Instructor, Piano and Voice

Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City; Leawood (KS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Kansas City seeks an instructor to teach private piano and voice lessons, from beginner to advanced levels, to students from elementary age through adult. The role involves 30-minute sessions, afternoons, and potential Sundays for program leadership.

You will schedule, track attendance, and coordinate performances with the Arts Education Director, while fostering artistic growth and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of teaching experience, preferably with school-age students.
• Ability to prepare curriculum for music subjects.
• Flexible, creative, and capable of meeting diverse student needs.
• Proficient with basic computer tools (email, time clock).
• Knowledge of Jewish culture or willingness to learn.
• Excellent verbal communication and relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Teach private piano and voice lessons (30-minute sessions) to a range of ages.
• Promote artistic growth and stay current on teaching styles.
• Coordinate with supervisor on cancellations and scheduling.
• Record and submit attendance weekly.
• Maintain a clean space and collaborate with others.
• Attend mandatory meetings/trainings.
• Coordinate final performances and showcases with the Director, Arts Education.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum development

Verbal communication

Relationship building

Creativity

Flexibility

Music knowledge

Job description

Description

The Instructor teaches private lessons, beginner through advanced, to students elementary school age through adult.

Description

The Instructor teaches private lessons, beginner through advanced, to students elementary school age through adult.

Schedule

Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday 4-6:30pm with potential for more. 30-minute private lessons are scheduled throughout the week during afternoon and evening hours and run year-round. Hours vary and are set before each session. Plus 3-5 Sundays per semester would work as Musical Director for our Stages program.

Essential Functions

• Teach in a manner that promotes artistic growth from participants
• Stay current on teaching styles and music trends to implement in the lessons
• Work with supervisor to communicate cancelations & scheduling
• Record and submit attendance records weekly
• Maintain a clean and organized area to work with others using the space
• Attend mandatory meetings/trainings
• Communicate openly and clearly with families
• Coordinate and implement final performances & showcases with the Director, Arts Education.

Requirements

• 1-2 years prior teaching experience, preferably teaching elementary-high school students
• Ability to prepare curriculum for subject matter
• Flexibility, creativity and ability to meet student needs in terms of goals, levels, and areas of interest
• Able to use basic computer technology such as email and time clock
• Knowledge of Jewish culture, values and traditions or willingness to learn
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Able to build positive relationships with a diverse group of students

Physical Requirements

• Able to demonstrate piano and voice techniques
• Able to move some supplies as needed, up to about 25lbs.

About The J

The mission of The J is to build a strong, vibrant and inclusive community that enhances wellness, meaning and joy based on Jewish values, heritage and culture. The J operates on these values:

• Welcoming + Inclusive - We are welcoming, inclusive and nurturing. We invite all to join us in making connections and lifelong friendships.
• Building Community - We believe in the strength of community and we seek to cultivate a sense of belonging in all we do.
• Enriching Mind + Body + Soul - We help individuals live a physically, intellectually, and emotionally healthy lifestyle.
• Passing on Jewish Culture + History - We celebrate and pass on the values, culture, history, and traditions of the Jewish people.
• Treat Others As You Wish To Be Treated - We treat everyone with respect, dignity and loving kindness.