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Salary : $40-$50/hr
Johns Hopkins University: Peabody Institute: The Peabody Preparatory
Description
The Peabody Preparatory is pleased to announce an opening for an Adjunct Early Childhood Music teaching position in the Early Childhood Music Department at the Peabody Preparatory, a division of the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD. Start date is August 2026.
The successful candidate will provide group-based music instruction to students (birth to 5 years of age) and families. The Peabody Preparatory’s Early Childhood program is a leading edge, research-based, 20-year established curriculum developed and adapted by Dr. Eric Rasmussen, department chair, from the Music Learning Theory of Dr. Edwin Gordon. Successful candidates will receive training in the Early Childhood Music curriculum at Peabody Preparatory as part of the onboarding process.
Candidates should be experienced in working with young musicians and have basic skills on keyboard, guitar, or other chordal accompanying instruments.
Duties:
The successful candidate will teach at The Park School location, teaching up to 3 classes per campus over the summer (6 weeks), with classes offered on Saturdays and possibly another weekday morning. During the academic year, up to 4 classes on Saturday mornings and possible weekday morning classes for the fall and spring semesters (32 weeks). Depending on availability, potential additional opportunities are available at other campus locations.
CONTACT:
For further information contact: Dr. Eric Rasmussen, Chair, Early Childhood Music, Peabody Preparatory: [contact details available in the full listing]
ABOUT US:
Established in 1894, the Peabody Preparatory boasts a rich history of nurturing musical talent. With approximately 3,000 students passing through its doors every week, the school is Maryland's premier community school for music and dance.
The Peabody Preparatory welcomes students of all ages and levels of ability, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can discover and develop their musical potential. Offerings range from early childhood classes that spark a lifelong love of music and dance, to programs designed for adults and professional dancers and musicians seeking to hone their skills.
Located in downtown Baltimore and sharing space with the renowned Peabody Conservatory, the Preparatory also extends its reach through three satellite campuses in the communities of Towson, Annapolis, and Howard County, MD.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in music, music education, and/or early childhood education is required. Master's degree or equivalent experience and training preferred.
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