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Preschool Music Teacher

Building Kidz School
Building Kidz School Salary
Palo Alto, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/20/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/19/2026

Building Kidz Schools is committed to developing the whole child through a dynamic, arts-integrated approach to education. Our mission is to foster a vibrant community where children are intellectually challenged, empowered, and inspired to build confidence and a lifelong love of learning through the arts.

We are currently seeking a dedicated, energetic, and experienced Music Teacher to step into an established role supporting multiple schools within our network. This is a high-impact position ideal for someone ready to jump in quickly, ensure continuity for our students, and bring both creativity and structure to an already successful program.

Start Timeline:
We are aiming to fill this role within the next 2–3 weeks and are prioritizing candidates who are available to begin onboarding and training right away.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead engaging music classes for children ages 3 months to 5 years, with class lengths ranging from 15–30 minutes
  • Available teaching hours are distributed across multiple school sites, including:
  • Scotts ValleyRedwoodSan JoseWest San JosePalo AltoSanta ClaraMilpitasSunnyvale
  • Manage instruction across multiple classrooms and campuses while maintaining a consistent, high-quality experience
  • Plan and implement thoughtful lessons aligned with the program curriculum
  • Foster a warm, supportive, and inspiring classroom environment that encourages creativity, confidence, and security in young learners
  • Collaborate with the performing arts team to produce two annual shows that integrate music, dance, and theatre
  • Lead musical components of performances, including rehearsals and preparation
  • Demonstrate adaptability and initiative within a fast-paced, evolving schedule
  • Participate in staff meetings and actively apply feedback
  • Support additional program needs as directed by the Performing Arts DirectorAdditional Opportunity:

Candidates with theatre experience or interest may take on additional early childhood theatre classes. This can include leading acting, storytelling, and performance-based activities, and may result in increased weekly hours and deeper involvement in productions.

Schedule & Commitment:

  • 18–23 hours per week across the locations listed above
  • Schedule may include morning and/or afternoon shifts, Monday through Friday
  • This role requires strong reliability, organization, and time management due to travel between sites

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • 2–3 years of formal music training (instrumental, vocal, theory, or musical theatre)
  • Solid understanding of early childhood music education
  • Ability to read and arrange sheet music for both classroom and performance use
  • Familiarity with instruments such as drums, tambourines, bells, and maracas
  • Strong classroom management skills, especially with young children
  • Reliable transportation and willingness to travel between all listed locations

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 1–2 years of teaching experience (early childhood strongly preferred)
  • Experience preparing young children for live performances
  • Background in two or more areas: music, dance, theatre
  • Experience developing interdisciplinary performing arts curriculum
  • ECE credentials strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits:

  • $28–$30 per hour, depending on experience
  • Travel compensation provided for time between school locations
  • Opportunity to increase hours through additional theatre teaching
  • Collaborative, creative, and mission-driven team environment
  • Flexible scheduling within a structured multi-site program

Requirements:

  • Health screening and TB test clearance (reimbursed)
  • Background check and fingerprint clearance (reimbursed)
  • Reliable transportation (required for multi-site travel)

Pay: $28.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Flexible schedule
  • Travel reimbursement

Work Location: In person

Salary : $28 - $30

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