Early Childhood Music Instructor

The Community School of Music and Arts is seeking a motivated, experienced, fun, and engaging individual to teach in-person Early Childhood Music Program spanning ages 2-7 years at CSMA’s primary Finn Center site in Mountain View. This is a part-time, hourly position. Qualified applicants may also be considered for additional teaching throughout CSMA’s other programs. Please be sure to review the schedule information below prior to applying.

Skills/Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practical aspects of early childhood music instruction and a solid understanding of early childhood music pedagogy.
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in performance and/or music education.
• Proven success in teaching in an early childhood setting.
• Experience and interest in teaching students of all abilities with an emphasis on appreciation and enjoyment of music.
• Demonstrated success interacting with and engaging parents/guardians during early childhood classes.
• Certifications in Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze, or similar methodology preferred but not required.
• Ability to play guitar and/or ukulele preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to teach and converse comfortably with diverse groups of people.
• The ability to communicate in a positive and consistent way with parents, students, and administration.
• Performing experience preferred.

Education

• BA in Music or Music Education, or equivalent experience

Benefits Include

• All faculty have access to a 403(B) retirement plan.
• Paid Sick Leave accrual
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits are available for faculty who teach 20 hours or more per week.
• Professional Development opportunities and grants for faculty
• Community Concert Series performance opportunities for faculty
• Employee and Family discount on private lessons and classes

Schedule

 Candidates should be available to teach in person at CSMA’s main campus in Mountain View on Saturday and/or Sunday mornings and afternoons from approximately 9:00 am to 2:30 pm. Additional days will be added to the teaching schedule based on the candidate’s availability and class demand.

To Apply:

Please email a cover letter and resume to jobs@arts4all.org, with Early Childhood Music Instructor as the subject line. Please clearly indicate your primary instrument and secondary instruments you are qualified to teach on your cover letter.

*Please note that CSMA does not provide visa sponsorship. All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.