Inspiring Saxophone Tutor — Visiting Music Teacher

The Kings School in Macclesfield; Macclesfield; On-site; GBP 62,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Teaching room provided

Flexible self-employed arrangement

Grow saxophone provision

Job summary

The King's School in Macclesfield is seeking a Visiting Music Teacher to deliver high-quality saxophone lessons to pupils from beginners to Grade 8. The position is self-employed, with lessons arranged across 1.5 days per week and room for growth within a thriving Music Department.

You will plan engaging lessons, foster technique, theory and performance, and support pupils for examinations and performances throughout the academic year.

Qualifications

• Holds appropriate performance qualifications and has a strong musical background.
• Has appropriate qualifications in music theory.
• Experience teaching musical notation to pupils of different ages and abilities.
• Demonstrates excellent sight-reading and instrumental performance skills.
• Can plan and deliver engaging lessons that support musical development and achievement.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging saxophone lessons to pupils of varying ages and abilities.
• Teach from beginner to Grade 8, developing technique and musicianship.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning objectives.
• Prepare pupils for ABRSM and Trinity examinations where appropriate.
• Assess progress, set targets and write reports.
• Encourage participation in school ensembles, concerts and events.
• Attend school concerts and communicate progress with parents.
• Maintain accurate attendance records and manage weekly timetable.

Skills

Saxophone teaching

Sight-reading

Music theory

Lesson planning

Adapt teaching

Parent communication

Timetable management

Ensemble teaching

Education

Performance qualifications

Music theory qualifications

Job description

The King's School in Macclesfield is seeking a Visiting Music Teacher to deliver high-quality saxophone lessons to pupils from beginners to Grade 8. The position is self-employed, with lessons arranged across 1.5 days per week and room for growth within a thriving Music Department.

You will plan engaging lessons, foster technique, theory and performance, and support pupils for examinations and performances throughout the academic year.