Early Childhood Music Teacher: Piano Classes, Armstrong Community Music School
Position Title: Early Childhood Music Teacher: Piano Classes
Location: Westlake Site (404 Camp Craft Rd., Westlake Hills 78746)
Employment Type: Part-time, with flexible schedule
Salary Range: Pay for classes is $45 per hour and private lessons starts at $35 per hour.
Position Overview
At Armstrong Community Music School we teach, explore, perform, and celebrate music. We support and engage our entire community with nurturing and transformational musical experiences. We are seeking a music teacher to facilitate our “Piano Pals” classes for young learners in K-2nd (5-7yrs) at our Westlake site (404 Camp Craft Rd., Westlake Hills 78746). Curriculum, training, and teacher support will be provided. Opportunities for teaching private lessons and additional classes are available. Our facility is fully accessible, and all programs are open to students with special needs. We have a dedicated teaching space equipped with tools and supplies needed for group and private instruction.
More about Piano Pals:
Piano Pals builds musical understanding through fundamental music theory, music appreciation, and music composition, alongside the practical application for this knowledge: learning to play the piano! During each 10-week session, students expand their foundational music skills, develop correct early piano technique, and receive guidance writing their own developmentally appropriate songs for the piano.
Attributes & Qualifications
Training or experience in the Music, Education, or Child Development fields
Foundational piano skills
Skill in classroom management
Adept at managing your own schedule
Communicate clearly and in a timely manner
Experience or education/training in working with students with special needs
Benefits
A beautiful facility with professional, clean studios
Opportunities to work with partner organizations
Opportunities to work special events at the school and off site
Opportunities to collaborate with a vibrant musical community
Competitive wages
We believe in supporting the professional growth and success of our music educators. We do not have a non-compete policy, and we welcome teachers who work with other schools, institutions, and private studios. Our goal is to foster a thriving musical community that benefits both educators and students alike.
Our faculty are considered employees as opposed to independent contractors. Pay for classes is $45 per hour and private lessons starts at $35 per hour. This is a part-time position, with flexible schedule. Hours will be discussed individually with qualified applicants.
To Apply
If you are interested in joining our faculty, please send a cover letter resume and references to Executive Director, Liz Cass: lcass@acmsaustin.org or call 512-474-2331.
