Kindermusik Teacher Application

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Southern Oregon School of Music is looking for a musician with experience working with young children who would love the opportunity to become part of something special—and help us grow our Kindermusik program.

About Kindermusik

Kindermusik classes introduce young children to the joy of music through singing, movement, rhythm, instruments, stories, and creative play. Classes are designed to be a fun and meaningful musical experience for both children and their families.

What You'll Do

Lead music-and-movement classes for young children and their caregivers
Sing, play instruments, move, and use music creatively to engage young children
Follow the Kindermusik curriculum while bringing your own musical personality and enthusiasm to each class
Work as part of the Southern Oregon School of Music team
Complete Kindermusik training and participate in ongoing professional development

You Might Be Our Next Kindermusik Teacher If...

You're a musician.
You have experience with young children and genuinely enjoy them.
You're comfortable singing. Singing is a major part of teaching Kindermusik.
You're excited to be part of growing something special and would be willing to participate in outreach activities to help the program grow.
You enjoy working with parents, too. Kindermusik classes involve both children and their caregivers.

Qualifications Required

Strong musical background
Demonstrated experience working with young children
Comfortable singing in a group setting and leading musical activities
Warm, energetic, and engaging personality
Dependable and professional

Preferred

Kindermusik or music-teaching experience is a plus, but not required. Training will be provided for the right musician with experience working with young children

Why Work With Us?

You will become part of a community of supportive teachers who believe music education should be joyful, encouraging, and inspiring.
You will have the opportunity to take training and become an accredited Kindermusik educator.
You will work with an experienced mentor and grow as a teacher with the support of our music school team.

Position Details

Part-time: Initially for 2-5 hours per week, Tuesday-Friday between 1 and 6 pm. Opportunity for additional hours will increase as the program grows.
Opportunity to also teach piano or other instruments If you are qualified to do so
Pay: From $26.00 per hour
Benefits: Discounted classes and lessons for yourself or family members
Work Location: Southern Oregon School of Music, 141 NW C Street in Grants Pass, Oregon
Kindermusik training provided

How to Apply

Complete the online application below.

If you're a musician who loves young children and would enjoy sharing your passion for music with them, we'd love to hear from you!

Kindermusik Teacher Application Form

First name

Last name

Phone

Describe your musical training.

Describe your experience with young children.

Describe any additional teaching experience.

In addition to Kindermusik are there any instruments (including voice), that you would be available to teach? Describe your training and performance experience on this instrument(s).

We want to know your story! Tell us about yourself as a musician, teacher, and person. What do music and young children mean to you? Why would you like to teach with us?

Availability: What days/times of the week do you have for teaching, and what might cause this to change in the future?

Resume: Please upload your resume as a PDF or Microsoft Word document.

Additional Information: If you have a video sample of your playing or teaching, please share a link to Google Drive or Dropbox.

Do you have reliable transportation?

Yes

Are you currently authorized to work in the US?

Yes