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At Music & Arts, we provide the tools and support for you to focus on what matters most: teaching and inspiring students. With robust benefits, a commitment to innovation, and opportunities to grow your career, you’ll find a rewarding and impactful role here. We are looking for educators who are not only skilled musicians but also dedicated to empowering learners. We believe that private lessons are the building blocks to a lifelong relationship with music. Our strong commitment to music education is fundamental to our business, and we work hard to find instructors who are experts in their instrument. We take care of all the administrative work so you can do what you do best: inspire learning and creating the next generation of musicians! What You’ll Do: As a Music Teacher, you will create an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment where students thrive. You will: • Teach music lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels., • Build positive relationships with students and parents through regular communication, goal-setting, and progress updates., • Partner with store teams to schedule lessons and encourage student retention., • Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience., • Advanced degrees (Master’s or Doctoral) in Music., • Professional teaching memberships or certifications. Music & Arts embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to create lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion. The first Music & Arts was located in a small house in Bethesda, MD and run by founder Benjamin O'Brien. When Music & Arts opened its doors in 1952, we offered printed music, music lessons, dance lessons, and art supplies. Ben decided shortly after opening his business that he wanted to focus on music to better serve his customers -- a decision that remains intact to this day. Since the 1990's, Music & Arts has expanded nationwide through organic growth and a series of acquisitions and mergers with other music dealers. In 2005, Music & Arts joined forces with American Music to become the largest band and orchestra instrument retailer in the United States. Based in Frederick, MD, Music & Arts is now part of the Guitar Center enterprise and comprises 225+ retail stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations. Why Music & Arts? Here's just some of the rewards: Pay Rate: $16.50/hr Non-Teaching Rate + $10.50-22/hr Teaching Rate depending on background and experience. For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave--take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Music & Arts offers robust benefits and perks, including 401K plus company match, employee discount program, and more. The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors. The pay range(s) listed are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations. Additional Information: Music & Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job? related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by sending an email to

At Music & Arts, we provide the tools and support for you to focus on what matters most: teaching and inspiring students. With robust benefits, a commitment to innovation, and opportunities to grow your career, you’ll find a rewarding and impactful role here. We are looking for educators who are not only skilled musicians but also dedicated to empowering learners. We believe that private lessons are the building blocks to a lifelong relationship with music. Our strong commitment to music education is fundamental to our business, and we work hard to find instructors who are experts in their instrument. We take care of all the administrative work so you can do what you do best: inspire learning and creating the next generation of musicians! What You’ll Do: As a Music Teacher, you will create an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment where students thrive. You will: • Teach music lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels., • Build positive relationships with students and parents through regular communication, goal-setting, and progress updates., • Partner with store teams to schedule lessons and encourage student retention., • Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience., • Advanced degrees (Master’s or Doctoral) in Music., • Professional teaching memberships or certifications. Music & Arts embodies the world of creativity and music by encouraging our teammates to find their own individual sound. We strive to create lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. We believe in putting our customers first, engaging with respect and integrity and fulfilling our mission with passion. The first Music & Arts was located in a small house in Bethesda, MD and run by founder Benjamin O'Brien. When Music & Arts opened its doors in 1952, we offered printed music, music lessons, dance lessons, and art supplies. Ben decided shortly after opening his business that he wanted to focus on music to better serve his customers -- a decision that remains intact to this day. Since the 1990's, Music & Arts has expanded nationwide through organic growth and a series of acquisitions and mergers with other music dealers. In 2005, Music & Arts joined forces with American Music to become the largest band and orchestra instrument retailer in the United States. Based in Frederick, MD, Music & Arts is now part of the Guitar Center enterprise and comprises 225+ retail stores, 200+ educational representatives, and 250+ affiliate locations. Why Music & Arts? Here's just some of the rewards: Pay Rate: $16.50/hr Non-Teaching Rate + $10.50-22/hr Teaching Rate depending on background and experience. For our employees who are musicians we offer the unique opportunity of gig leave--take time off to share your music with the world and return to your job after your tour! Music & Arts offers robust benefits and perks, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus company match, mental health support, paid sick/holiday/vacation time, employee discount program, and tuition reimbursement options. The job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, and other factors. The pay range(s) listed are provided in compliance with state specific laws. Pay ranges may be different in other locations. Additional Information: Music & Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides fair and equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected status prohibited under Federal, State, or local laws. All employment decisions are based on valid job? related requirements. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our website, you may request a reasonable accommodation to express interest in a specific opening. You can request reasonable accommodation by sending an email to

About Payam Music At Payam Music, our mission is for students to fall in love with piano. Our revolutionary approach is fundamentally changing the way students learn piano. Our patent-pending methodology is rooted in the psychology of language learning—students master fundamentals and techniques through a language they already know—letters and numbers—before progressing to traditional sheet music. Not only do our students love piano lessons—they’re winning competitions! In 2025, our students competed in the PTA Reflections national competition against 300,000 others, taking 4 of the 5 top spots in Washington State and the #1 spot nationally. At Payam Music, 96% of students reach diploma level in 4 years, compared to just 2% nationally over 12 years. We’re scaling quickly, opening new schools across the country and expanding our online program. We’re looking for an experienced Piano School Director to run our newest location, ensuring every family has an incredible experience and every student thrives. Why this role matters As Piano School Director, you’ll lead a team of 20–30 teachers, manage 150–200 students, and ensure everything runs seamlessly—from lesson quality to family communication to staff operations. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who loves working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can balance big-picture planning with day-to-day problem-solving. You’ll be trusted to make decisions, build strong relationships with families, and help shape the future of Payam Music. What you’ll do • Manage the initial set-up of the school, • Lead daily operations and be the go-to problem-solver for staff, students, and parents, • Build and mentor a high-performing team of teachers, keeping them motivated and supported, • Lead new student orientations - showing them the Payam Method, along with performing some pieces for the student to motivate them, • Maintain a warm, welcoming environment for families while ensuring high teaching standards, • Manage scheduling, staffing, billing, and other logistics to keep everything running smoothly, • Handle parent communication with professionalism and care—making sure families feel heard and valued, • Build local relationships with schools and businesses to drive awareness of Payam Music, • Organize events, recitals, and other community-building activities You’ll be a great fit if you • Have 5+ years of experience in school management, after-school program leadership, or a similar role, • Are an exceptional music teacher, ideally with extensive experience teaching piano, • Are an excellent communicator who builds strong relationships with staff and families, • Are organized, resourceful, and calm under pressure, • Love working with kids and care deeply about their growth and success, • Are comfortable managing billing, schedules, and staff, • Can work evenings and weekends, • Play piano at an intermediate level or higher Nice-to-haves • Familiarity with running high-enrollment after-school or enrichment programs What we offer • Competitive salary: $75,000 – $100,000 (depending on experience), • Equity + annual bonus based on site performance, • Exceptional medical/dental/vision benefits, • 401k retirement plan, • Discounted piano lessons for you and your family, • Opportunity for career progression with plenty of room for personal growth! Application Instructions: Please apply on LinkedIn AND email us at with the 4 items below. In the title of these documents, please include your first and last name. We look forward to hearing from you. • Resume, • Cover Letter, • Solo video(s) of you playing piano - please send the video as a link if possible!, • Three References (name, contact info, how you've interacted with them)

We strive to create lifelong musicians and make a difference in the world by enabling musicians and non-musicians alike to experience the almost indescribable happiness that comes from playing an instrument. When Music & Arts opened its doors in 1952, we offered printed music, music lessons, dance l

We take care of all the administrative work so you can do what you do best: inspire learning and creating the next generation of musicians! What You’ll Do: As a Music Teacher, you will create an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment where students thrive.

Job Description Summary Instruct preschool-aged children in activities designed to promote social, physical, and intellectual growth needed for primary school in preschool Duties • Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling., • Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities., • Prepare reports on students and activities as required by the administration., • Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of preschool programs., • Attend staff meetings and serve on committees as required. Requirements • CDA certification in Preschool orAssociate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or NYS Certification (Birth through Grade 2), • 2 years of working experience in childcare, including at least 1 year in a lead teacher role. Nice To Haves • Knowledge in Handwriting without Tears, • Knowledge of Eureka Math Benefits • Further Education Studies in Early Childhood paid by Quality Star, • Paid leave, • Paid National Holiday, • Free Childcare About Us Jericho STEM Academy is an OCFS-licensed preschool program that provides a nurturing environment designed for children from 6 weeks old to pre-K. Our goal is to prepare your children for success in all aspects of their lives. Our STEM curriculum is aligned with New York State standards and designed to ensure your child thrives academically and socially. We are committed to providing the highest quality program for your child. We conduct annual evaluations of our teachers, facilities, and curriculum to ensure that your child receives an exceptional education that gives you peace of mind. At Jericho STEM Academy, we recognize that every child is unique. Our flexible learning approach supports individual growth and development.We offered flexible scheduling options, including 2 to 5 day fixability schedules with half-day and full-day availability. Extended care was also available.