Teach What You Love. Inspire the Next Generation of Musicians.
Flexible opportunities. Meaningful impact. A chance to shape young musicians where it matters most.
PART-TIME JOB OPPORTUNITIES
We partner with school districts to bring high-quality music education directly to students. We’re building a network of instructors who are not only skilled in their craft, but who care deeply about creating a supportive, engaging learning environment.
Bonus if you are:
Fluent or conversational in Spanish and comfortable working with bilingual students and families.
This could be a great fit if you:
- Have experience teaching or performing (formal or informal)
- Are confident leading small groups or one-on-one lessons
- Enjoy working with students of varying ages and skill levels
- Value consistency, communication, and showing up prepared
- Are excited about making music more accessible in schools
What the Role Looks Like
✓ Lead vocal or instrumental lessons within school programs
✓ Create a positive, encouraging learning environment
✓ Adapt lessons based on student needs and skill levels
✓ Communicate with program coordinators as needed
✓ Show up reliably and prepared for each session
Why Join Us
✓ Consistent teaching opportunities through school partnerships
✓ Flexible scheduling based on your availability
✓ A chance to make a meaningful impact in your local community
✓ Support from our team so you can focus on teaching
Frequently Asked Questions
Prior teaching experience is helpful, but it’s not required. We’re primarily looking for instructors who are confident in their craft, communicate clearly, and care about creating a positive learning environment for students. If you have experience performing or working with others in a musical setting, we encourage you to apply.
The time commitment can vary depending on the specific school program and your availability. Most instructors teach on a consistent weekly schedule during school hours or after-school programming. We aim to offer flexible opportunities that align with your schedule whenever possible.
In many cases, we provide guidance on curriculum and structure to help you feel supported. That said, instructors are encouraged to bring their own teaching style and materials to best support their students. Specific details may vary by program and will be shared during the onboarding process.
This is typically a contractor role. Instructors are engaged on a per-program basis, which allows for flexibility in scheduling and commitment. We’ll provide full details on expectations and structure as part of the onboarding process.
The Starving Artists Community provides music instruction via in-person lessons and our online platform where students can connect, share their progress, and support each other in their musical journeys.
