273 Instrumental Teacher jobs in the United States

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Job Title: Hourly Elementary Instrumental Music Teacher

Organization: Coronado Unified School District

Location: Coronado, CA

Schedule:

Monday – Thursday, 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Two days per week at Village Elementary School

Two days per week at Silver Strand Elementary School

Serving students in grades 2–5

Compensation: $60.00/hour

Position Overview:
Coronado Unified School District is seeking an enthusiastic Instrumental Music Teacher to lead before-school music classes for elementary students in grades 2 through 5. The ideal candidate will inspire a love of music, develop students’ instrumental skills, and create a positive and encouraging learning environment.

Responsibilities:

Teach foundational instrumental music skills to elementary students.

Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans that foster musical growth.

Prepare students for group performances and showcase opportunities.

Build a welcoming, inclusive environment for young musicians.

Qualifications:

Experience teaching instrumental music to children (preferred).

Proficiency with one or more instruments; ability to teach multiple instruments is a plus.

Strong classroom management and communication skills.

No teaching credential required—passion and experience are key.

Why Join Us:

Competitive pay at $60/hour.

Flexible, part-time morning schedule.

Make a lasting impact by fostering music education at the elementary level.

Keywords for Applicants:
Instrumental Music Teacher, Elementary Music Instructor, Music Educator, Band Teacher, Orchestra Teacher, Music Specialist, Music Teaching Artist, After-School Music Program, Morning Music Class, Music Education Jobs.

How to Apply:
Submit your resume and a brief statement outlining your music teaching experience.

Posting Detail Information
Working TitleMusic Education Instructors - Open Pool 2025
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number202400417F
Proposed Annual Salary Range$46,000-$48,000 9-month base salary (prorated for part-time work)
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
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Position TypeFaculty
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The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance ( SMTD ) at Colorado State Universityempowers students to create, collaborate, innovate, and inspire. Through teaching, creative artistry, research, advocacy, and service,we elevate arts education. SMTD has 46 tenured and tenure-track faculty as well as 55 contract, continuing and adjunct faculty. There are currently over 550 students in SMTD , with 375 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in residential and online music degree programs.
SMTD is housed in the University Center for the Arts, a nationally recognized state-of the art 350,000 square foot facility, that includes a 550-seat concert hall, a 275-seat organ and chamber music recital hall, a 320-seat thrust theatre, a 100-seat black box theatre, a 200-seat dance theatre, dedicated rehearsal, production and research spaces, along with classrooms, labs and practice rooms.
The College of Liberal Arts, within which the school is located, is the largest college in the University. It is a community of arts, humanities, and social science scholars who create and extend knowledge and artistry that develops reflective citizens and confident leaders. We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace, aspiring to a productive environment in which everyone feels valued, where their talents are fully utilized, and where all individuals can bring their full selves to the role. We promote the CSU Principles of Community - Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice - We therefore encourage applications from all individuals who share these values, and we prioritize a fair and equitable search process that strengthens a diverse, creative, and effective community.
Colorado State University ( CSU ) is a land grant institution with a student enrollment of approximately 30,000 students in over 150 programs, and a faculty numbering 1,700. CSU is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, a beautiful city of approximately 175,000 located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, 65 miles north of Denver. MarketWatch has listed Fort Collins as the "No. 1 Best Place to Live in America in 2020," and was also ranked No. 1 for the "2020 Top 100 Places to Live in America" by Livability.com. Additionally, Fort Collins is in America's top ten for best performing city, safest for driving and cycling, best place to raise a family, and No. 1 in the country for reducing harmful emissions by using alternative fuels and transportation. CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine's "America's Best Employers by State!"
Colorado State University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music.
Tenure/Tenure Track?No
% Research
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% Administration
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on12/31/2025
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Position Summary
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance may seek full time or part time, temporary Music Instructors to teach Music Education courses in the music division, and in administrative roles coordinating special programs.
Applicants are added to the pool list throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are made during the late spring and early summer for fall semester, during the early fall semester for spring and during the spring semester for the summer term.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
+ Master's degree in Music or Music Education.
Preferred Job Qualifications
+ Documented teaching experience at the college or university level.
+ Experience working in public schools.
+ Doctoral degree in Music or Music Education.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application procedure: submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
All materials must be submitted digitally.
This pool expires December 31, 2025. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Training & development

After School Performing Arts Program

Must be able to teach basic music skills to elementary students.
Must assist with musical theater performance
Must have at least one year experience with working with children
Must pass background check through school districts

We offer flexible shifts
Part time hours
401k
Holidays off and weekends

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Job Description

Job Description

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 350 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider in the world. We put on shows to teach music!

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including:

● 401(k) retirement plan with company match

● Free Employee Assistance Program

● Instruments/Gear Discounts

● Ticketsatwork.com

As a Music Instructor you will be responsible for all music education-related elements within the lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience to ensure students are challenged and inspired. The Music Instructor positively embodies rock and roll and is responsible for creating a valuable student experience that helps our students learn music and life skills.

Music Instruction:

● Maximize the quality of music instruction through private lessons and show rehearsals

● Ensure students are learning the fundamentals of music, not just songs, using the School of Rock Method™

● Create and document thoughtful lesson plans using our patented teaching Method, Books and Method App

Customer Connection:

● Communicate with parents on the progress of students by creating quality lesson notes and assignments in the School of Rock Method App for at-home practice

● Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible while at the school

● Pitch in during canceled lessons in the overall execution of the program

● Assist in rehearsals and with the upkeep of lesson facilities school

Skill Requirements:

● 2 + years experience teaching and/or performing music professionally

● Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design

● Strong customer relations skills. Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers

● Strong organizational skills

● Resourceful; good problem-solver

● Works well under pressure

● Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor

● Passion for teaching

#indspo

Job Description

Job Description

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 350 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider in the world. We put on shows to teach music!

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including:

● 401(k) retirement plan with company match

● Free Employee Assistance Program

● Instruments/Gear Discounts

● Ticketsatwork.com

As a Music Instructor you will be responsible for all music education-related elements within the lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience to ensure students are challenged and inspired. The Music Instructor positively embodies rock and roll and is responsible for creating a valuable student experience that helps our students learn music and life skills.

Music Instruction:

● Maximize the quality of music instruction through private lessons and show rehearsals

● Ensure students are learning the fundamentals of music, not just songs, using the School of Rock Method™

● Create and document thoughtful lesson plans using our patented teaching Method, Books and Method App

Customer Connection:

● Communicate with parents on the progress of students by creating quality lesson notes and assignments in the School of Rock Method App for at-home practice

● Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible while at the school

● Pitch in during canceled lessons in the overall execution of the program

● Assist in rehearsals and with the upkeep of lesson facilities school

Skill Requirements:

● 2 + years experience teaching and/or performing music professionally

● Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design

● Strong customer relations skills. Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers

● Strong organizational skills

● Resourceful; good problem-solver

● Works well under pressure

● Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor

● Passion for teaching

#indspo

Job Description

Job Description

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 350 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider in the world. We put on shows to teach music!

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including:

● 401(k) retirement plan with company match

● Free Employee Assistance Program

● Instruments/Gear Discounts

● Ticketsatwork.com

As a Music Instructor you will be responsible for all music education-related elements within the lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience to ensure students are challenged and inspired. The Music Instructor positively embodies rock and roll and is responsible for creating a valuable student experience that helps our students learn music and life skills.

Music Instruction:

● Maximize the quality of music instruction through private lessons and show rehearsals

● Ensure students are learning the fundamentals of music, not just songs, using the School of Rock Method™

● Create and document thoughtful lesson plans using our patented teaching Method, Books and Method App

Customer Connection:

● Communicate with parents on the progress of students by creating quality lesson notes and assignments in the School of Rock Method App for at-home practice

● Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible while at the school

● Pitch in during canceled lessons in the overall execution of the program

● Assist in rehearsals and with the upkeep of lesson facilities school

Skill Requirements:

● 2 + years experience teaching and/or performing music professionally

● Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design

● Strong customer relations skills. Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers

● Strong organizational skills

● Resourceful; good problem-solver

● Works well under pressure

● Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor

● Passion for teaching

#indspo

Job Description

Job Description

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 350 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider in the world. We put on shows to teach music!

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including:

● 401(k) retirement plan with company match

● Free Employee Assistance Program

● Instruments/Gear Discounts

● Ticketsatwork.com

As a Music Instructor you will be responsible for all music education-related elements within the lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience to ensure students are challenged and inspired. The Music Instructor positively embodies rock and roll and is responsible for creating a valuable student experience that helps our students learn music and life skills.

Music Instruction:

● Maximize the quality of music instruction through private lessons and show rehearsals

● Ensure students are learning the fundamentals of music, not just songs, using the School of Rock Method™

● Create and document thoughtful lesson plans using our patented teaching Method, Books and Method App

Customer Connection:

● Communicate with parents on the progress of students by creating quality lesson notes and assignments in the School of Rock Method App for at-home practice

● Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible while at the school

● Pitch in during canceled lessons in the overall execution of the program

● Assist in rehearsals and with the upkeep of lesson facilities school

Skill Requirements:

● 2 + years experience teaching and/or performing music professionally

● Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design

● Strong customer relations skills. Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers

● Strong organizational skills

● Resourceful; good problem-solver

● Works well under pressure

● Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor

● Passion for teaching

#indspo

Job Description

Job Description

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 350 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider in the world. We put on shows to teach music!

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including:

● 401(k) retirement plan with company match

● Free Employee Assistance Program

● Instruments/Gear Discounts

● Ticketsatwork.com

As a Music Instructor you will be responsible for all music education-related elements within the lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience to ensure students are challenged and inspired. The Music Instructor positively embodies rock and roll and is responsible for creating a valuable student experience that helps our students learn music and life skills.

Music Instruction:

● Maximize the quality of music instruction through private lessons and show rehearsals

● Ensure students are learning the fundamentals of music, not just songs, using the School of Rock Method™

● Create and document thoughtful lesson plans using our patented teaching Method, Books and Method App

Customer Connection:

● Communicate with parents on the progress of students by creating quality lesson notes and assignments in the School of Rock Method App for at-home practice

● Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible while at the school

● Pitch in during canceled lessons in the overall execution of the program

● Assist in rehearsals and with the upkeep of lesson facilities school

Skill Requirements:

● 2 + years experience teaching and/or performing music professionally

● Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design

● Strong customer relations skills. Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers

● Strong organizational skills

● Resourceful; good problem-solver

● Works well under pressure

● Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor

● Passion for teaching

#indspo

Job Description

Job Description

School of Rock is a growing, passionate community dedicated to enriching lives through performance-based music education. With over 350 schools, and a strong internationally recognized brand, School of Rock is the largest after-school music education provider in the world. We put on shows to teach music!

Our Music Instructors enjoy a flexible schedule and have access to other benefits including:

● 401(k) retirement plan with company match

● Free Employee Assistance Program

● Instruments/Gear Discounts

● Ticketsatwork.com

As a Music Instructor you will be responsible for all music education-related elements within the lessons and rehearsals, creating a dynamic experience to ensure students are challenged and inspired. The Music Instructor positively embodies rock and roll and is responsible for creating a valuable student experience that helps our students learn music and life skills.

Music Instruction:

● Maximize the quality of music instruction through private lessons and show rehearsals

● Ensure students are learning the fundamentals of music, not just songs, using the School of Rock Method™

● Create and document thoughtful lesson plans using our patented teaching Method, Books and Method App

Customer Connection:

● Communicate with parents on the progress of students by creating quality lesson notes and assignments in the School of Rock Method App for at-home practice

● Interact with parents and students regularly by being visible and accessible while at the school

● Pitch in during canceled lessons in the overall execution of the program

● Assist in rehearsals and with the upkeep of lesson facilities school

Skill Requirements:

● 2 + years experience teaching and/or performing music professionally

● Knowledge of music theory and curriculum design

● Strong customer relations skills. Excellent ability to deal well with a wide range of customers

● Strong organizational skills

● Resourceful; good problem-solver

● Works well under pressure

● Enthusiastic, flexible, patient, and positive demeanor

● Passion for teaching

#indspo