Music Teacher / Piano instructor Job at Big Dreams Early Learning Center, Bridgeport, CT

ME9ic2QxT1ltbFYvbzdKK0JNaU9YdURUcmc9PQ==
  • Big Dreams Early Learning Center
  • Bridgeport, CT

Job Description


Summary

We are seeking a warm, enthusiastic, and creative Per Diem Piano/Music Teacher to join our early childhood education team! This flexible, part-time position is ideal for an experienced music educator who loves working with young children and can bring energy, imagination, and joy to music sessions.
The instructor will lead engaging, age-appropriate music and movement activities primarily for our preschoolers (ages 3–5) twice weekly, while also designing musical experiences for infants and toddlers (6 months to 3 years) and facilitating fun, interactive music time with school-age children (ages 5–12) in our after-school program.
A strong ability to play and teach piano is essential , as the role will include introducing basic piano skills, technique, and creative keyboard play to young learners.

Duties

  • Plan and lead dynamic music and movement sessions for children ages 6 months to 5 years, with a focus on our preschoolers.
  • Teach introductory piano lessons in a developmentally appropriate and engaging way.
  • Incorporate sing-alongs, rhythm games, movement, and creative musical play using piano as the primary instrument.
  • Introduce children to foundational music concepts in a joyful, accessible manner.
  • Facilitate interactive music sessions with school-age children (ages 5–12) in our after-school program.
  • Collaborate with classroom staff to align music activities with seasonal themes or classroom topics.
  • Create a fun, inclusive environment that nurtures each child's love of music.

Requirements

  • Proficient piano player with experience teaching piano to young children.
  • Background in music education, early childhood education, or related field preferred.
  • Prior experience working with children ages 6 months to 12 years in a musical setting.
  • Strong classroom management and child engagement skills.
  • Energetic, patient, and playful teaching style.
  • Flexible availability to work approximately two days per week .
  • Reliable and punctual with excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

experience working with young children but not necessary

Benefits

Flexible work schedule in a family-oriented environment. per diem

Job Tags

Daily paid, Part time, Seasonal work, Flexible hours, 2 days per week,

Similar Jobs

Amazing Athletes

Youth Multi-Sport Coach for Greater Indianapolis area Job at Amazing Athletes

 ...Amazing Athletes is seeking a Youth Multi-Sport Coach to join our team. Our company is the largest multi-sport enrichment program in the country, designed for children ages 2-12 years old to have fun through positive movement experiences, with a focus on meeting their... 

Fort Worth ISD

Choir Director Job at Fort Worth ISD

Fort Worth ISD is currently accepting applications for anticipated middle school and high school choir director positions for Fall 2025. The ideal candidate possesses strong vocal pedagogy skills, excels in student recruitment and retention, and demonstrates the ability...

Alpha Home Health and Hospice

Travel Outpatient Physical Therapist - Paying up to $2,550/week Job at Alpha Home Health and Hospice

Seeking a Travel Physical Therapist in Thousand Oaks, California, with a weekly pay rate of up to $2,550. At Vivian, healthcare professionals can easily find new opportunities by creating a universal profile that highlights their experience and preferences. Build... 

ITResource Hunter

Content Writer (AI Annotator) Job at ITResource Hunter

 ...Job Title: Content Writer (AI Annnotator) Location: Remote Job type: Contract (Minimum 30 hours/week) About the Project We are collaborating with a leading game AI model company to train and fine-tune advanced language models tailored for immersive... 

techkuber

DevOps engineer Job at techkuber

 ...DevOps Engineer San Jose, CA You will contribute to technical architecture, product prioritization, scalable automation, capacity planning, adoption of supporting technologies, and all other aspects of maintaining a world-class cloud-based service. You will work closely...