Part-Time Early Childhood Music Teacher

Chambers Music Studio | Columbus, Ohio

At Chambers Music Studio, our mission is Saving the World Through Music Education. We believe music helps children develop confidence, creativity, leadership, and a lifelong love of learning.

We are guided by five core values:

• Community – Building meaningful relationships through music and creating a place where everyone belongs.
• Hustle with Heart – Giving our best effort because our students, families, and team deserve it.
• Inspire Leadership – Helping children develop confidence, responsibility, and leadership skills.
• Creativity – Encouraging imagination, curiosity, and artistic expression.
• Swift Excellence – Pursuing high standards while remaining responsive, solution-oriented, and committed to continuous improvement.

We are seeking a warm, engaging, and dependable music educator who shares these values and is excited to make a difference in the lives of young children and families.

This position includes teaching after-school music programs at local school partners as well as caregiver-and-child music classes at Chambers Music Studio locations. Additional daytime and early afternoon teaching opportunities may also be available based on your schedule and interests.

This role is ideal for:

• Retired teachers
• Former music educators
• Early childhood educators
• Preschool teachers
• Stay-at-home parents returning to the workforce
• Parents seeking a flexible and meaningful part-time position
• Church musicians and children's ministry leaders
• Individuals who love working with young children and families

Music teaching experience is helpful but not required. We provide curriculum, lesson plans, training, mentorship, and ongoing support.

This position follows a consistent weekly teaching schedule that aligns with school partnerships and Chambers Music Studio programming.

Current assignments include:

• Approximately 3:00 PM–4:30 PM at one partner school
• Approximately 3:30 PM–5:00 PM at a second partner school

• Two afternoons per week

• Daytime classes for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers

• Morning preschool music classes
• Early afternoon school partnership classes
• Community music programs
• Summer camps
• Special events
• Substitute teaching opportunities
• Additional early childhood music classes

year-round from August through July. During the school year, instructors follow a consistent schedule aligned with partner school programming and studio classes. Summer schedules are often adjusted to reflect seasonal enrollment and camp offerings, typically providing a slightly lighter teaching load while maintaining consistent employment opportunities.

• Teach engaging music classes using Chambers Music Studio curriculum
• Lead singing, movement, rhythm activities, instrument exploration, musical games, and creative play
• Create a safe, welcoming, and inclusive classroom environment
• Build positive relationships with children, caregivers, school staff, and fellow team members
• Follow lesson plans and program expectations
• Maintain classroom organization and materials
• Record basic lesson notes, attendance, and student progress updates
• Communicate professionally with parents, caregivers, school staff, and team members
• Share important information regarding student participation, milestones, and classroom experiences as needed
• Attend training, meetings, and professional development opportunities as assigned
• Represent Chambers Music Studio professionally in all settings

Success in this role starts with relationships. We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys being around children and naturally connects with families. The ideal candidate is warm, energetic, encouraging, and able to make children feel excited, welcomed, and successful.

While musical skills and teaching techniques can be trained, the ability to connect with children and create a joyful classroom experience is essential.

The ideal candidate:

• Loves working with children ages birth through six
• Is naturally personable and engaging
• Enjoys…