Apply to teach at Payam Music

Payam Music will be opening piano schools across the country. If you live in one of the cities or neighborhoods where we’ll be opening in the future, we invite you to submit an application now. If it’s a good mutual fit, the team will reach out closer to the opening date.

The future of teaching

Apply to join our incredible team of piano instructors.

Piano School Director

As Piano School Director, you’ll be the face of Payam Music at your location. You’ll lead a team of 20–30 teachers, manage 150–200 students, and ensure everything runs seamlessly from lesson quality to family communication to staff operations.

This is a hands-on, full-time leadership role for someone who loves working with people, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and can balance big-picture planning with day-to-day problem-solving. You’ll be trusted to make decisions, build strong relationships with families, and help shape the future of Payam Music in your community.

Responsibilities

  • Manage the initial set-up of the school.
  • Lead daily operations and be the go-to problem-solver for staff, students, and parents.
  • Build and mentor a high-performing team of teachers, keeping them motivated and supported.
  • Lead new student orientations which include explaining the Payam Method and performing some pieces for the student.
  • Maintain a warm, welcoming environment for families while ensuring high teaching standards.
  • Manage scheduling, staffing, billing, and other logistics to keep everything running smoothly.
  • Handle parent communication with professionalism and care to make sure families feel heard and valued.
  • Build local relationships with schools and businesses to drive awareness of Payam Music. 
  • Organize events, recitals, and other community-building activities.

You’ll be a great fit if you

  • Have 5+ years of experience in school management, after-school program leadership, or a similar role.
  • Are an exceptional music teacher, ideally with extensive experience teaching piano.
  • Are an excellent communicator who builds strong relationships with staff and families.
  • Are organized, resourceful, and calm under pressure.
  • Love working with kids and care deeply about their growth and success.
  • Are comfortable managing billing, schedules, and staff.
  • Can work evenings and weekends.
  • Play piano at an intermediate level or higher.

If this sounds like you, please complete the application. Reach out to careers@payammusic.com with any questions.