Join Our Team as a Music Educator!
At Music & Arts, we are dedicated to nurturing the love of music in students of all ages. We provide you with the necessary tools and support to focus on what truly matters: teaching and inspiring the next generation of musicians. With a focus on innovation and growth, this is your opportunity to thrive in a rewarding and impactful role.
We believe that private lessons are essential to building lifelong musical relationships. Our commitment to music education is foundational to our mission. We seek passionate instructors who excel in their instruments, allowing you to concentrate on inspiring students while we handle the administrative details.
What You'll Do:
- Deliver engaging music lessons to students across various ages and skill levels.
- Establish strong connections with students and parents through effective communication, goal-setting, and regular progress updates.
- Collaborate with store teams to schedule lessons and promote student retention.
- Share your musical knowledge and inspire students to enhance their skills and creativity.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or relevant experience.
- At least 2 years of experience in music teaching.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
- Memberships or certifications in professional teaching organizations.
- Over 8 years of teaching experience, especially across multiple instruments such as guitar, piano, saxophone, and more.
About Music & Arts
Music & Arts is a creative environment where we encourage our team members to discover their unique musical voices. Our mission is to foster lifelong musicianship and elicit the joy that comes from playing an instrument. We prioritize our customers, operate with integrity, and pursue our mission with passion.
Founded in Bethesda, MD in 1952, Music & Arts began as a small shop offering music and art supplies. Today, we are part of the Guitar Center enterprise, with over 225 retail stores across the nation.
Why Join Music & Arts?
We offer unique benefits for musicians, including gig leave—take time off to perform and return to your position after your tour! Our robust package includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401K matching, mental health support, paid time off, employee discounts, and tuition reimbursement opportunities.
This job posting may not represent the exact compensation offered, which will depend on experience, education, and other factors. Compensation ranges may vary by location.
Additional Information:
Music & Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer, ensuring fair employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected status. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require accommodations to express your interest in this position, please reach out to us via email.