November 19, 2024

Arts+

Charlotte

PART TIME & CONTRACT

Music Instructor - Early Childhood Music

ABOUT ARTS+:
Founded in 1969, Arts+ is a music and visual art nonprofit organization that envisions the transformative impact of arts education illuminating every corner of the Charlotte region. Its goal is to make outstanding arts education available to students of all ages, skill levels, and socioeconomic backgrounds. From private lessons to summer camps to community outreach programs, Arts+ strives to help each student unlock their full potential through the power of arts education.
POSITION SUMMARY:
Teach music programs for early childhood music classes (ages 0-5 years old) through our Music Around, Arts Reach, and Sing Play Move programs. Option to also teach private lessons for students on applicable instruments of expertise.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Create curriculum, prep materials, and implement programs for Early Childhood Music Classes.
· Manage instruction in a classroom environment, including managing student behavior.
· Works with partner organizations to ensure expected quality of music experiences.
· Perform general faculty responsibilities according to the guidelines listed in the Faculty Handbook, including completing attendance, time sheets, and maintaining excellent customer service for students and partner organizations.
· Optional: Could also discuss teaching weekly private lessons for students on applicable instruments of expertise.
TENTATIVE TEACHING HOURS
· Average 6-10 teaching hours per week, dependent upon site availability with some flexibility.
· Mostly morning programming.
· Option for Saturday morning programming as well.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, ABILITY
Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education or other music-related
2+ years of teaching experience

· Ability to create developmentally appropriate curriculum and lessons for the diversity of age groups and backgrounds in our programs.
· Knowledge and understanding of varied teaching methodologies and the ability to differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of students of all ages, backgrounds, and ability levels.

Desire to work with children. Comfortable teaching children of all backgrounds and ages and managing group instruction.

To Apply
· Please submit and to Wes Smith, Director of Music Programs, at wsmith@artsplus.org. Include “Early Childhood Music Instructor” in the subject line.
Job Types: Contract, Part-time
Pay: $40.00 - $50.00 per hour
Expected hours: 6 – 10 per week
Work Location: In person