Trumpet Instructor: Private Lessons & Recital Mentorship

Punahou School; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 75,768,000 - 89,544,000; Full time

Job summary

Punahou School’s Extended Learning Programs offer rich after-school opportunities in a broad educational program. The Music School seeks passionate teachers to deliver private trumpet instruction and nurture students’ musical growth.

Responsibilities include assessing students, planning lessons, selecting repertoire, and keeping detailed feedback for progress. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in music (master’s preferred) with 3 years of private-teaching experience, strong communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music or combination of education and experience.
• Three years of successful teaching experience in a private setting preferred.
• Demonstrated performance and teaching skills.
• An enthusiasm for music and an ability to inspire students’ life-long love and learning of music.
• A willingness to collaborate with fellow teaching colleagues and develop professionally.

Responsibilities

• Instruct private trumpet lessons.
• Assess students.
• Plan and organize resources for lessons.
• Select appropriate repertoire for lessons and exams.
• Adapt teaching methods to individual student needs.
• Provide an engaging range of activities to develop musical and technical abilities.
• Set clear goals for student progress and self-assessment.
• Complete written feedback reports and assessments.
• Encourage students to perform in weekly and studio recitals.
• Organize annual studio or inter-studio recitals.
• Communicate with parents and academic staff and network to maintain contacts.
• Teach with the use of technology when appropriate.
• Keep up-to-date knowledge of pedagogy research and resources.
• Be active in professional organizations and the music teaching community.

Skills

Enthusiasm for music

Inspire students’ love of music

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Punahou School’s Extended Learning Programs offer rich after-school opportunities in a broad educational program. The Music School seeks passionate teachers to deliver private trumpet instruction and nurture students’ musical growth.

Responsibilities include assessing students, planning lessons, selecting repertoire, and keeping detailed feedback for progress. Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree in music (master’s preferred) with 3 years of private-teaching experience, strong communication