Music Teacher

Community Music School (CMS) Lehigh Valley & Berks has immediate openings for experienced and passionate instrumental teachers to join our dedicated faculty! If you are specialized in teaching flute, violin, brass instruments, or piano and love to inspire students of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds, we want to hear from you!

Position Details:

• Locations:
• Lehigh Valley Main Office & Studios: 1544 Hamilton Street, Allentown, PA 18102
• Berks Studio at GoggleWorks Center for the Arts: 201 Washington St, Reading, PA 19601
• Position Type: Part-time employee
• Schedule: Flexible schedule, starting at 10-15 hours per week, with the opportunity to increase depending on student demand and employee availability. Weekday afternoons/evenings, between 3:00-8:00 PM. Occasional weekends as needed for student recitals and outreach events.
• Starting Pay: $32-$35/hour, based on education and experience.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide one-on-one quality instruction in a positive and professional learning environment in your specialized instrument(s) at an advanced level. Additional opportunities for group classes, summer camps, and collaborative performances may be available.
• Develop and implement an individualized curriculum to inspire students to succeed and develop as well-rounded musicians and learners
• Work at a variety of levels teaching different musical skills to individuals or groups of all ages
• Teach instrumental techniques, scales, sight-reading, music theory, and self-expression through music
• Prepare and register students for evaluations, auditions, and recitals
• Attend regular faculty meetings and maintain clear communications with students, parents, and administration via phone, email, and online scheduling system
• Complete annual student progress evaluations
• Complete post-interview lesson evaluation forms for private students

What We’re Looking for:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in music education, music performance, or related field. Advanced degrees in music education or performance preferred.
• Teaching Experience: At least 1 year
• Language: English; Spanish is a plus
• Work Authorization: US Citizen, Permanent Resident
• Skills
• Proficiency in pedagogy and performance
• Ability to work flexibly and independently with a diverse student base
• Basic technology skills: Google Suite (Mail, Meet, Forms), ability to access the teacher portal online or through the mobile app, ability to fill and send PDFs, scanning and printing
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Enthusiastic and positive attitude, and a passion for teaching

Perks of Teaching at CMS:

• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• You focus on teaching—we handle marketing, billing, and scheduling!
• Flexible schedule with room to grow your hours.
• Creative freedom to develop your own lesson plans based on the needs and goals of your students.
• Performance and collaboration opportunities.
• Online teacher portal for streamlined scheduling, assignments, and communications.
• Free parking

Work Environment:

• In Allentown, teaching is conducted in one of several private-sized music studios within a secure facility that includes a reception area and administrative staff.
• In Reading, teaching is conducted in one shared private music studio located on the 5th floor of the GoggleWorks Center for the Arts complex. Access is via elevator or stairs.
• Exposure to varying levels of musical noise from surrounding studios.
• Standard office sounds such as phones and in-person conversations.
• Some studios may have windows with natural light, while others rely on overhead lighting.

Physical Requirements:

• Teach for extended periods while standing or sitting, with breaks as needed.
• Demonstrate pieces and techniques on the given instrument(s).
• Communicate effectively in person, over the phone, and via email

Required Clearances:

• In accordance with PA Act 153, CMS requires all employees to have or obtain child protection clearances and complete mandated reporter training. All required clearances and training must be current (within the last 5 years). Learn more at Keep Kids Safe PA https://www.pa.gov/agencies/dhs/resources/keep-kids-safe.
• Act 153 Clearances
• Child Abuse History Certification (CY113)
• Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) Criminal History Record Check
• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal History Background Check
• Mandated Reporter Training
• University of Pittsburgh’s Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse: Mandated and Permissive Reporting in Pennsylvania Online Training

How to Apply:

Visit our website at https://cmslv.org/about/employment/ to complete the employment application