Music Teacher Jobs in Ohio

A Music Teacher in elementary education is responsible for developing students' music skills and appreciation. They conduct lessons that involve singing, playing musical instruments, and understanding music theory. Music Teachers also introduce various types of music to the children, helping them to explore their musical interests and talents. They prepare lesson plans and teaching materials for each class, evaluate student performance, and provide constructive feedback. Music Teachers also organize music-related activities such as choir practice, band rehearsals, and concerts.

Important skills and certifications a Music Teacher should have include a Bachelor's degree in Music Education, a teaching certification, and excellent musical skills. They should also have strong communication and class management skills, patience, creativity, and the ability to motivate and inspire students. Prior to becoming a Music Teacher, an individual may have roles such as a Private Music Tutor, a Band Director, or a Music Therapist. These roles provide valuable experience in teaching and working with students in a musical context.

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Music Teacher Store 2908

  • Parma, OH
  • 17 days ago
  • Parma, OH
  • 17 days ago

Minimum Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. 2 years of music teaching experience....

Music Teacher - Piano / Voice / Guitar / Drums / Winds / Bras Etc.

  • Toledo, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Toledo, OH
  • 4 hours ago

un Music Teacher - Piano / Voice / Guitar / Drums / Winds / Bras Etc....

Music Instructor - Part Time Gig

  • Hilliard, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Hilliard, OH
  • 1 day ago

Minimum Requirements: Bachelors Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent experience. 2 years of music teaching experience....

Anticipated Elementary Music Teacher

  • Tipp City, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Tipp City, OH
  • 2 days ago

Tipp City Schools is now accepting applications for the anticipated position of Elementary Music Teacher for the 2025–26 school year....

Music Teacher

  • Dayton, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 2 days ago

Position Type: Elementary School Teaching/ Music - General Date Posted: 6/20/2025 Location: Dayton Public Schools Date Available: 08/06/2025 Closing Date: 07/18/2025 District:   Dayton Public Schools...

Music Teacher

  • Mason, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Mason, OH
  • 3 days ago

(Middletown)  Additional Information: Show/Hide Madison Local School District has an opening for a High Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year....

Vocal / General Music Teacher Grades 7-8

  • Boardman, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Boardman, OH
  • 3 days ago

Vocal / General Music Teacher Grades 7-8 JobID: 6830 Position Type: Middle School Teaching/Music - Vocal Date Posted: 7/1/2025 Location: Boardman Local Schools Date Available: 08/06/2025 Closing Date...

Music Teacher (Anticipated)

  • New Albany, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • New Albany, OH
  • 4 days ago

Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning....

Music Teacher - Elyria - 25-26 SY

  • Elyria, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Elyria, OH
  • 4 days ago

The School Teacher maintains a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth and establishes effective rapport with pupils while maintaining proper classroom management....

Music Teacher

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 days ago

(Middletown)    Madison Local School District has an opening for a High Music Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year....

Elementary Music Teacher

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 6 days ago

Elementary Music Teacher Forest Hills Local Schools Wilson Elementary School - Cincinnati, Ohio This job is also posted in Ohio Education Job Board: Ohio's resource for jobs in education Job Details...

Music Teacher - Horace Mann Elementary

  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 6 days ago

instructional materials and providing individualized and small group instruction to meet the needs of each student....

Elementary Music Teacher K-4

  • Brookville, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Brookville, OH
  • 7 days ago

Ensures that lesson plans align with the district's adopted courses of study and proficiency test outcomes/competencies. Submits written lesson plans according to building procedures....

Music Instructor - Part Time Gig

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 7 days ago

Teacher Communicate with students and/or parents of students on progress of each student Share students and/or parents goals and progress frequently Requirements: Previous experience in Music, Education...

Anticipated Opening: High School/Middle School Music Teacher

  • Tipp City, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Tipp City, OH
  • 8 days ago

Teacher to join our robust and well-established 6-12 music program....

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Salary for Music Teacher Jobs in Ohio

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Music Teachers in Ohio offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.3%
Master's Degree
41.4%
Doctorate Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
3.4%
Associate's Degree
3.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Music Teachers in Ohio
Less than 1 year
44.4%
None
24.1%
1-2 years
14.0%
2-4 years
9.0%
10+ years
2.5%
4-6 years
2.5%
6-8 years
2.2%
8-10 years
1.4%


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