Piano Teacher (Early Childhood Education) Fried Music LLC Alhambra, CA Job Details Part-time $50 - $60 an hour 1 hour ago Qualifications Music Piano Interactive activities lessons (early childhood general education) Bachelor's degree Curriculum implementation Working with students Piano Organizational skills Instructional materials development Teaching experience with young children Training Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods) Educational content composition projects Teaching instrumental performance

Full Job Description Location:

Fried Music | Alhambra, CA 91801

Pay:

$50-$60 per hour

Employment Type:

Part-Time, W-2

Start Date:

Immediate Job Description:

Fried Music is seeking a patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic Piano Teacher specializing in early childhood education to join our faculty. This position focuses on introducing young children to piano playing and classical music through private lessons and our Tchaikovsky Tots class, a small-group piano class designed for children around age three, typically with two students per class. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in classical piano, experience teaching young children, and a genuine passion for fostering musical curiosity and development at an early age. This faculty member will primarily be assigned beginning piano students, particularly children between the ages of three and five. Additional training and guidance in our teaching approach and curriculum will be provided. Responsibilities Plan and teach engaging, age-appropriate private piano lessons and small-group classes for children, primarily ages 3-5. Introduce foundational piano skills, musical concepts, and classical music through creative, structured instruction. Foster a positive, encouraging, and supportive learning environment that builds confidence and enthusiasm for music. Adapt teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, developmental stages, and individual student needs. Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress, practice expectations, and musical development. Collaborate with faculty and staff to coordinate student performances, recitals, and school events. Maintain a consistent teaching schedule and demonstrate professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor's degree in Piano Performance and/or Music Education Minimum of two years of experience in early childhood music education and/or private piano instruction. Experience teaching beginning piano students, particularly young children. Strong knowledge of classical piano repertoire and foundational music pedagogy. Ability to develop engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans and activities. A patient, gentle, nurturing, and encouraging teaching style. Strong communication and organizational skills. Reliability, professionalism, and a commitment to students' long-term musical development. Availability to begin teaching immediately. Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching early childhood group music classes. Familiarity with introductory piano methods and early childhood music curricula. Experience working with children ages 3-5 in both individual and small-group settings. Schedule Part-time position with teaching opportunities during: After-school hours on select weekdays Saturday mornings Sunday afternoons Specific teaching hours will be determined based on student enrollment and faculty availability.

To Apply:

Please complete the Indeed application and/or submit a resume, cover letter, and two professional references to with the subject line "Piano Teacher (Early Childhood Education) Application." About Fried Music Fried Music is a next-generation classical music school founded with the vision of creating a welcoming, inspiring, and educational space for aspiring and professional musicians alike. Our founders, Ben Fried and Connie Kim-Sheng Fried, have dedicated their lives to the pursuit of artistic excellence and high-level music making—not only for personal fulfillment, but also to inspire ambition and nurture a lifelong passion for music in the next generation. Drawing inspiration from the conservatory-style education of the country's leading music institutions, Fried Music combines rigorous musical training with a supportive and encouraging learning environment. We believe that a strong musical foundation begins at an early age, and we take pride in helping our students develop the skills, confidence, and curiosity to grow as musicians.

Work Location:

In person — Alhambra, CA 91801 Ability to

Commute:

Alhambra, CA 91801 (Required)

Pay:

$50.00 - $60.00 per hour Application Question(s): Please provide a cover letter detailing why you feel you would be a great fit for the Piano Teacher (Early Childhood Education) role at Fried Music Please provide two professional references that we may contact

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location:

In person