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YMCA of Greater Oklahoma City

Teacher

Weatherford, OK · On-site

$10/hr

... Entry Level Child Care Training (ELCCT). * Within 30 days of employment provide current ... play, art, music, science, math, manipulative, quiet book reading, sand and water play and ...

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Teacher Aide

Irondequoit, NY · On-site

$16.50/hr

... perfect entry-level opportunity to kickstart your career in education? TES Staffing is seeking ... Share your talents in areas like foreign language, arts, music, and more to assist lead teacher in ...

Celebree School

Assistant Toddler Teacher

Franklin, TN · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

In this entry-level position, you will support lead teachers in upholding the highest standards of ... Engage children in meaningful activities , including storytelling, music, and play-based learning ...

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How much do entrylevel music teacher jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for entrylevel music teacher in the United States is $54,498.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,000.00 and $61,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entrylevel Music Teacher vs Music Instructor?

AspectEntrylevel Music TeacherMusic Instructor
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some positions may require music certification or associate degreeVaries; often similar, may include certifications or specialized training
Work EnvironmentSchools, community centers, private studiosMusic schools, private lessons, community programs
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, private studios, nonprofit organizationsMusic schools, private clients, recreational programs
Common Search & Comparison IntentYesYes

The main difference between an Entrylevel Music Teacher and a Music Instructor lies in their typical work settings and employer types. Entrylevel Music Teachers often work in schools or community programs, focusing on foundational teaching, while Music Instructors may operate in private studios or specialized music schools. Both roles generally require similar credentials and serve similar audiences, but their work environments and employment contexts differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Entrylevel Music Teacher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,498 per year, or $26.2 per hour.

Audio Adjunct Faculty Pool, School of Audio and Music

Columbia College Chicago

Chicago, IL

$5.6K/mo

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

In addition to its regular, full-time faculty, Columbia College Chicago hires scholars, creative professionals and other industry-experienced Adjunct Faculty to teach courses on a part-time basis . These positions are not available every semester and are contingent upon student enrollment and the availability of funding. 

To be qualified to teach at the college, candidates must possess a degree at least one level above the level at which they teach, with a terminal degree in the relevant discipline as the preferred credential. In terminal degree programs, faculty members will possess the same level of degree. In occasional cases, demonstrated currency in a specialized discipline and a sustained history of distinguished professional work, compelling creative achievements, or other significant experience in the relevant field may be considered as an alternative to the required degree. 

The School of Audio and Music offers courses in disciplines including Audio Arts (Recording, Live Sound, and A-V System Design); Music Performance and Songwriting; Music Production; Music Composition for Media; Music Technology (Hardware and Software Design); and Sound Design for Media and Stage. 

Please include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three references. Further materials, such as official transcripts sent from the degree-granting institution, may be requested at a later date. 

Entry level compensation rate for teaching one 3-credit course as of Fall 2026 is $5,635.00. Compensation for courses that carry fewer or more than three credits will be prorated down or up accordingly.

At Columbia, we offer a rewarding work environment for our faculty and staff. We take pride in offering competitive benefits with affordable health, dental and vision coverage; flexible spending accounts; commuter benefit program, life, and accidental, death & dismemberment coverage; paid and unpaid leave options; work/life benefits; educational assistance programs; and retirement and financial planning benefits. Click here for more information. 

Columbia College Chicago actively promotes, access to an expansive array of social and cultural theories, practices and perspectives that are vitally important to the successful delivery of a contemporary creative curriculum and the college's mission to educate students who will author the culture of their times. These principles are essential to the educational experiences of our students, staff, and faculty. 

We seek individuals with a demonstrated ability to work with students from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds, and whose creative, scholarly and/or professional work contributes to a rich educational experience consistent with our mission. For more information, please visit: colum.edu/academic-access-and-excellence. 

Additional Information 

  • Position subject to a background screening.
  • This is a union position.
  • This position is overtime ineligible.

Columbia College Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all local, state, and federal laws and regulations concerning civil rights. The college does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.

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