Captivating Children's Music Educator
At Busy Beats Music we believe in inspiring a lifelong love of music by building bonds and building brains while building budding musicians.
We are seeking caring and compassionate individuals who are gifted in creating magical music and movement experiences for children ages 0-7 in preschools and early childhood centers throughout Houston and surrounding areas.
Preferred candidates will have experience with young children, a passion for teaching young children and their families, a playful approach and a desire to inspire a lifelong love of music.
IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:
- Creatively prepare and practice weekly lessons using the easy to follow(implement) internationally known Kindermusik curriculum.
- Exude passion for teaching by participating in floor crawling, jumping, dancing and overall energetic and imaginative play to set examples for children and their grownups to use at home and in life.
- Transform the learning environment into a magical experience for children and families by setting up props and instruments prior to class and ensuring a warm, welcoming and clean space prior to parents/children arriving so that families are happy to return and share their experience with others through word of mouth. Ensure the studio is left in good order to keep our families safe and comfortable by cleaning up after each class and sanitizing instruments.
- Participate in organization meetings and company retreats to remain connected to the company's overall mission and set personal growth goals.
- Maintain weekly communication with owner/teammates so we can ensure the experience is mutually successful and FUN (both for teacher and students).
ATTRIBUTES FOR SUCCESS:We are looking for Edutainers!...educators who entertain by seamlessly incorporating all elements of masterful teaching to stimulate thought, bonding and fun. Every class should flow with creative movement, sensational singing and immersive pretend play to captivate the hearts and minds of children and their families for unforgettable experiences. To be successful in this role the ideal candidate will have :
- A passion for music and early childhood development and love teaching both the little ones and their grownups
- A desire for both personal and professional growth and continued learning
- A high sense of responsibility and self-management (You will have the ability to create your own work schedule and essentially your own job!)
- A natural curiosity to discover how your group of little ones tick to ensure that they are receiving the most individualized education catered to their style of learning. Every class is different!
- A genuine delight in helping children learn and thrive.
THE ESSENTIALS:
- A background in either music or early childhood education preferred but not required
- Excellent communicability and interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to lift up to 20lbs from time to time (i.e boxes of props when prepping).
- Must be able to maintain a moderate to high level of physical activity (we crawl on the floor, jump, dance, twirl and stay on our feet for most of each class).
- MUST pass a background check.
- Must speak english fluently.
- Must have reliable transportation as you will be driving to different locations across Houston.
DETAILS:
- Once hired, you will be provided paid training to successfully receive Kindermusik Educator Accreditation (training hours will be compensated at a non-productive training rate to be discussed before hire).
- Currently, the role requires 3-5 hours weekly of online training and 3 hours of in person training/assistant teaching hours.
- Management handles all of the marketing, registrations, accounts and parent communication.
- Classroom materials and instruments are supplied by Busy Beats Music.
PAYMENT: Starting $25/hr
START DATE: ASAP
SCHEDULE:
- In person training: Varies (NW Houston location)
- Online training: self-paced
- Mon- Fri.: teaching schedule based on your availability but mornings 9am-noon and/or afternoons 3pm-6pm preferred. (Cinco Ranch, Cypress, NW Houston areas, Woodlands)
TO APPLY:
If this feels like an opportunity that would make your heart sing, please complete the following steps:
- Complete the application found at this link: https://forms.gle/qeoM1JUv4hc1hNH7A
Job Types: Part-time, Contract
Pay: From $25.00 per hour
Expected hours: 5 – 10 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- After school
- Morning shift
Work setting:
- Camp
- Private school
- Public school
Application Question(s):
- Your interest in this position will not be considered without complete application. Have you completed the pre- recorded phone interview questions here and applied at the following link: https://forms.gle/qeoM1JUv4hc1hNH7A
Experience:
- Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Work Location: On the road