Current Openings
Dear Irvine School of Music Friends, Family, and Colleagues,
Thank you in advance for your referrals or application! Whether staff member or not, we are happy to offer you the $500 referral bonus during your referrals’ 90th day of employment :)!
About ISM:
We were founded in 2004 with a mission to give students the skills necessary for a lifetime enjoyment of music. Our school offers music lessons for various instruments 7 days a week, with over 600+ students enrolled for either in person or virtual lessons and over 25 world class faculty on staff. We offer several unique enrichment programs tailored with student and teacher success in mind, including a 24 level medal achievement program, a practice incentive program, and optional performance opportunities.
Our students also have had the opportunity to perform at professional venues with our Annual World Class Performance Opportunity. For example, we’ve performed at Carnegie Hall in New York in 2017, Kennedy Center in Washington DC in 2018, Segerstrom Center for the Arts in 2019, Colburn School of Music in Downtown Los Angeles in 2023 and 2024. This year, in 2026, we are making our return back to Carnegie Hall!
Thank you, and I look forward to learning more about you or your referral’s strengths!
Cameron Tong
Irvine School of Music, Director
Join Irvine's Fastest-Growing Music School!
Our Current Open Positions:
Pay: $21-25 per hour, (DOE)
Benefits: California sick pay, Cal Savers retirement plan paid training, advancement opportunities, PTO/health benefits for full time only.
Are you a driven, personable, and professional team player with a passion for sales, customer service, and administration? Are you looking for long-term career growth in a role where your contributions truly make a difference?
Join Irvine School of Music’s front desk team, where you’ll play a key role in student enrollment, retention, and school operations, including concerts and special events!
About Us:
Irvine School of Music, established in 2004, has been voted Irvine’s #1 Music School by Parenting OC, has received special recognition from Irvine Mayors Farrah Khan and Sukhee Kang for exceptional contribution to music education and music student enrichment opportunities in the OC community, and is growing – we serve nearly 600 students that come in for weekly private and group lessons!
We are dedicated to offering high-quality music education while nurturing a welcoming and creative environment for students and staff alike. Our students have performed at prestigious venues – including Carnegie Hall, Kennedy Center, Segerstrom Center for the Arts, and Colburn School – and we are looking for new team members to help us continue our growth!
Why You Should Apply:
- Be part of a team that values long-term career growth
- Competitive pay starting at $21-$25/HR DOE + performance-based bonuses.
- Part time and full time options available.
- Full-time benefits (PTO, health insurance, and paid holidays)
- Sales bonuses to reward your hard work in growing our enrollment and preventing withdrawals
- A rewarding, fast-paced environment where your contributions directly impact students’ success.
- You are highly organized and thrive working independently following initial training.
Shifts Available:
- Tuesday-Saturday
- Weekday hours: 3:15 PM – 9:15 PM
- Weekend hours: 8:45 AM – 5:15 PM (first priority shift) or 1 PM – 7 PM (second priority shift)
- Must be able to work Saturdays
- This role requires consistent availability, as reliability is key to supporting students and families.
- Must be able to work Sunday quarterly events, including Open Houses and Winter and Summer Concerts held at local venues
Key Responsibilities Include:
Soft Phone and In-Person Sales
- Use sales scripts to convert leads who’ve already heard about the school, and meet monthly enrollment goals
- Confidently make follow-up calls and engage with prospects
- Conduct facility tours and develop rapport with clients, emphasizing the value of music education
Customer Service & Administrative Support
- Be the welcoming face of ISM—greet families warmly and by name, build relationships, and provide top-notch service
- Retain existing clients/prevent withdrawals by being very knowledgeable about our programs, and meeting monthly drop goals
- Schedule students, process billing, and handle administrative tasks utilizing Opus1.io CRM software
- Keep the school at retail standards; take the lead in keeping the school tidy
- Processing paperwork and various administrative tasks with strong attention to details and accuracy
- Run errands and stock supplies
Social Media & Marketing Support
- Assist in content creation for our social media platforms to promote school events and student achievements
- Use Canva, Google Suite, Instagram tools, MacOS tools to create flyers and marketing materials
Concert, Event, and Community Coordination
- Help plan and work concerts, recitals, open houses, and special events
- Handle event logistics, scheduling, and parent communication
- Ensure smooth backstage operations and a great experience for performer
- Attending Chamber of Commerce events as Brand Ambassador
- Take initiative in getting things done at both the school and concert venue during concert weeks as they are busy and you must be flexible enough to work additional hours outside of your availability during these event weeks
Required Traits:
- You sound great on the phone – enjoy working with sales scripts and are confident in making calls to secure registrations
- You’re great at multitasking, keeping things running smoothly, keep up with lots of details, and ensuring accuracy in all tasks – and thrive in a fast paced environment!
- You have a flair for social media content creation and proficiency in Canva, Google Suite, and all things MacOS
- You thrive on achieving sales targets and are motivated to excel
- You love working with people, building relationships, and providing excellent customer service
- You are punctual and reliable, take initiative, follow through, and bring energy to everything you do
- Assist with the coordination of concerts and special events
Ideal Candidate:
- Outgoing and Great with kids and parents
- Excellent communicator (verbal + written)
- Fast, reliable, and detail-oriented
- Loves music, education, and working with a team
- Comfortable juggling tasks and solving problems with a smile
Ideal Work Experience includes administration, retail, sales, customer service, restaurant, phone customer support, bank teller, salon, medical office, and hospitality.
Some music background is preferred but not required as we will teach you the basics on the job.
Preferred Skills:
- Experience and enthusiasm for data analysis and audits on Google Sheets
- Experience and enthusiasm for planning and working events
- Speaks Mandarin and English fluently as we have many families that speak both (preferred but not required)
- Preference given to candidates who have experience and enthusiasm for contributing to all ISM social media platforms – IG, Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, Google Places
- An enthusiasm for photography to capture happenings in school for social media
To Apply:
Please complete the form below, or alternatively you can email to info@irvineschoolofmusic.com your resume + a short cover letter that includes:
- Your experience in a fast-paced environment
- Your philosophy on working with kids and music education
We can’t wait to meet you!
Explore your potential and help shape the future of music education at the Irvine School of Music!
Join Irvine’s Fastest-Growing Music School as a Part-Time Music Teacher!
- Piano teacher
- Voice teacher
- Guitar teacher
- Drums teacher
- Violin teacher
Are you a passionate and dedicated music instructor looking to inspire the next generation of musicians? Are you committed to lifelong learning and instilling your love of music onto others?
The Irvine School of Music, one of the largest and fastest-growing music schools in Irvine, is seeking qualified Part-Time Teachers to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting chance to be part of a creative and supportive environment! We’re open to candidates who teach any combinations of instruments, and availability.
Preference is given to teachers who can teach or add beginning or all levels piano, although not required.
We will add other days and hours based on your availability!
Position Details:
- Pay: $26 – $32/hr to start, with increases based on student retention.
- Hours: Flexible teaching hours available:
- MON-FRI: 2-9 PM
- SAT/SUN: 9 AM – 5 PM
Teaching Needs: We have immediate openings and can add students to fill your schedule.
Why Teach With Us?
Focus on Teaching:
We handle the administrative tasks like scheduling and tuition, so you can concentrate on what you love—teaching music!
Collaborative Environment:
Join a team of passionate professionals who are committed to ongoing development and support.
Growth Opportunities:
We prioritize your professional development with pedagogy training and pay raises based on student retention.
Consistency & Stability:
Enjoy peace of mind with guaranteed pay for all scheduled lessons, regardless of attendance from your students, ensuring a consistent pay for you.
Your Responsibilities:
- Teach private and/or group lessons
- Communicate effectively with parents and students
- Assign homework and prepare students for recitals
- Create engaging lesson plans
- Attend student recitals and events
- Participate in ongoing pedagogical training
- Develop students through our unique pedagogical methods
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Music (or current enrollment in a music program)
- Willingness to commute to Irvine
- Ability to pass a Federal Background Check
- Fluent in English
- Punctual and dependable
- Passionate about teaching and knowledgeable about reputable teaching methods
- Minimum 12-month commitment for non-substitute positions
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching children ages 5 and up
- Familiarity with both private and group classes
- Ability to teach Jazz and Pop styles alongside Classical
- Master’s degree in your teaching area
- Interest in working with young children in our early childhood program
- Experience with students with learning disabilities (ADHD, ADD, Autism)
- Ability to teach advanced-level students
Benefits:
- California Sick Pay
- Cal Savers Retirement Plan
- You’re paid for canceled classes regardless of student attendance
- Ongoing teacher training to maximize your development as a teacher and student retention
- Free food & snacks
- Wellness resources
Are You Ready to Join Us?
If you’re enthusiastic about music education and ready to be part of a team that values collaboration and respect, we want to hear from you! Our team is committed to the success and happiness of both our teachers and students.
2 Ways to Apply:
- Complete the form below including your cover letter and resume
- Or email your cover letter and resume to info@irvineschoolofmusic.com, including your favorite movie as part of the letter.
Explore your potential and help shape the future of music education at the Irvine School of Music!
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ISM EXPERIENCE
Our real vision as a music school
When it comes to teaching music, our vision here at the Irvine School of Music is different. We empower musical voices. That’s why we don’t sell books or rent instruments. It’s why we cater each and every lesson to each and every musician’s unique goals. Our vision is the music, and from the moment you step inside our studio you’ll feel it.
The faculty is committed to teaching the Irvine School of Music Core Curriculum, which is an integration of healthy technique, listening (aural skills) development, and theoretical knowledge. This strong foundation empowers students with the skills to tackle advanced music as well as a variety of musical idioms, including Classical, Jazz, and Pop.
What makes us stand out is our enrichment programs that are geared towards long term success, which include optional sequenced performance opportunities, unique medal-level programs designed to monitor progress from year to year and incentive programs geared towards motivating students with in-home practice.
Each member of our Faculty is carefully selected based on extensive teaching experience and the ability to work with the specific needs of our students. While music-making is at the heart of the lesson, it is always the unique goals of each student – whether a five-year old beginner piano student, an adult voice student, or budding songwriter – that constitute the focal point of instruction.