Music Teacher- Private Elementary School

Action Day Schools • San Jose, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Action Day Elementary School, established in 1979, offers a nurturing environment that blends strong academics, innovative programs, and expressive arts to cultivate curiosity, confidence, and leadership in students. With small class sizes, dedicated teachers, and a STEAM-integrated curriculum, students consistently achieve high scores. The school provides comprehensive extended-care options, including summer and holiday breaks, and enriching onsite activities like dance, sports, music, art, and an Innovation Hub. Action Day Schools was nominated as one of the Best Places to Work in the Bay Area in 2025. The school values its heart-centered, creative, and committed staff, seeking professional, positive, and nurturing individuals to maintain its reputation for excellence. This part-time Music Teacher position is for elementary school students in grades TK-4th, with a schedule of Monday-Friday, 10:30 am - 3:30 pm. The school believes music is vital for a well-rounded education, fostering creativity, confidence, and self-expression. The role involves planning and delivering engaging lessons in general music, choir, recorder, ukulele, rhythm and movement, and music appreciation, as well as preparing students for assemblies and performances. Collaboration with classroom teachers and school leadership is key to creating meaningful learning experiences and supporting students' academic, social-emotional, and creative growth. The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, possesses strong classroom management skills, and is passionate about inspiring young musicians.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience teaching elementary music (TK–4) required.
• Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music, Education, or a related field highly preferred.
• Experience teaching general music, choir, recorder, ukulele, rhythm & movement, and music appreciation.
• Piano proficiency for classroom accompaniment.
• Experience preparing students for concerts, performances, and school assemblies.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Passion for inspiring young learners through engaging, inclusive, and creative music instruction.
• A collaborative, reliable, can-do attitude with excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to support the school community.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging lessons in general music, choir, recorder, ukulele, rhythm and movement, and music appreciation.
• Prepare students for assemblies and special performances throughout the school year.
• Collaborate closely with classroom teachers and school leadership to create meaningful learning experiences.
• Foster strong relationships with students and families.
• Support the academic, social-emotional, and creative growth of every child.
• Design the physical environment to meet the changing needs of young children.

Benefits

• Full benefits for full-time employees (30+ hours/week)
• Small class sizes
• Family oriented community
• 1:1 student device program
• Flipped classrooms
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Vacation pay
• Sick pay
• Holiday pay
• Paid holiday closure at the end of December
• Childcare/Private Education Benefits
• Professional Development Opportunities (Hands-on training with a mentor-teacher, 1:1 coaching sessions, team check-ins with Leadership Team, New Hire Welcome Workshop, Teacher In-Service Staff Development Days, CPR/First Aid certification course offerings)
• Staff Referral Bonus Programs
• Career Growth Programs and New Leader Trainings with opportunities for leadership roles as a Head or Master Teacher or School Administration

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level