Piano Teacher

About the Role

Join our growing team as a Part-time Piano Teacher and be a change agent for children at Zeta. In this role, you will teach at one or more of our Bronx and Upper Manhattan campuses, including Tremont Park, Mount Eden, South Bronx, Inwood, and our new high school campus. Lessons take place during the school day on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and may be scheduled across multiple campuses.

The mission of Zeta's music program is to provide a world-class music education for every student that leads to musical excellence, joy, and self-expression. Zeta is passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, offering a unique combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development. We currently operate multiple elementary and middle schools and are preparing to welcome our first-ever Zeta High School class of 9th graders in the 2026-2027 school year.

Responsibilities

• Teach weekly piano lessons to students across Zeta's network of schools
• Provide instruction through individual and small-group lessons during the school day
• Prepare students for recitals and other performance opportunities
• Communicate regularly with families to support student progress and at-home practice
• Use established method books and supplement with additional repertoire and musicianship activities as appropriate

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• At least 2-4+ years of relevant teaching experience
• Passion for music and working with motivated students
• Commitment to improving educational equity in New York City
• Permanent authorization to work in the U.S.

About Zeta

Zeta teammates are lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and a deep sense of purpose. We disrupt the status quo and tackle problems together, united by our commitment to a limitless future for every child. Our team is comprised of top talent with incredible schooling and private-sector experience. At Zeta, we:

• Are passionate about our mission of providing world-class education to all students
• Bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback
• Are hungry and determined to not only meet our goals but surpass them
• Are humble, willing to put the team's needs ahead of our own, and committed to a collaborative work environment
• Have a high bar for excellence and sweat over the details
• Are caring and put team over individual at all times

Pay

The hourly rate for this position is $65 per hour.