What are the responsibilities and job description for the Preschool & Early Elementary Music Instructor position at Bach to Rock: America's Music School?
Bring music to life for our youngest learners.Bach to Rock – Herndon is hiring experienced early childhood music instructors to teach ages 18 months–7 years in small, engaging classes (Rock n Roll, Rock City, Kids n Keys, Fun with Music). You’ll lead joyful, structured lessons that build foundations in rhythm, movement, singing, instrument exploration, and early piano/keyboard skills.If you love working with young children, can run a calm, happy room, and know how to make simple music moments feel magical, this is for you.What you’ll doTeach parent-and-child and preschool/early-elementary classes with clear routines and upbeat energy.Model music fundamentals: steady beat, call-and-response, tonal/rhythmic patterns, and beginner piano/keyboard skills.Manage classrooms gracefully: transitions, attention, behavior, and safety.Communicate with parents at drop-off/pick-up; share simple at-home tips.Keep materials organized; follow lesson plans; log curriculum/notes.Occasionally, teach satellite classes at partner sites in the community.Schedule & payPart-time with consistent class blocks. Peak times: Weekdays 4:30–7:30 PM and Saturdays 10:00 AM–2:00 PM.$17.00–$17.50/hour (paid training).Must-havesHigh school diploma or equivalent (degree in Music/Music Ed or ECE preferred).Demonstrated success teaching or leading groups of children under age 7.Elementary–intermediate piano/keyboard skills.Strong classroom management and warm, professional parent communication.Reliable, punctual, and safety-minded; able to lift/move small instruments/props.Driver’s license and reliable transportation (for local satellites).Nice-to-havesCoursework/degree in Music, Music Ed, Early Childhood, or Elementary Ed.Or equivalent professional background (e.g., children’s choir leader, church music leader, Montessori/ECE aide with music focus).First Aid/CPR.Why this is a great fitMake a real impact at the most formative ages.Teach with a proven early-childhood curriculum: Rock n Roll (1–3), Rock City (3–5), Kids n Keys (5–7), Fun with Music (6–7).Supportive team culture, clear lesson plans, paid training.If this sounds like you, we’d love to meet you.
Salary : $17 - $18
