Clarinet Instructor

Flint Institute of Music; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Employee discounts

401k eligible

Job summary

The Flint School of Performing Arts (FSPA), part of the Flint Institute of Music, invites applications for a Clarinet Instructor. You will teach and coach students across ages and levels, guiding technique, tone, and performance readiness in a collaborative Wind Department setting.

The position emphasizes engaging instruction, strong communication with families, and smooth lesson scheduling. A bachelor’s degree and teaching experience are preferred, with competitive hourly pay and flexible

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music or related teaching field preferred.
• Experience teaching diverse styles of music preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction and coaching for all ages from beginning through advanced levels.
• Guide students using a variety of teaching methods and materials.
• Ensure students are performance-ready and translate practice into public presentations.
• Establish rapport with students and families and manage lesson scheduling.
• Coordinate with office staff and adhere to FIM policies and procedures.
• Participate in community building and outreach efforts.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Teaching diverse styles of music

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music or related field

Job description

About The Opportunity

The Flint School of Performing Arts (FSPA) is looking for a driven, dedicated, and enthusiastic

The Flint School of Performing Arts (FSPA) is looking for a driven, dedicated, and enthusiastic Clarinet Instructor. Under the direction of the Wind Department Chair, the Clarinet Instructor provides instruction and coaching for all ages from beginning through advanced levels.

Instruction and Mentorship

• Guide students using a variety of teaching methods and materials that foster growth and creative exploration.


• Provide expert music instruction, including demonstration during lessons.


• Ensure students are performance-ready and understand the process of translating practice work into a public presentation.


• Establish a good rapport with students and families, encouraging open discussion.


• Administrative


• Manage logistics, including but not limited to: communication with FSPA office staff, lesson scheduling, registration, and regular communication with students and families.


• Adhere to all FIM policies and procedures set forth.

Community Building

• Foster an inclusive, student-centered environment that supports risk-taking, mutual respect, and creative expression.


• Support outreach and communication efforts to help raise awareness, engage new participants, and connect the work of the Flint School of Performing Arts to the broader community.


• Model curiosity, openness, and professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in the field and related teaching experience preferred


• Experience teaching diverse styles of music preferred


• Strong interpersonal skills


• Effective communication skills

Compensation And Benefit Information

• Competitive Pay


• Flexible Schedule


• Employee Discounts


• 401k Eligible


• Non-exempt


• Rate: $30.68 – $32.16/hour

The Flint School of Performing Arts, fully certified by the National Guild for Community Arts Education, offers programs in music and dance for more than 3,500 students of all ages and levels each year. The Flint School of Performing Arts offers tuition assistance.

• The Flint Institute of Music is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered foremploymentwithout attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status**