Piano Teacher

Dixon Hall; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Piano Teacher to inspire and educate children and youth in music. This part-time, permanent role offers the chance to make a significant impact in the community, especially in Regent Park, Moss Park, and South Cabbagetown. The ideal candidate will have prior piano teaching experience and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. Responsibilities include providing engaging lessons, monitoring student progress, and preparing students for exams and performances. Join a dedicated team that values diversity and inclusion, and help shape the next generation of musicians.

Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching the piano is essential.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide an enjoyable and educational music experience for students.
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods as necessary.
• Prepare students for competitions and public events.

Skills

Piano Teaching

Musical Ability

Communication Skills

Engagement with Students

Knowledge of Music Styles

Education

Post-secondary Education in Music

Tools

Basic Computer Literacy

Job description

Employment Type: Part-time (permanent)

Department: Music School

Union: Included (CUPE Local 2497)

Salary: $27.09/hr

File #: 25-MS-13 (1 OPEN)

Posting Date: May 5, 2025

Posting Close: May 19, 2025

The Piano Teacher is required to work Mondays 4pm-8pm.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Manager, Music School, the Piano Teacher is responsible for providing music education to children and youth primarily from the Regent Park, Moss Park, and South Cabbagetown community.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide an enjoyable and educational experience of music for every student.
2. Monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods and materials when necessary.
3. Encourage and guide students to prepare adequately for RCM exams.
4. Attend all scheduled lessons, classes, and/or rehearsals punctually (i.e., arrive before the student).
5. Notify the Music School Director/Manager of any student's learning challenges, physical conditions, or other problems related to violence, illicit drug use, crime, or other factors in their home and neighborhood environment, as well as attendance issues.
6. Consult with parents regularly.
7. Prepare students for competitions, public events, RCM exams, and recitals.
8. Encourage students to utilize the school's resources such as additional lessons, camps, and concert tickets.
9. Adhere to all agency guidelines and policies; attend staff meetings and workshops when possible.
10. Maintain weekly attendance records of students.
11. Request necessary teaching materials.
12. Notify the Music School Director/Manager of teaching absences as early as possible.
13. Communicate with parents and keep them updated on students' progress.
14. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior experience teaching the piano.
• Post-secondary education in music.
• Musical and teaching ability.
• Knowledge of and experience applying principles of teaching children and youth (considered an asset).
• Ability to engage, communicate, work with, and maintain relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to teach various music styles and approaches.
• Commitment to professional conduct and ethics.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills; additional languages relevant to the community are an asset.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Canada.
• Ability to provide a Vulnerable Sector Screening check with a satisfactory result.
• Up-to-date COVID-19 vaccination with an approved vaccine in Canada.

Dixon Hall is committed to fostering an inclusive environment guided by their Race Relations and Employment Equity Policies. Candidates requiring accommodations during the interview process should inform the hiring team. They actively encourage applications from marginalized communities, including Indigenous peoples, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community or those with lived experiences of homelessness.