Kindermusik Teacher Are you a musician who loves working with young children? 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. If you love music, enjoy being around young children, and have a natural ability to engage and encourage them, this could be a wonderful opportunity to combine two things you love. You don't need to have taught music before. We will provide the Kindermusik training and curriculum. What we're looking for is someone who already has the two things that matter most: a strong musical background and genuine experience working with young children. 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. As a Kindermusik Teacher, you'll have the opportunity to help children grow in confidence, coordination, communication, creativity, and musical awareness —all while having a great time together. What You'll Do Lead engaging 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 Create a warm, positive classroom where children feel comfortable participating and exploring Encourage children and celebrate their accomplishments Build positive relationships with children and parents Prepare for classes and maintain an organized, inviting classroom Communicate professionally and positively with families 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. Music is an important part of who you are. You have meaningful experience playing and/or singing and are comfortable making music in front of others. You have experience with young children. You may have worked in childcare, preschool, children's programs, camps, schools, churches, or another setting where you've spent significant time interacting with young children. You genuinely enjoy children. You understand that working with little ones requires patience, enthusiasm, flexibility, and a good sense of humor. You're engaging and expressive. You can capture a child's attention and make them want to participate. You're comfortable singing. Singing is a major part of Kindermusik, so you should enjoy using your voice as part of your musical expression. You're warm and encouraging. You know how to make children feel comfortable and successful, even when they're shy or hesitant to participate. You're excited to be part of growing something special. We're looking for someone who will become passionate about Kindermusik and want to help the program grow. You'll have opportunities to share your enthusiasm with families, participate in promotional activities, and help us build a strong, vibrant Kindermusik community. You're dependable and professional. Families are counting on you to be prepared, positive, and consistent. You enjoy working with parents, too. Kindermusik classes involve both children and their caregivers, so building positive relationships with families is an important part of the position. QualificationsRequired Strong musical background as a vocalist and/or instrumentalist Demonstrated experience working with young children Comfortable singing in a group setting and leading musical activities Warm, energetic, and engaging personality Dependable and professional Ability to work well with children, parents, and a team 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? At Southern Oregon School of Music, we believe music education should be joyful, encouraging, and inspiring. This is an opportunity to take something you already love—music—and use it to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families. You'll receive training, a proven curriculum, and the support of our music school team while developing your skills as a teacher and becoming part of a program that helps children discover the joy of music from the very beginning. You'll also have the opportunity to become an important part of the growth of our Kindermusik program—to help build a community, connect with families, and share something you genuinely believe in. If you're a musician who loves young children and would enjoy sharing your passion for music with them, we'd love to meet you! Position Details Part-time Classes primarily weekday mornings and/or early evenings, depending on schedule Kindermusik training provided Opportunity for additional teaching hours within the school for qualified candidates To Apply Please submit your resume and tell us briefly about your musical background and your experience working with young children.

Pay:

From $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

Health insurance Professional development assistance

Work Location:

In person