Early Childhood Music Instructor
Bach to Rock Fairfax is seeking an Early Childhood Music Teacher for a part‑time position at 558 Main St., Fairfax, VA 22031. Contact: fairfax@bachtorock.com | Website
About the role
Bach to Rock (“B2R”), America’s Music School for students of all ages, is looking for a patient musician with a flair for drama to lead early childhood music classes. The role involves creating a fun, educational, and safe environment where young children explore music through games, stories, and play.
Responsibilities
- Lead B2R’s early childhood classes (Rock n Roll, Rock City, Fun with Music, and/or Kids n Keys)
- Prepare for and deliver instruction using Bach to Rock detailed lesson plans and activities
- Create a warm and welcoming class environment in which young children feel safe
- Use B2R curriculum recommendations to encourage and educate caregivers who attend class with their toddlers
- May be asked to assist at B2R events
Requirements
- Background in the arts (theater, art, music, etc.)
- Comfortable in an active, noisy setting
- Effective time management and organizational skills to keep a group of students engaged
- Ability to work and adapt quickly in a fast‑paced environment with a variety of personalities
- Understanding of basic music concepts and ability to communicate them in a developmentally and age‑appropriate manner with infants, toddlers, and preschoolers
- Ability to interact effectively with both children and adults
- Must play a musical instrument – piano, keys, or guitar preferred
- Must be able to sing a cappella (unaccompanied)
- Ability to run basic sound equipment and computers
- Ability to pass a background check
Benefits
Flexible part‑time schedule in a fun environment with other like‑minded musicians. Bach to Rock handles marketing, scheduling, booking, billing, and other business aspects so you can focus on teaching.
Pay
Hourly rate between $16 and $24, based on education, experience, expertise, and availability.
Schedule
Part‑time, flexible hours.