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TakeLessons Lesson Center Teaching Positions

Looking for a part time/full position where you can teach lessons in a location other than your home or studio?

Music instructor jobs
Music Teachers Wanted!

We are pleased to announce, that we are now hiring instructors for guitar, bass guitar, piano, drums and voice lessons to take place in the following locations:

  • Best Buy

Our lesson locations offer you the convenience of teaching in a specialized learning environment with top of the line instruments and learning materials, competitive pay and the opportunity to teach multiple students at scheduled day/times.

Position Details

Full time and part time positions available (schedules will vary based on location)
Competitive hourly compensation based on education and experience

Responsibilities

The following are the responsibilities of this job position.

  • Provide skilled music instruction to beginner through advanced students ages 5 to adult
  • Develop customized lesson plans and document use of curriculum; must be organized and purposeful with materials
  • Track student progress through provided online journals and lesson notes
  • Be professional, on-time, helpful, patient and friendly
  • Maintain consistent communication with TakeLessons staff regarding student or policy questions, schedule changes, and lesson statuses

Requirements

Instructors must meet the following requirements to be considered for the position.

  • Demonstrate a commitment to students' progress and success throughout their lesson journey
  • Possess a bachelor's degree in a music field or equivalent experience
  • Have the ability to instruct students of all ages and experience levels
  • Have at least one year music or voice teaching experience
  • Exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Submit to and pass a criminal background check; must not have any convictions for a crime other than minor traffic violations.
  • Must have your own instrument for teaching
  • Have reliable transportation and valid vehicle insurance
  • Be at least 18 years old

It is a bonus if you teach more than one of the following instruments: guitar, bass guitar, piano, drums or voice.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying for one of the TakeLessons Lesson Center teaching positions at one of the locations listed above, complete our online application. Our recruiting team will review your background and qualifications. If there is a good match with an open position in your location, we will contact you to schedule a phone interview. If you would like to learn more about our In Home/In Studio Private Lesson positions, please click here.

Some of Our Instructors

Diane B.: Piano Alice D.: Piano Gustav S.: Music Performance David J.: Clarinet Michael S.: Songwriting Nathan R.: Percussion
Jenae S.: Music Performance Thomas T.: Guitar James P.: Guitar Shon G.: Guitar Gabriel F.: Drums Tammye D.: Piano
Nathaniel L.: Music Performance Amanda T.: Singing David A.: Music Performance Aimee M.: Theatrical Broadway Singing Mark A.: Guitar Juan C.: Songwriting

Contact Us

If you have any additional questions about the program or your application, give us a call at 619-231-8505 or email us.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply?

  • Apply online providing us with information about your education and experience
  • Our TakeLessons recruiting team will review your application and if it is a good match based on our current needs and the openings available, we will call you to schedule a phone interview
  • If you are hired, we will then do a thorough background and reference check
  • Once hired, teachers are required to set up an online profile complete with photos and a current biography. Teachers will also be required to attend a teacher orientation before teaching their first student

How much will I be paid?

  • Compensation is based on educational background and experience, as well as location
  • As a national location, we look at current student activity and market conditions in the instructor’s area to determine a fair pay rate

How am I paid?

  • TakeLessons Lesson Center Instructors are considered employees of TakeLessons and not the company where the lessons take place
  • Payroll is processed twice per month and is paid by direct deposit

Where is TakeLessons hiring?

Lesson Center teaching positions are available at various locations across the U.S.

TakeLessons also accepts applications for all U.S. cities where you may teach private in-home/in-studio lessons. For more information about these teaching positions, click here.

Have Questions? Need Assistance?
Call Us: 877-231-8505 or Contact Us Online