Teacher
• Job Title: Piano Teacher
• Employment Status: Part-Time, Non-Exempt
• Reports to: NMS Director
• Position Begins: January 2027
• Compensation: $35.00 per hour
• Teaching Hours: Thursday & Friday: 2:00–8:00 PM | Saturday: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

ABOUT NEIGHBORHOOD MUSIC SCHOOL

Neighborhood Music School (NMS) is a vibrant, community-centered nonprofit dedicated to inspiring minds, enriching the community, and changing lives through music education. We believe in the transformative power of music and create a welcoming, inclusive environment for students of all ages and abilities.

POSITION OVERVIEW

NMS seeks an enthusiastic, creative, and dedicated Piano Teacher to join our faculty. The ideal candidate is a skilled pianist and passionate educator who enjoys teaching students from age 5 through adulthood, from beginning to advanced levels. We value warmth, patience, creativity, and a genuine love of music.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide individualized piano instruction to students ages 5 through adult, from beginner to advanced.
• Develop age-appropriate lessons tailored to students’ abilities, interests, learning styles, and goals.
• Teach piano technique, music reading, rhythm, theory, expression, and performance skills.
• Introduce diverse repertoire, including classical, contemporary, and other musical genres.
• Create an encouraging environment that builds confidence, creativity, and musical enjoyment.
• Prepare students for recitals, performances, and other musical opportunities.
• Communicate with students and families about progress, practice, and development.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff on school programs, performances, and community events.
• Maintain accurate attendance and student progress records.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong piano performance skills and a solid foundation in technique and music theory.
• Experience teaching children, teenagers, and/or adults with varied skill levels and learning styles.
• Ability to teach both beginning and advanced students.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, flexible, and encouraging approach; commitment to inclusive teaching.

NEIGHBORHOOD MUSIC SCHOOL PIANO TEACHER

Availability Thursday and Friday, 2:00–8:00 PM, and Saturday, 9:00 AM–3:00 PM.

Bachelor’s degree in Music, Music Education, Piano Performance, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in Piano Performance, Piano Pedagogy, or Music Education.
• Experience in a community music school or private lesson setting.
• Experience adapting instruction for students with diverse learning styles.
• Familiarity with varied piano teaching methods and musical genres.
• Experience preparing students for recitals and performances.
• Ability to incorporate creativity, improvisation, and student-selected repertoire.

WHO WE’R LOOKING FOR

An educator who inspires a love of piano, connects with learners of different ages and abilities, balances structure with creativity, celebrates student growth, and values collaboration and community.

JOIN THE TEAM

At NMS, teaching is about more than musical skills. It is about building relationships, encouraging self-expression, and helping students experience the joy and confidence of making music.

Salary: $35, hourly

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (Sick, vacation and holiday pay)

Deadline to apply: November 9, 2026

Documents required to apply:Resume, Cover Letter, References, Work Sample/Portfolio