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Music Instruction 
Award-winning music lessons, ensembles, and group classes for aspiring musicians of all ages and skill levels — children, teens, and adults.
Early Childhood 
Morning & Full-Day Preschool programs with a full, child-centered curriculum of creative specials like music, science, drama, social and emotional learning, and more!
Music Therapy 
Established in 1966, our pioneering Center for Music Therapy (CMT) uses guided music experiences to help individuals meet life's challenges.
BOP STOP 
BOP STOP at The Music Settlement is Cleveland's premier listening room: an intimate, acoustically pristine performance venue with sweeping views of Lake Erie.
Careers
Careers
Thank you for your interest in a career at The Music Settlement. Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes. All opportunities will be posted below with instructions about how to apply.
Founded in 1912, The Cleveland Music School Settlement (dba The Music Settlement (TMS)) was built on the ideals of inclusiveness and opportunity for all using music as the common language. TMS has grown from its foundation of music instruction, to also offering early childhood education and music therapy services. In 2018, TMS expanded its mission with the construction of a second campus in the near west side Ohio City neighborhood. Through our three Centers –Music, Early Childhood, and Music Therapy – and our Bop Stop performance venue, TMS caters to a diverse clientele that spans a lifetime.
Our Mission: To inspire and welcome all to our music and arts community to learn, create, celebrate, and heal.
Our Vision: To unlock the potential in everyone.
Full-Time / Part-Time
Classification: Openings for part and/or full-time, exempt, position for the 2025-2026 academic school year (August 2025 - June 2026). The position may be at either our Ohio City or University Circle campus and is on-site with no remote option available. Full-time role is benefits eligible (employees may elect health, dental, and/or vision coverage, and will be entitled to PTO and other employer-paid coverage). Part-time role is not benefits eligible and will be...
Part Time
Early Childhood Substitute Teacher
The Music Settlement has flexible openings for Early Childhood Classroom Substitute Teachers. Established in 1955, The Music Settlement has earned a reputation for excellence in all aspects of early childhood education and is recognized as one of the outstanding preschool programs in Northeast Ohio. The program has a strong emphasis on the arts, literacy and science. RESPONSIBILITIES: Facilitate activities, implement class routines, supervise classroom and engage children ages 3 – 5...
Part Time
Piano Instructor -- Suzuki and Traditional
The Piano Instructor – Suzuki and Traditional advances and supports the mission of The Music Settlement through the following actions: Inspiring and encouraging students on their paths of musical growth. Imparting a sound pedagogy derived from education and experience. Compliance with The Music Settlement’s policies regarding attendance, communication, and reporting. Classification: Part Time (under 30 hours per week). Reports to: Chair of the Center for Music and the Suzuki Department Head Essential duties and responsibilities: Inspiring and...