Music Lab Tutor: Elevate Theory & Musicianship

Berklee College of Music; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Berklee College of Music seeks a Music Lab Tutor to provide individualized and small-group tutoring to students in music theory, musicianship, and piano. Tutors support theory concepts, sight reading, rhythm reading, and piano skills, tailoring approaches to diverse learning styles.

Temporary on-campus role with flexible scheduling; prior tutoring is helpful but not required, emphasizing patient, supportive instruction and professionalism.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate excellent musicianship skills and a strong understanding of music theory.
• Strong sight-reading, rhythm-reading, and piano skills.
• Ability to explain musical concepts clearly and effectively.
• Flexible and patient tutoring approach, with understanding of different learning styles.
• Positive, nurturing, patient, and encouraging when working with fellow students.
• Professional, reliable, and strong communication skills.
• Previous tutoring or teaching experience is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small-group tutoring to Theater Division students seeking additional support in music theory and musicianship.
• Assist students with music theory concepts, sight reading, rhythm reading, and piano skills.
• Help students develop effective strategies for strengthening their music literacy and musicianship skills.
• Adapt tutoring approaches to meet a variety of student learning styles and levels of experience.
• Create a positive, patient, and supportive learning environment.
• Communicate with the Coordinator of Theory as needed regarding tutoring needs and scheduling.
• Maintain professionalism and reliability in all scheduled tutoring sessions.

Skills

Music theory

Musicianship

Sight-reading

Rhythm-reading

Piano skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Tutoring experience

Job description

Berklee College of Music seeks a Music Lab Tutor to provide individualized and small-group tutoring to students in music theory, musicianship, and piano. Tutors support theory concepts, sight reading, rhythm reading, and piano skills, tailoring approaches to diverse learning styles.

Temporary on-campus role with flexible scheduling; prior tutoring is helpful but not required, emphasizing patient, supportive instruction and professionalism.