← Careers

We're Always Looking for Great Educators

No opening posted for your instrument? Introduce yourself anyway — we love meeting passionate educators who could be a fit.

Don't see your instrument? Introduce yourself anyway.

Great teachers are the heart of the Dallas Academy of Music & Performing Arts — so even when there's no specific opening posted, we love meeting passionate educators who could be a fit for our Snider Plaza studio. If you inspire students and love what you teach, we want to hear from you.

Disciplines we teach

Voice · Piano · Guitar · Bass · Drums & Percussion · Violin & Viola · Songwriting · Music Theory · Early Childhood Music · Musical Theatre · Acting for TV & Film — and if your specialty isn't listed, tell us anyway.

What we're looking for

  • Genuine passion for teaching and for your art form
  • Experience with students across ages and levels
  • Warm, clear communication and a gift for motivating students
  • A collaborative spirit that fits a supportive, creative team
  • Willingness to complete a federal background check

Why teach at DAMPA

  • Competitive pay based on your experience and qualifications
  • Medical insurance for full-time teachers — DAMPA covers 50% of your monthly premium
  • Room to grow, with ongoing professional development
  • Beautiful, well-equipped studios and resources
  • A collaborative team that genuinely cares — about students and each other

Ready to make music with us?

Introduce yourself — hit Apply, tell us what you teach, and share your résumé, a short bio, and a demo video. We'd love to meet you.

Ready to join the team? We’d love to hear from you.

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