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Music Instructor – Mini Maestros (Ages 3–5)

Lowe’s School of Music | 8-Week Children’s Music Program

Lowe’s School of Music is looking for an enthusiastic, creative, and caring music instructor to lead our Mini Maestros program – a fun, interactive 8-week group music experience designed for children ages 3–5. The instructor will lead one or two 45-minute group classes on Saturday mornings over an 8-week session beginning January 16, 2027.

This role is ideal for someone who loves working with young children, enjoys singing and playing music, and can create a fun, engaging environment where little ones can explore music through play.

The Mini Maestros program runs multiple times through a calendar year, so the successful candidate may have the opportunity to lead additional 8-week sessions in the future.

Requirements

• Background in Music Education, Early Childhood Education (ECE), or related field (preferred)
• Ability to sing confidently and play a musical instrument, preferably piano or guitar
• Experience teaching group classes for preschool-aged children in a daycare, preschool, or enrichment setting
• Naturally energetic, expressive and engaging
• Comfortable leading interactive music, movement and rhythm activities
• Warm personality with strong communication skills with parents
• Reliable, punctual, organized and independent

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly, 45-minute Mini Maestros group classes over an 8-week session
• Introduce children to percussion and melodic instruments
• Lead singing, rhythm games, movement and musical activities
• Introduce basic musical concepts such as rhythm, pitch, tempo and dynamics
• Encourage creativity, listening skills, confidence and social development
• Create a fun, welcoming and supportive learning environment
• Help with reorganizing the teaching space after each session

Bonus Skills (not required but valuable)

• Experience with preschool music or movement programs
• Background in singing, piano, percussion or other instruments
• Knowledge of early childhood development
• First Aid / CPR certification

Additional Teaching Opportunities

Lowe’s School of Music is also always looking to expand our roster of substitute teachers. Candidates with experience teaching private, one-on-one music lessons may have the opportunity to join our substitute teacher list and provide coverage for regular instructors when they are ill or away.

We are open to applications from candidates who may not meet all of the above criteria. If you are passionate about music education and love inspiring young children through music and play, we would love to hear from you!

Program: 8-week session, Jan. 16 – Mar. 6, 2027. 1 – 2 hours per week.
Work Location: In person at Lowe’s School of Music.

Pay: $40.00-$55.00 per hour

Expected hours: 1.0 – 2.0 per week

Benefits:

• Casual dress

Work Location: In person