Guitar Teacher Prairie Village KS

Ensemble Performing Arts; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits options

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Ensemble Performing Arts is looking for a part-time instructor (guitar/voice/piano) to teach at Music House School of Music in Prairie Village and Overland Park, KS. The role involves instructing private lessons and leading group classes, focusing on student engagement and performance preparation.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in music and demonstrate teaching experience. Pay ranges from $24 to $28 per hour, with health benefits and a 401(k) plan available after 30 days.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of teaching experience, preferable group teaching.
• Performance experience in both individual and ensemble settings.
• Reliability and punctuality are required.

Responsibilities

• Teach private lessons tailored to students' strengths.
• Lead group classes in accordance with the curriculum.
• Assist in community events such as recitals and concerts.

Skills

Teaching experience

Excellent communication skills

Proficiency in technology

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in music education or performance

Job description

About the Position

Ensemble Schools is seeking an experienced and professional guitarist or guitar/voice/piano instructor to teach part-time at Music House School of Music in Prairie Village and Overland Park. Teachers will instruct in person, primarily on Monday and Thursday nights between 3-9 pm. Ability to teach Early Childhood (ages 4-5) group classes is highly beneficial.

General Teacher Duties

• Teaching private lessons that build on the strengths and interests of the student.
• Leading group classes through the Music House curriculum.
• Attending monthly faculty meetings.
• Assisting with three community events per year (recitals, jam sessions, faculty concerts).
• Communicating and interacting with parents, fellow teaching faculty, and administrative staff.
• Tracking student attendance and maintaining detailed teaching notes.
• Signing students up for and preparing them for group and individual performances.
• Creating and/or following lesson plans and teaching guides.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in music education or performance is preferred.
• At least one year of teaching experience. Group teaching experience is a plus.
• Performance experience in both individual and ensemble settings.
• Excellent communication skills (writing, speaking, and listening).
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient using technology including computers, mobile devices, internet browsers, and various online applications.
• Appreciation for punctuality, reliable transportation, and the ability to pass a routine background check.

Instructor pay is commensurate with experience and will be in the range of $24-$28 per hour. Health benefits options and a 401(k) with employer match are available for all part- and full-time employees at Ensemble after 30 days of employment.

This posting is for Music House School of Music at Prairie Village and Overland Park, KS locations. Music House teachers are members of a team of over 25 teachers and 10 administrators who work collectively toward the development of a strong organization.

Job Type

Part-time

Pay

$24-$28 per hour