What are the responsibilities and job description for the Piano Teacher position at Heart Beats Music School?
Heart Beats Music School is seeking passionate, dedicated music teachers who are committed to excellence in both musicianship and education.
We believe great teachers are developed through mentorship, collaboration, and a genuine love of helping students grow. We're looking for strong musicians who are excited to build their teaching skills in a supportive, creative, and professional environment.
Whether you're an experienced educator or a highly skilled musician beginning your teaching career, we provide mentorship, teaching resources, continuing education, and a collaborative team that is invested in your success.
We are currently accepting applications for multiple instruments.
Requirements
- Advanced proficiency on your primary instrument, with a strong foundation in music theory and music literacy.
- A degree in music (completed or in progress), or equivalent advanced musical training.
- Previous teaching experience is welcome but not required. We are happy to mentor developing teachers with excellent musicianship.
- Professional, organized, dependable, and punctual.
- Fluent written and spoken English communication skills (additional languages are a plus).
- Ability to teach in person at our East Sacramento studio.
Additional Requirements for Piano Applicants
Heart Beats is committed to comprehensive piano education. Candidates should demonstrate advanced technical proficiency, including scales, arpeggios, chord progressions, sight-reading, and healthy piano technique. Applicants should have a solid understanding of music theory and be comfortable teaching note reading, rhythm, ear training, and theory through at least the intermediate level, with the musicianship to continue supporting advancing students. We are seeking teachers who provide a well-rounded music education, not solely repertoire instruction.
What We Offer
- A supportive, collaborative teaching team
- Ongoing mentorship and teacher development
- Teaching resources and continuing education opportunities
- Administrative support so you can focus on teaching
- Flexible part-time scheduling
- A positive studio culture that values professionalism, growth, and meaningful relationships with students and families
To apply, please complete our online application through the link below. We look forward to learning more about you.
https://www.heartbeatsmusicschool.com/come-teach-with-us
Please note: We carefully review every application and are looking for candidates who are genuinely interested in becoming part of our teaching team. Interviews that are missed or cancelled without notice will not be rescheduled.
Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid training
Application Question(s):
- What is your primary instrument?
- Please describe your training in your primary instrument:
- Have you reviewed the required qualifications in the job posting? If so, briefly explain how your experience meets them.
- Please briefly describe your teaching experience, including number of years, and the ages and levels of students you've taught.
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Sacramento, CA 95827 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $35