Music Teacher Store

Overview

At Music & Arts, we provide the tools and support for you to focus on what matters most: teaching and inspiring students. With robust benefits, a commitment to innovation, and opportunities to grow your career, you’ll find a rewarding and impactful role here. We are looking for educators who are not only skilled musicians but also dedicated to empowering learners.

As a Music Teacher, you will create an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment where students thrive. You will:

• Teach music lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels.
• Build positive relationships with students and parents through regular communication, goal‑setting, and progress updates.
• Partner with store teams to schedule lessons and encourage student retention.
• Share your musical expertise to inspire students and foster their growth.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience.
• 2 years of music teaching experience.

• Advanced degrees (Master’s or Doctoral) in Music.
• Professional teaching memberships or certifications.
• 8+ years of teaching experience, especially with multiple instruments (banjo, baritone, bass clarinet, bass guitar, bassoon, cello, clarinet, flute, French horn, guitar, mandolin, oboe, percussion, piano, piccolo, saxophone, string bass, trombone, trumpet, tuba, ukulele, viola, violin, and voice).

Music & Arts is a national music retailer with a strong focus on music education. Based in Frederick, MD, we operate over 225 retail stores and provide extensive educational services.

Pay Rate: $15.92/hr Non‑Teaching Rate + $12‑30/hr Teaching Rate depending on background and experience. The pay range(s) listed are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

For musicians, we offer a unique opportunity for gig leave – time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour. Employees receive robust benefits and perks, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options.

Music & Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job-related requirements.

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