PT Private Lesson Instructor

Berkeley; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to professional development resources

Robust employee wellness program

Living in vibrant Tampa Bay Area

Grant-funded travel opportunities

Job summary

An independent educational institution in Tampa is looking for Part-Time Private Lesson Instructors for various instruments. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's in Music Education, excellent music pedagogy skills, and experience in individual instruction. This role involves providing tailored private lessons, fostering musical growth, and communicating with families. This position offers a collaborative environment within a committed team, perfect for inspiring young musicians.

Qualifications

• Must inspire students and meet educational standards.
• Demonstrated expertise in teaching music.
• Prior experience with private lessons.

Responsibilities

• Provide weekly on-campus instruction to students.
• Tailor lessons to individual needs.
• Communicate regularly with families and directors.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Expertise in pedagogy

Diverse musical styles

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Thank you for your interest in Berkeley Preparatory School. Berkeley is home to approximately 300 faculty and staff members who are passionate about preparing students to become lifelong learners. The school takes pride in hiring dynamic and dedicated professionals who are among the finest in their areas, and we invest in our employees in myriad ways. Scroll further down the page to explore some perks of working at Berkeley, including:

• access to copious professional development resources and benefits
• a robust employee wellness program
• living in the vibrant Tampa Bay Area
• grant-funded travel opportunities

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Location: Tampa, FL

Job Id:249

# of Openings:1

Berkeley Preparatory School - a school free of government interference located in beautiful Tampa, Florida.

Founded in 1960, Berkeley Preparatory School is an independent, co-educational, Episcopal affiliated college preparatory school with a current enrollment of 1,400 students in grades Pre‑K through 12. Notably, the school operates completely free of interference from state and local governments. Employees at Berkeley are amongst the most well‑compensated in the industry and are supported assiduously in tangible and intangible ways.

At Berkeley, we seek to educate the whole child by nurturing students’ intellectual, emotional, spiritual, and physical development so they may attain their highest potential. We are committed to providing an inclusive and diverse learning community that develops the character of and a strong sense of social responsibility in each student.

Berkeley is located on a beautiful and well‑equipped 86‑acre campus, consisting of 29 state‑of‑the‑art buildings. Our proud mascot is the Buccaneer. Graduates are passionate, well‑rounded individuals who have learned the core values of discipline, diligence and integrity while mastering a rigorous, engaging curriculum and enjoying a myriad of co‑curricular opportunities.

The tax advantages of living in Florida are significant, and the Tampa Bay region offers an incomparable lifestyle replete with sunshine, year‑round outdoor activity, and rich culture. Safe and easy to navigate, Tampa Bay is a wonderful place to make a life.

Part‑Time Private Lesson Instructors – Conservatory of Music

Berkeley Preparatory School is seeking music instructors to provide private lessons, on‑campus, on all instruments and voice types. Please note, these teaching opportunities are adjunct positions and will vary based on student interest and demand.

The ideal candidate for any instructional positions must be committed to inspiring and guiding our eager young musicians and will meet the minimum responsibilities and requirements listed below.

Responsibilities:

• Provide weekly, on‑campus, individual instruction to students ranging from beginning through advanced levels, including All‑State caliber musicians.
• Tailor lessons to meet the needs of each student, fostering technical growth, musicality, and independent musicianship.
• Communicate regularly with students, families, ensemble directors, and the Conservatory Directors to support overall student development.
• Create a positive and supportive learning environment that inspires students to achieve their full potential.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in pedagogy, and in diverse musical styles, including popular music.
• Prior experience teaching private lessons to students of varied ability levels and varied musical interests.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualities:

• Experience preparing students for auditions (e.g., All‑State, youth ensembles, college entrance).
• A collaborative spirit and interest in contributing to a thriving school music community.

Private lessons are generally offered during after‑school hours beginning at 3:30p.m. Weekend lessons are also options for those instructors and students who share mutual availability.

Specific instructor needs will be posted on the Careers at Berkeley website page. If you do not see a listing for the instrument that you teach but would like to be considered for a position once a need arises, please feel free to send us your resume via the link below.

All inquiries and nominations are kept confidential.

Berkeley Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, or national or ancestral origin in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, athletic and other School-administered programs, or in the administration of its hiring and employment practices. The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Berkeley Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Berkeley Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, religion, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, national or ancestral origin, or any other status protected by law, in the administration of its educational policies, scholarship programs, athletic programs, and other Berkeley-administered programs, or in the administration of its hiring and employment practices. Click here to learn more about diversity and inclusion.

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