Paz Music Center

Paz Music & Arts Academy of St. John’s

(Brand New Studio!)

Instruments Needed: Piano, Voice, Violin, Guitar, Drums, Ukulele
Location: St. John’s / St. Augustine, FL
Compensation: $26–$29 per hour (based on experience)

Join a Winning Team

Paz Music & Arts Academy of St. John’s is expanding and seeking experienced, motivated, and personable music instructors to join our growing team in our brand-new, purpose-built studio.

We are a family-owned and family-run academy with nearly four decades of experience in music education. Our instructors include active performers, seasoned educators, and music degree candidates who share a passion for teaching and inspiring students of all ages.

This is an excellent opportunity for musicians looking for steady, consistent teaching work in a professional, supportive, and well-organized environment—without the burden of scheduling, billing, or marketing.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay: $26–$29 per scheduled teaching hour
• Flexible part-time schedule with consistent weekly lesson times
• All lessons taught in person at our studio (no travel, no in-home lessons)
• Full administrative support: scheduling, payments, enrollment, and marketing handled for you
• A welcoming, family-friendly workplace with long-term growth opportunities
• Teaching students of all ages (primarily children and teens; adults welcome)

Teaching Schedule

All lessons are taught onsite during the following hours:

• Tuesday: 12:00–8:00 PM
• Wednesday / Friday: 4:00–8:00 PM
• Saturday: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM

Instructors are scheduled for specific time blocks based on availability and student demand.

Position Responsibilities

• Teach private music lessons (primarily 30-minute sessions)
• Create a fun, encouraging, and structured learning environment
• Communicate music concepts and fundamentals clearly to students of varying ages and skill levels
• Adapt lesson plans to individual student needs, goals, and learning styles
• Track student progress and provide constructive, positive feedback
• Maintain a professional, organized studio presence
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and academy staff

Qualifications & Requirements

• Strong understanding of music fundamentals and basic music theory
• Experience teaching music lessons (formal or informal)
• Comfortable working with children; ability to engage students of all ages
• Reliable, punctual, and professional
• Positive attitude with an outgoing, encouraging teaching style

Formal music degrees are not required. Candidates must have one or more of the following:

• Music degree (completed or in progress)
• Professional performing experience
• Prior teaching experience

If you teach any one of the listed instruments, we’d love to hear from you. Teaching multiple instruments is a bonus, but not required.

Employment Type

• Part-time
• Independent contractor (1099)
• Hours based on enrollment and availability

Founded in 1985, Paz Music has been a family-run academy for nearly 40 years, serving thousands of students through high-quality music education.

Paz Music & Arts Academy of St. John’s brings this legacy to a brand-new studio, offering instructors a supportive, professional environment with steady students and no administrative burden. Our mission is to inspire students of all ages while supporting teachers who love what they do.