Join Our Team at Music & Arts!
At Music & Arts, we empower you to teach and inspire students while providing the tools and support needed for your success. Enjoy robust benefits, innovation-driven opportunities, and a fulfilling career path. We seek passionate educators who are exceptional musicians and dedicated to uplifting learners through music.
We believe that private lessons are essential for fostering lifelong musical relationships. Our commitment to quality music education shapes our business, and we strive to hire instructors who excel in their instruments. We handle all administrative tasks so you can focus on what you do best: inspiring and shaping the future generation of musicians!
Your Role:
- Deliver engaging music lessons to students of all ages and skill levels.
- Establish positive relationships with students and parents through consistent communication, goal-setting, and progress follow-ups.
- Collaborate with store teams to schedule lessons and enhance student retention.
- Utilize your musical expertise to motivate students and nurture their development.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience.
- A minimum of 2 years of music teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degrees (Master's or Doctoral) in Music.
- Professional teaching memberships or certifications.
- 8+ years of teaching experience with expertise in multiple instruments such as guitar, piano, violin, voice, and more.
About Us:
Music & Arts promotes creativity and music, encouraging our team to discover their unique sound. We aspire to develop lifelong musicians and spread the joy of playing an instrument. Customer-first service, respectful engagement, and passionate mission fulfillment are at the core of our values.
Founded in a small Bethesda, MD house in 1952, Music & Arts originally offered printed music, lessons, and art supplies. Today, we remain true to our musical focus and have grown nationwide through acquisitions and mergers, becoming part of the Guitar Center group with over 225 retail stores.
Why Choose Music & Arts? Enjoy an hourly pay rate of $16.50 for non-teaching activities and $12-24 for teaching, based on your experience and background. We support our musician employees with unique gig leave options, allowing you to take time off to perform while ensuring your job remains secure. Additional robust benefits include 401K with company match and employee discounts.
Additional Information:
Music & Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fair employment practices regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected statuses. All employment decisions reflect valid job-related requirements.
If you have a disability or are a disabled veteran requiring accommodation to apply for a position, please notify us via email to express your interest in a specific opportunity.