Piano/Vocal Substitute teacher

About the Role

The Anderson School of Music is seeking one or more vocal and piano teachers to substitute for regularly scheduled teachers when they are unavailable. We offer piano lessons seven days a week and vocal lessons six days a week. This role involves teaching students ranging from precocious four-year-olds to adults, with a focus on children aged five to ten.

All lessons are conducted in person at our well-equipped Los Gatos location. Punctuality and attendance are critical.

Responsibilities

• Teach vocal and beginning piano lessons to students of all ages, primarily children aged 5–10
• Create a quick connection with students and instill a love for music
• Encourage and relate to young learners to build lifelong musicians
• Maintain punctuality and consistent attendance for scheduled shifts

Requirements

• Degree in music with an emphasis in voice and the ability to teach beginning piano, OR equivalent experience
• At least two years of teaching experience
• Enjoyment of and ability to work with children
• Strong foundation in the primary discipline taught (vocal or piano)
• Ability to teach beginners, including very young children (as young as four), through adults
• High-level piano teaching ability (preferred, for expanded opportunities)

Current music majors may be considered. Applicants must be local (no out-of-state or out-of-country candidates).

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Company parties
• On-site homework/TV area for school-aged children of teachers
• Access to practice spaces for personal rehearsal when lessons are not in session
• Administrative support for scheduling, make-up lessons, new student sign-ups, and client communication

Pay

Starting pay for substitute teachers with a music degree or equivalent experience is $35 per hour.

The Anderson School of Music
14172 Blossom Hill Road
Los Gatos, CA 95032
408-442-5442