Private Lesson Teacher Westminster Location

Menchey Music; Westminster (MD); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Clean and safe private studios

Marketing program for attracting students

Dedicated Lesson Coordinator for support

Generous employee discount

Job summary

A local music studio is seeking a private lesson instructor to teach music to students of all ability levels. The role requires effective communication with students and parents, and a passion for fostering a fun learning environment. Ideal candidates have at least two years of college-level music experience or five years of teaching experience. This position offers flexible scheduling, primarily weekday evenings or Saturdays, along with a supportive team atmosphere.

Qualifications

• Two years of college-level music experience or five years of music teaching/performance experience.
• Experience working with youth and/or beginner musicians.

Responsibilities

• Teach music to students of all ability levels.
• Communicate effectively with students and parents about progress.
• Work with staff to build a lesson experience beyond the practice room.
• Use the online scheduler to track student attendance.
• Complete weekly timesheets and compliance tasks.

Skills

Understanding of music concepts and theory

Outgoing and enthusiastic personality

Patience to work with students

Specialty in one or more instruments

Education

Bachelor's degree in music education or performance

Job description

Description

Are you looking to join a vibrant lesson studio to further your teaching career? Menchey Music Service, the area's largest family owned music store, has over 80 studios throughout our 8 locations. We are always looking for qualified teachers to join our Menchey School of Music team.

Due to fast pace growth, we have an opening for a private lesson instructor at all of our Menchey locations.

This position requires teacher availability weekday evenings beginning at 4pm or Saturdays.

Teacher Benefits at Menchey Music

• Clean, safe, private studios with COVID-19 precautions in place.
• Marketing program designed to attract and retain students.
• We handle all the logistics you show up and teach!
• Dedicated Lesson Coordinator and Manager for extra support.
• Recital opportunities for students.
• Ample parking for students and teachers.
• Generous employee discount.

Job Summary

As a private lesson teacher you will primarily offer 1 on 1 private lessons, and work with our amazing staff to foster a fun environment for students to discover their passion for music! You will be free to focus on developing your students individually while we advertise and support your studio’s growth.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach music to students of all ability levels in a way that makes them excited to learn!
• Communicate effectively with your students and their parents about their progress and needs to help them grow as musicians.
• Work with our staff and community of musicians to build a lesson experience that goes beyond the practice room!
• Use our online scheduler to track student attendance, assign practice, and keep track of your students’ progress.
• Use provided payroll and human resource information system completing weekly timesheets and performing required training and compliance tasks.

Requirements

Required education, experience, and abilities

• Two (2) years of college level music experience or five (5) years of music teaching/performance experience or a combination of both.
• Possess an understanding of music concepts and theory and be able to communicate effectively to students of all ages.
• Outgoing and enthusiastic personality aligned with our culture and mission.
• Patience to work with students of all ages and abilities.
• Specialty in one or more instruments.

Preferred education and experience

• A bachelor's degree (or degree in progress) in music education or performance or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience working with youth and/or beginner musicians.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.