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One Music Schools is seeking a talented and friendly substitute private music lesson teacher for piano, guitar, drums, and/or voice at our Scottsdale Studio of Music location! We are a team of passionate musicians who LOVE sharing our gifts with others! We offer benefits, flexible scheduling, and a fun work environment. Some of the amazing perks of teaching with Scottsdale Studio of Music:
- Our admin team handles all business operations including scheduling new students into your schedule, marketing, billing, planning recitals and events, etc. — enabling you to focus solely on engaging your students.
- A fully stocked incentive store for students.
- Amazing performance opportunities for both students and teachers.
- Ongoing training and career development (all of which is paid)
Job Duties:
- Instructing students for 30 minute private lessons
- Assessing new student abilities
- Creating lesson plans
- Preparing students for recitals
- Facilitating student participation in recitals
- Assisting students in reaching their goals for learning
- Communicating with parents/guardians on students progress
- Participating in group instruction for our Rock Band Program
Qualifications include:
- Interpersonal Skills - Must be able to connect with people of all ages and skill levels (particularly children and teens)
- Degree in Music Education or Music Performance is not required, but is always a plus
- Must be able to demonstrate teaching ability and instrument skill level during an interview
- Must give a minimum of a 1-year commitment to teaching with us
- Please submit a Music Specific Resume
- Multi instrumentalist (preferred, but not required)
Schedule
Part-time, open to build up to full-time
Compensation
$32 per hour
Benefits
One Music Schools is one of the only music education companies in Arizona to offer a benefits package! Our benefits package includes:
- Health Insurance Plan with SelectHealth - Hours requirement for eligibility
- Full Dental - Hours requirement for eligibility
- Full Vision - Hours requirement for eligibility
- 401(k)
- Benefits are available to employees and immediate family members
About Us
One Music Schools is a music studio network offering lessons on piano, guitar, voice, ukulele, violin, cello, drums, and more. With locations across the country, we offer an environment that is as creative and versatile as the students we teach.
In addition, we are passionate about giving our students ample opportunities where they can perform in a fun, safe and uplifting atmosphere. These performances include open mic nights, parades, community events, workshops, and two formal recitals a year.
At our music schools we place the utmost priority on helping each student find that same refuge in music that we have found ourselves. If you are a skilled musician who is passionate about teaching, we would love for you to join our team!
One Music Schools is seeking a talented and friendly substitute private music lesson teacher for piano, guitar, drums, and/or voice at our Scottsdale Studio of Music location! We are a team of passionate musicians who LOVE sharing our gifts with others! We offer benefits, flexible scheduling, and a fun work environment. Some of the amazing perks of teaching with Scottsdale Studio of Music:
- Our admin team handles all business operations including scheduling new students into your schedule, marketing, billing, planning recitals and events, etc. — enabling you to focus solely on engaging your students.
- A fully stocked incentive store for students.
- Amazing performance opportunities for both students and teachers.
- Ongoing training and career development (all of which is paid)
Job Duties:
- Instructing students for 30 minute private lessons
- Assessing new student abilities
- Creating lesson plans
- Preparing students for recitals
- Facilitating student participation in recitals
- Assisting students in reaching their goals for learning
- Communicating with parents/guardians on students progress
- Participating in group instruction for our Rock Band Program
Qualifications include:
- Interpersonal Skills - Must be able to connect with people of all ages and skill levels (particularly children and teens)
- Degree in Music Education or Music Performance is not required, but is always a plus
- Must be able to demonstrate teaching ability and instrument skill level during an interview
- Must give a minimum of a 1-year commitment to teaching with us
- Please submit a Music Specific Resume
- Multi instrumentalist (preferred, but not required)
Schedule
Part-time, open to build up to full-time
Compensation
$32 per hour
Benefits
One Music Schools is one of the only music education companies in Arizona to offer a benefits package! Our benefits package includes:
- Health Insurance Plan with SelectHealth - Hours requirement for eligibility
- Full Dental - Hours requirement for eligibility
- Full Vision - Hours requirement for eligibility
- 401(k)
- Benefits are available to employees and immediate family members
About Us
One Music Schools is a music studio network offering lessons on piano, guitar, voice, ukulele, violin, cello, drums, and more. With locations across the country, we offer an environment that is as creative and versatile as the students we teach.
In addition, we are passionate about giving our students ample opportunities where they can perform in a fun, safe and uplifting atmosphere. These performances include open mic nights, parades, community events, workshops, and two formal recitals a year.
At our music schools we place the utmost priority on helping each student find that same refuge in music that we have found ourselves. If you are a skilled musician who is passionate about teaching, we would love for you to join our team!
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- ACCEL Schools34
- Boston Public Schools34
- Montgomery County Public Schools, MD32
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in substitute teacher jobs.
- Valid state substitute teaching license or emergency certification
- Bachelor's degree in any field from an accredited institution
- Clear fingerprint background check and FBI clearance
- Experience working with K-12 students in a classroom or youth setting
- Ability to follow and deliver existing lesson plans independently
- Basic classroom technology skills including interactive whiteboards and student devices
Tips for Your Substitute Teacher Job Search
Tailor your resume for district requirements
Highlight your state teaching certification, any emergency or provisional credentials, and grade bands you've covered. Districts scan for these first, so place them above your work history rather than burying them at the bottom.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists substitute teacher openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target districts with substitute shortages
Rural districts and high-need urban schools post consistently and fill roles faster. Search by county or district name rather than just city to surface openings that larger job boards miss and where competition is lower.
List every subject you can confidently cover
Most substitute teacher listings let districts filter by subject area. If you can cover AP Biology, special education pull-out groups, or ESL classrooms, name each explicitly so your profile surfaces in those filtered searches.
Prepare specific examples for classroom management questions
Interviewers almost always ask how you handle an unruly class with no lesson plan waiting. Prepare a two-minute story from a real assignment that shows your de-escalation approach and how you kept instruction moving.
Follow up after your eligibility paperwork clears
Districts process background checks and credential verification on their own schedule. Once cleared, email the staffing coordinator directly to confirm you're available and ask how assignments are dispatched so you're front of mind when openings arise.
Substitute Teacher Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most substitute teachers?
The most active employers for substitute teachers right now are ACCEL Schools, Boston Public Schools, and Montgomery County Public Schools, MD, and the most openings are in Massachusetts, Ohio, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Large staffing agencies that contract with districts tend to post the highest volume of openings at any given time.
How many substitute teacher jobs are remote?
About 3% of substitute teacher openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is a small share of the overall market. The roles most likely to be remote are virtual school positions, online tutoring contracts, and administrative substitute coordinator roles rather than traditional in-classroom assignments.
How do you become a substitute teacher?
Earning a substitute teaching certificate starts with confirming your state's minimum requirements, which typically include a bachelor's degree and a background check. You then apply for a substitute license through the state department of education, complete any required orientation, and register with local school districts or a staffing agency that places substitutes. Some states issue emergency permits that let you start while a full license processes.
Can you get hired as a substitute teacher with no classroom experience?
Yes, many districts hire substitute teachers with no prior classroom experience as long as you meet the credential and background check requirements. Highlighting related experience helps: tutoring, coaching, camp counseling, youth ministry, or any role where you managed groups of children demonstrates the core skills districts look for. Starting with a staffing agency is often the fastest path in because they work with multiple districts at once.
What does the substitute teacher interview process look like?
Most substitute teacher hiring involves a brief screening interview, either by phone or in person, focused on your availability, credential status, and ability to handle a classroom without advance notice. Some districts skip a formal interview entirely once your paperwork clears and simply add you to their approved substitute pool. Larger staffing agencies typically conduct a structured interview that includes scenario-based questions about classroom management and professional boundaries.
Where can I find and apply to substitute teacher jobs?
You can find and apply to substitute teacher jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search for roles that match your credentials, preferred grade level, and location, then apply directly to each listing that fits your availability and experience.
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