Student Worker: Music- Piano Academy Teacher

Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University Piano Academy invites applications for a Student Worker to teach piano to enrolled students in Commerce, Texas. The role involves delivering up to 13 lessons per semester, preparing each class, and maintaining a professional, encouraging teaching environment.

You will support academy goals, attend events, and maintain clear communications with students and families, while upholding university policies.

Qualifications

• Be fully admitted to a graduate program (not provisional or non‑degree)
• Be in good standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Be enrolled in courses each term of the assistantship
• Meet specific credit hour and subject requirements for teaching or lab roles
• Non‑native English speakers must demonstrate language proficiency
• Research assistants must complete Responsible Conduct in Research training
• Work up to 20 hours per week, depending on the appointment
• May have teaching or research assignments, or provide administrative support

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned Piano Academy student according to level and goals
• Provide 13 lessons per semester and prepare for each session
• Attend Piano Academy events and performances
• Communicate professionally with students, families and piano faculty
• Support the educational and performance goals of the Piano Academy

Skills

Language proficiency

Time management

Education

Graduate program admission

Job description

Job Title

Student Worker: Music- Piano Academy Teacher Agency East Texas A&M University Department Music Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCommerce, Texas Job TypeStudent Worker

Job Description

Piano Academy Teachers Duties and Responsibilities: Teach the assigned Piano Academy student according to the student's level, needs, and instructional goals. Provide 13 individual piano lessons per semester. Prepare appropriately for each lesson and maintain a professional and encouraging teaching environment. Attend all Piano Academy events and performances in which Academy students are participating. Communicate professionally with Piano Academy students, families, and piano faculty as appropriate. Support the educational and performance goals of the East Texas A&M University Piano Academy. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer. Welcome to East Texas A&M University, where We Transform Lives. That transformation can begin right here with student employment. Whether you are an undergraduate student worker, a work-study student, or a graduate assistant, on-campus employment offers the opportunity to gain valuable experience, build professional skills, and earn income while pursuing your education. As a proud Lion, your success is our mission. Student worker positions are part-time roles available throughout the university in a variety of departments and offices. These roles help students gain hands-on experience in a professional setting. May work up to 19 hours per week while classes are in session May work full-time during breaks and summer if enrolled for the upcoming fall Must not work during scheduled class times Open to all actively enrolled students regardless of financial aid status Students do not need to be enrolled during summer if they plan to return in the fall Work-study positions are need-based jobs funded through federal or state financial aid programs and allow students to earn money to help pay for educational expenses. Must be awarded federal or state work-study through Financial Aid May work up to 19 hours per week during the semester May work full-time during breaks and summer if returning in the fall Must not work during scheduled class times Positions are limited to the amount awarded and must follow program guidelines Graduate assistantships offer opportunities to teach, conduct research, or assist in academic departments while continuing your graduate education.

To qualify, students must:

• Be fully admitted to a graduate program (not provisional or non‑degree)
• Be in good standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Be enrolled in courses each term of the assistantship
• Meet specific credit hour and subject requirements for teaching or lab roles
• Non‑native English speakers must demonstrate language proficiency
• Research assistants must complete Responsible Conduct in Research training
• Work up to 20 hours per week, depending on the appointment
• May have teaching or research assignments, or provide administrative support