After-School Piano Instructor: Private Lessons for K–12

Léman Manhattan Preparatory School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Léman Conservatory is seeking an experienced piano instructor to teach private lessons to students in grades K-12 after school, typically between 3:30 and 6:30 on weekdays. Successful applicants will complete background checks and related clearances upon hire.

The role emphasizes differentiation, consistent progress, and preparing students for recitals and auditions, with strong communication to families and coordination with the Conservatory team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in piano performance or music education with a piano focus.
• 3+ years of private teaching experience.
• Piano method books, technique training exercises, and repertoire.
• Master’s Degree in piano performance or music education with a piano focus, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach 45-minute private piano lessons for students in grades K-12.
• Differentiate instruction to ensure steady progress for each student.
• Set and communicate weekly practice expectations to students and parents.
• Assign weekly materials including etudes and repertoire.
• Communicate with parents and the Conservatory Coordinator.
• Submit bi-weekly lesson logs to the Conservatory Coordinator.
• Prepare students for annual Conservatory Recital in June.
• Prepare students for auditions or competitions (e.g., NYSSMA, college auditions).
• Maintain professional and proactive communication and reliability.

Skills

Private teaching experience

Piano pedagogy

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in piano performance or music education

Master’s Degree in piano performance or music education (preferred)

Job description

Léman Conservatory is seeking an experienced piano instructor to teach private lessons to students in grades K-12 after school, typically between 3:30 and 6:30 on weekdays. Successful applicants will complete background checks and related clearances upon hire.

The role emphasizes differentiation, consistent progress, and preparing students for recitals and auditions, with strong communication to families and coordination with the Conservatory team.