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Early Childhood Music Class Instructor - Musicologie Junior Teacher

$35 - $37 per hour

Musicologie Chicago

Job Description

Job Description

Early Childhood Music Class Instructor

Musicologie Junior: Play-Based Program Coming to Chicago - Edgewater in 2026!

???? Make Music. Make Memories. Make a Difference.

We’re on a mission to change lives through music—starting with our youngest learners. Musicologie Junior is a joyful, play-based early childhood music program designed to nurture creativity, connection, and a lifelong love of music.

We’re looking for an energetic, musical, and heart-centered teacher to launch and lead our new location in Chicago-Edgewater, opening in 2026!

???? Why You'll Love Teaching with Us

  • ???? Share your passion every day in a fun, supportive environment.
  • ???? No curriculum planning required – we provide engaging, research-backed lessons.
  • ???? Ongoing paid training and mentorship so you feel confident and connected.
  • ???? Room to grow into leadership or private instruction roles.
  • ???? Flexible hours that work with your schedule.
  • ???? Competitive pay based on experience.
  • ???? Perks like free lessons, team member events.

???? What You'll Do

  • Lead 40 minute interactive music classes for children ages 0-5 and their grown-ups.
  • Learn and confidently teach notated songs each week using provided sheet music
  • Sing, move, dance, and play simple instruments
  • Create a warm, inclusive, and playful environment for every family.
  • Support our vision of music for every child by building community through classes and events.

???? Who We're Looking For

You’re an ideal candidate if you are:

  • A strong musician with vocal ability (guitar, uke, or piano accompaniment ability preferred).
  • Experienced with early childhood or group teaching (or excited to learn!).
  • A natural communicator who shines with both kids and parents.
  • Reliable, warm, organized, and enthusiastic.

Bonus if you have:

  • A degree in music or early childhood education
  • Experience performing, leading groups, or working in creative environments

???? Location & Schedule

  • Launching in Chicao-Edgewater in 2026
  • Evening/weekend availability preferred

Management & compensation

  • Reports To: Community Manager (Studio Manager)
  • Hourly Range: Starting at $35-37/hr (based on experience)

???? Ready to Apply?

Please send us:

  • A short video or cover letter introducing yourself, your instrument(s), and experience with young children
  • Your resume

Bring your passion. We’ll provide the music, the mission, and the magic.

Apply now and help us build something simply delightful.

Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor visas for this position at this time.

Musicologie provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.

No artificial intelligence (AI) tools will be used in the selection process for this position.

Vacancy posted 16 days ago
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