🏠 Student Hub | 📅 Calendar | Teach For Us
📱 Text (505) 207-1997
🎵 Now Hiring — Rio Rancho, NM

Teach Music.
Change Lives.
Love Your Job.

Music on the Westside is a growing, community-driven studio. We're looking for passionate, energetic music teachers who love working with students of all ages.

10+
Years in Business
5★
Google Rating
183
Reviews
7
Instruments

Ready to Join Our Team?

We're hiring experienced music teachers for private and group lessons. Fill out the application below or reach out to start a conversation.

⏱ This application takes about 2 minutes

Why Music on the Westside

A Studio That Supports Its Teachers

We invest in our team. Here's what makes teaching here different.

📅

Flexible Scheduling

Set a schedule around your other commitments — we work with your availability to build the right fit.

🎤

Real Performances

Your students perform in live concerts at actual venues — motivating for everyone.

🎯

Student Retention Programs

Proven student retention programs like Play Journals, Concerts, and other programs you follow to help keep student retention high.

👨‍👩‍👧

Supportive Community

Work alongside a collaborative team that genuinely cares about students and each other.

🏠

Professional Environment

A well-maintained, family-friendly studio with everything you need to do your best teaching.

📈

Growing Studio

We're expanding — which means growing opportunity for teachers who grow with us.

The Perks

Teacher Benefits

Real benefits that let you build a sustainable career doing what you love.

💰

Competitive Pay

Fair compensation for experienced music educators.

🎯

Quarterly Achievable Bonuses

Reach realistic goals and earn bonuses every quarter.

💼

Administrative Staff

Dedicated admin support so you can focus on teaching.

🌴

Paid Time Off

Take the time you need with paid time off.

In Their Own Words

What teachers think about working at Music on the Westside:

Youtube comment:

Music on the Westside teacher comment: So grateful that I had the opportunity to learn, teach, and perform this song. So incredibly proud of my drum students.
Ideal Candidates

What We Look For

We care more about attitude and passion than a perfect resume.

  • 🎵
    Musical ProficiencySolid command of your instrument(s) and ability to teach across skill levels.
  • ❤️
    Love for TeachingGenuine enthusiasm for helping students grow and succeed.
  • 👨
    Great with Kids & AdultsPatient, encouraging, and adaptable with all ages and personalities.
  • Reliable & ProfessionalPunctual, prepared, and communicative with students and staff.
  • 🎤
    Performance-MindedExcited to prepare students for our live concerts and events.
  • 📋
    Background Check ClearanceAll teachers must pass a background check prior to hire.

🎸 Instruments We Hire For

🎸 Guitar 🥁 Drums 🎹 Piano 🎤 Voice 🎻 Violin 🮵 Ukulele 🎸 Bass

Don't see your instrument listed? Reach out anyway — we love expanding what we offer when the right teacher comes along.

Our Process

How Hiring Works

A clear, respectful process from application to your first lesson.

1

Apply

Submit your application below with your experience and instrument(s).

2

Video Intro

We'll send a short video questionnaire to get to know you better.

3

Skills Interview

A conversation with our team to discuss your teaching style and fit.

4

Trial Lesson

Teach a short trial lesson so we can see you in action.

Apply Today

Music Teacher Application

Interested? Fill out the short form below and we’ll reach out if it looks like a good fit.

Questions Before Applying?

Reach out anytime — we're happy to answer questions about the role, schedule, or studio culture.