Music Teacher

Philaculture; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Philaculture is seeking friendly, talented musicians to teach in-home music lessons in the Philadelphia area. You will work with kids of all ages and skill levels, focusing on piano, voice, guitar, and more. Training is provided if you lack teaching experience, and you’ll join a supportive community of musicians.

As a W-2 employee, you’ll enjoy flexible scheduling, workman’s comp, unemployment, and social security benefits while helping students develop musical skills in a home setting.

Qualifications

• Has several years musical training/experience with at least basic piano skills.
• Can sight read music at least at a basic level.
• Has passion and enthusiasm for working with kids.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-home lessons (piano, voice, guitar, etc.) to kids of all ages and skill levels.
• Prepare engaging materials and activities and track student progress.

Skills

Piano skills

Sight reading

Kids enthusiasm

Reliable vehicle

Job description

Ready to make music, and make a difference? Can you play piano, guitar, violin or sing?

We’re looking for flexible, creative, and responsible musicians to teach in-home lessons on piano, voice, guitar, and more to kids of all ages and skill levels.No teaching experience? No problem – we’ll train you!

Be part of a true community.With Meridee Winters you won't be on your own. You can gather and collaborate with our dynamic and diverse community of gigging musicians, composers and music lovers. You will jam in monthly workshops, brainstorm new teaching ideas, solve problems and grow as musicians and educators together. (And yes, many a band has formed as a result of our teacher workshops!) Musicians of all backgrounds, races, and genders, are welcome, safe, and supported here at MW!

Our Story. .
Since 1990, Meridee Winters School of Music has inspired thousands of Main Line students with convenient and creative in-home music lessons. Our playful yet practical approach is customized for each student's personality and interests. Meridee's method offers a unique mix of innovative and user-friendly materials, including over 600 resources: dynamic games, skill drills, creative activities, songwriting labs, and lesson books. You'll get training and access to this as a teacher of the school.

We Are:

A real school, comprised of real, caring, creative humans (look us up!)

A creative teaching *community*

Champions of creativity and student expression

Adventurous learners, playful creators, and courageous performers

Known and loved in the community - We are Main Line Parent Love Award Winners

How we are different:

We are NOT a Franchise, Chain, or Instrument Store

We are W-2 employment, NOT independent contractors. As a W-2 employee, you have a flexible customized schedule and the security of workmen's comp, unemployment, and social security.

MW Music Teacher Benefits:

Flexible hours and schedule (works great for those with daytime commitments or who gig on the weekends)

Monthly Driving Stipend for traveling to students' homes

Friendly and supportive office staff

Access to fun and engaging materials and games

Exclusive training on the MW Music Method

W-2 payroll employment (meaning you won't end up owing an arm and leg come tax time!)

Connection to a warm, welcoming community of talented and creative musicians

Opportunity to work with amazing, supportive Main Line Families!

Qualifications. Our ideal candidate:

Has several years musical training/experience with at least basic piano skills (as that's our most popular instrument)

Can sight read music at least at a basic level (Not sure? Reach out - we can send you a piece of sample music to look over and see if it's playable for you.)

Has passion and enthusiasm for working with kids (but it's ok if you don't have teaching experience – we train!)

Access to a reliable vehicle (our lessons are taught in students' homes)

Do you have access to a reliable vehicle? (Our lessons are in-home)

Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance
The Philadelphia Building
1315 Walnut Street, Suite 1101
Philadelphia, PA 19107
email: [e-mail]