Instrumental Music Teacher Part Time

Unquowa School – Fairfield, Connecticut
Start Date: August 2026
Schedule: Part-time, approximately 20 hours per week

Unquowa School, an independent PreK–8 school in Fairfield, Connecticut, seeks a Part-Time Instrumental Music Teacher to work with students in Grades 4–8. The ideal candidate will be a skilled, creative musician who enjoys helping students build confidence, technique, and a love of music.

Responsibilities

The Part-Time Instrumental Music Teacher will:

• Teach foundational and intermediate music theory and instrumental skills.
• Provide instruction on ukulele, guitar, keyboard/piano, bass, and percussion.
• Develop lessons that build rhythm, technique, notation reading, creativity, confidence, and ensemble skills.
• Prepare students for concerts, assemblies, and other school performances.
• Accompany or perform music during school assemblies and special events, as needed.
• Provide constructive feedback to students and communicate with families when appropriate.
• Collaborate with faculty and administration to support school programs and events.

Qualifications

Strong candidates will have:

• A background in music education, performance, or a related field.
• Proficiency in playing and teaching ukulele, guitar, keyboard/piano, and percussion; bass experience is a plus.
• A strong understanding of music theory, instrumental technique, and ensemble performance.
• Experience teaching upper elementary and/or middle school students.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• The ability to engage students with a wide range of experience and ability levels.
• Experience preparing students for performances or school events.

To Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to Dean of Faculty Carlene Gordon at [email protected]