Music Teacher- Private Elementary School

Action Day Schools•San Jose, CA

17h

About The Position

Action Day Elementary School is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic Music Teacher to provide hands-on music instruction for students in grades TK–4. The role focuses on creating a positive, inclusive classroom where students build a lasting appreciation for music through singing, movement, instruments, and performance. The teacher will plan and deliver lessons in general music, choir, recorder, ukulele, rhythm and movement, and music appreciation. They will prepare students for assemblies and special performances, collaborate with classroom teachers and school leadership, and foster relationships with students and families while supporting students’ academic, social-emotional, and creative growth. This is a part-time position scheduled Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Compensation is $35–$45 per hour, depending on individual experience, education, and position requirements.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience teaching elementary music (TK–4).
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.
Collaborative, reliable, can-do attitude.
Excellent communication skills and willingness to support the school community.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Music, Education, or a related field is highly preferred.
Experience teaching general music, choir, recorder, ukulele, rhythm and movement, and music appreciation.

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging music lessons for students in grades TK–4.
Teach general music, choir, recorder, ukulele, rhythm and movement, and music appreciation.
Use singing, movement, instruments, and performance to support students’ music learning and self-expression.
Prepare students for concerts, performances, assemblies, and other special events.
Collaborate with classroom teachers and school leadership to create meaningful learning experiences.
Build strong relationships with students and families.
Support students’ academic, social-emotional, and creative growth.
Maintain an organized, inclusive classroom and manage student behavior effectively.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities, including mentor-teacher training, one-to-one coaching, and leadership-team check-ins.
New-hire welcome workshop and teacher in-service staff development days.
CPR/First Aid certification course offerings.
Staff referral bonus programs.
Opportunities to collaborate with creative team members on the physical learning environment.
Career growth programs and new-leader training, with opportunities for leadership roles.
Full benefits for full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week.
Small class sizes.
Family-oriented community.
One-to-one student device program.
Flipped classrooms.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Vacation, sick, and holiday pay, including a paid holiday closure at the end of December.
Childcare/private education benefits.