After-School Music Teacher

Responsibilities

• Lead weekly after-school Music x Gaming clubs for K-8 students (groups of 5–12)
• Create a positive, structured, and fun environment following our session flow
• Manage attendance, coordinate smooth student dismissal, and communicate with the team via Slack
• Provide feedback on game pacing and classroom flow to help improve the platform

Requirements

• Must be currently connected to a K-8 school community (teacher, admin, staff, librarian, or parent)
• Available at least 1 afternoon per week between 2:00–6:00 pm
• Ability to play a musical instrument
• Experience working with children in a group, classroom, camp, or club setting
• Must pass standard background checks for working with children
• Comfortable with basic technology and classroom management

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or coursework in Music, Music Education, or a related field
• Prior experience as a music instructor, coach, or camp leader
• Experience facilitating small groups using Chromebooks or iPads
• Ability to travel to nearby schools for additional club opportunities

Benefits

• High hourly pay at $70/hr for a low, predictable time commitment
• Plug-and-play curriculum with zero lesson planning required
• Fast onboarding and streamlined bi-weekly direct deposit
• Paid professional development and training
• Opportunities to increase your hourly rate over time

About the Company

Overture Games is on a mission to change music education. We provide a "Duolingo-meets-Guitar-Hero" experience where kids compose, perform, and learn through joyful, social gameplay using our specialized web-app platform.