Piano Teacher

ABC MUSIC; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

ABC MUSIC in Melbourne, VIC is seeking a dedicated Piano Teacher (part-time, on-site) to deliver engaging lessons at its studios and partner schools.

You will plan and conduct individual and group sessions, teach music theory alongside practical piano skills, assess student progress, and provide constructive feedback to learners and caregivers, while maintaining an inclusive classroom environment and preparing students for performances or exams.

Qualifications

• Proficient piano playing and teaching technique.
• Experience tailoring lessons to different ages and learning styles.
• Solid grounding in music theory and its classroom application.
• Formal music qualifications such as degree or diploma in Music Performance or Education.
• Prior teaching experience with children in school or studio settings.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for caregivers and students.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct individual and group piano lessons.
• Teach music theory alongside practical piano skills.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Maintain a positive, inclusive classroom environment.
• Prepare students for performances or exams and collaborate with staff to enhance program quality.

Skills

Piano playing

Piano pedagogy

Music theory

Music education

Experience teaching children

Communication skills

On-site Melbourne

Education

Degree in Music Performance or Music Education

Job description

Company Description ABC MUSIC, part of the ABC Music Group founded in 2006, delivers high-quality and affordable music lessons in a fun, supportive environment for primary school students. The organization provides curriculum-based and instrumental programs with no financial outlay for participating schools, focusing on building a strong musical foundation in the public and catholic primary school sectors. Guided by core values of quality, excellence, passion, creativity, dedication, patience, and outstanding teaching, ABC MUSIC emphasizes both skill development and enjoyment. Its experienced music teachers hold degrees in music performance and teach students of all ages and levels. In addition to school programs, ABC MUSIC operates three studios in Camberwell, Richmond, and Williamstown, serving Melbourne’s CBD and surrounding suburbs.

Role Description The Piano Teacher will deliver engaging piano lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels, following ABC MUSIC’s curriculum and teaching standards. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning and conducting individual and group lessons, teaching music theory alongside practical piano skills, assessing student progress, and providing constructive feedback to learners and caregivers. The role involves maintaining a positive, inclusive classroom environment, preparing students for performances or exams, and collaborating with other music staff to enhance program quality. This is a part-time, on-site role based in Melbourne, VIC, with teaching primarily conducted at ABC MUSIC studios and partner primary schools.

Qualifications

• Strong practical skills in Piano Playing and Piano performance, with the ability to demonstrate technique clearly and accurately.
• Expertise in Piano Education and Piano pedagogy, including experience tailoring lessons to different ages and learning styles.
• Solid grounding in Music Theory, with the ability to integrate theory into practical piano instruction.
• Background in Music Education, including lesson planning, classroom management, and assessment of student progress.
• Formal music qualifications such as a degree or diploma in Music Performance, Music Education, or a related field.
• Prior teaching or tutoring experience with children and young learners, ideally in a school or studio environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a patient, encouraging, and inclusive teaching approach.
• Ability to work on-site in Melbourne, VIC, and reliably travel between studios and participating schools as required.