Community Music School Instructor

The Ohio State University

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Columbus Campus Until 8/23/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted December 13, 2025 Last posted December 13, 2025
Job description

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Job Title:

Community Music School Instructor

Department:

Arts and Sciences | Music-JM

The School of Music, within the College of Arts and Sciences, seeks Community Music School Instructors to join our team. The College of Arts and Sciences is the largest college and the academic heart of the university. The College hosts 81 majors. With 38 departments, 20+ world-class research centers, and more than 2,000 faculty and staff members, students have the unique opportunity to study with the best artists, scholars, and scientists in their field.

Community Music School Instructors will teach engaging and effective private lessons, classes, and/or ensembles and collaborate with the Community Music School Manager and the School of Music’s administrative team to oversee compliance with school policies and procedures that align with the school’s mission and vision. Instructors will contribute to a positive and inclusive learning environment that supports the growth and development of students and act as liaisons between students and parents to ensure that their needs and concerns are addressed in a timely and professional manner; and implement strategies to increase enrollment, retain students and improve student outcomes.

Instructor specializations include the following:

  • Private Instruction: bassoon, cello, clarinet, drum set, electric bass, euphonium, flute, French horn, guitar, harp, oboe, piano, saxophone, trombone, tuba, ukulele, upright bass, viola, violin, voice, etc.
  • Class Instruction: composition, group guitar, group piano, history, preschool music, Suzuki group classes, technology, theory, etc.
  • Ensemble Direction: band, chamber ensembles, choirs, jazz ensemble, orchestra, rock band, etc.

Required Application Materials:

  • A cover letter explaining your interest in the position and including a statement of your approaches, experience and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring.
  • Resume/CV
  • A Word or PDF document with a direct unlisted Youtube link, demonstrating 5 to 10 minutes of example instruction.

Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in music or related field or equivalent experience in music teaching; strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with students, parents, instructors, and community partners; knowledge of music education pedagogy, curriculum development, and assessment.

Desired Education and Experience: Master’s degree in music or related field. 4+ years of proven experience in music teaching; strong interpersonal and communication skills to effectively interact with students, parents, and community partners; knowledge of music education pedagogy, curriculum development, and assessment; ability to work collaboratively with the School of Music administrative team and instructors to achieve the school’s goals; and have a passion for music education and a commitment to the school’s mission of providing accessible and high-quality music instruction to the community.

Additional Information:

Location:

Timashev Family Music Building (1064)

Position Type:

Intermittent

Scheduled Hours:

0.2

Shift:

Varying Shifts

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About this role

Summary

Teach private lessons, classes, and ensembles; foster inclusive learning; collaborate on program goals.

Job title

Community Music School Instructor

Experience level

4+ years

Industry

education

Location requirements

On-site at Timashev Family Music Building with potential flexible shifts

Salary

Not specified

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

music teachingcommunicationcurriculum developmentassessment

Preferred skills

master’s degreecollaborationpassion for music education

Specializations

private instructionclass instructionensemble direction
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site