PartTime Piano Teacher Pacific Piano School

Ensemble Performing Arts; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 71,635; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) program with employer matching

Health, vision, and dental benefits available

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

A collaborative music education organization in San Jose is seeking a dedicated piano instructor for a part-time role. The ideal candidate will have experience in teaching private lessons and potentially music theory classes. With a competitive pay between $40-$52 per hour, this position allows for flexible scheduling and consistency for students. Join a supportive team committed to excellence in arts education.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated teaching experience, particularly with young musicians.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to pass a standard background check.
• Willingness to teach music theory classes and piano group classes.

Responsibilities

• Teach piano in-person, including private and group classes.
• Maintain consistent scheduling and clear communication with students.
• Help students prepare for ABRSM or MTAC examinations.

Skills

Teaching music theory

Private piano lessons

Strong foundation in music

Reliable communication

Preparing for ABRSM/MTAC exams

Education

Degree in piano performance or pedagogy

Job description

Overview

About the Position
Pacific Piano School is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and professional piano instructor for a part-time, in-person teaching position.

We are looking for educators who are passionate about teaching and committed to supporting student growth through structured, high-quality instruction. Teachers may set their own schedules within our open hours; however, we prioritize consistency for both students and staff. Preference will be given to candidates with greater availability. This position will inherit students from a departing teacher, between 15-20 hours per week and can expect to increase with student enrollment. Desired start date is June 2025.

Responsibilities

• Teach piano in-person, including private lessons and the potential to teach music theory classes and piano group classes.

• Maintain consistent scheduling and clear communication with students and families.

• Help students prepare for ABRSM or MTAC Certificate of Merit examinations (preferred).

• Collaborate with the school to support student growth and a well-rounded musical education.

Qualifications

• A strong foundation in music, supported by a degree in piano performance, pedagogy, or equivalent professional experience.

• Demonstrated teaching experience, particularly with young musicians.

• A professional and reliable approach to scheduling and communication.

• A willingness to teach music theory classes and piano group classes.

• Experience preparing students for ABRSM or MTAC Certificate of Merit examinations (preferred).

• Reliable transportation and the ability to pass a standard background check.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay of $45–$52 per hour for private lessons, based on experience.

• 401(k) program with employer matching after 90 days of employment.

• Health, vision, and dental benefits available to full-time and part-time instructors.

About Us

Ensemble Schools is a collaborative network of community-driven Music & Dance schools. While each school maintains its unique identity, they share resources to ensure collective success. Pacific Piano School provides exceptional music education to students of all ages in San Jose, California and surrounding areas. Our faculty is composed of experienced musicians and educators committed to nurturing artistry, discipline, and lifelong appreciation for music. We emphasize a well-rounded approach that balances technical development with creative expression, and we strive to cultivate a professional yet supportive learning environment.

Our website: ensembleschools.com/pacific-piano/

Who We Are

Our mission is to provide excellence in arts education through excellence in administration. Our values include:

• Stewardship: We are caretakers of our local businesses and communities, helping them thrive by making it easy for our teachers to cultivate an enriching learning experience for students.
• Growth: Our teachers are integral to our success, and we are committed to their professional growth. As an ever-growing partnership of music and dance schools, we seek to increase the high-quality resources provided to our schools and teachers.
• Stagehands: Our Shared Services team runs in the background to support our schools. By doing this, we champion our teachers and students to be the real stars of the show!

How to Apply

Please send a resume and brief cover letter to Rachel Stoltz through this portal to apply for this position. Diversity is a strength of our artistic community, and we invite all those meeting the above criteria to apply.

Job Type: Part-time, 15-20 hours weekly

Pay: $40-48 per hour