Woodwind Instructor

Chambers Music Studio LLC; Bexley (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Curriculum support

Professional development

Performance opportunities

Job summary

Chambers Music Studio LLC in Bexley, Ohio is seeking a passionate Woodwind Instructor to join our teaching team. The role focuses on private or small-group lessons in flute, clarinet, saxophone, and other woodwind instruments, with an emphasis on building strong fundamentals and a love of music in younger students.

Candidates should enjoy working with children and teens, be reliable, and prepared to follow our curriculum.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music preferred but not required.
• Significant experience teaching woodwind instruments.
• Ability to teach beginning through intermediate students.
• Strong communication with students and families.

Responsibilities

• Teach weekly private and/or group woodwind lessons.
• Develop students' tone, technique, rhythm, and reading skills.
• Prepare lessons and communicate progress with families.
• Collaborate with leadership and fellow instructors.
• Follow Chambers curriculum and policies.
• Encourage consistent practice and performance opportunities.

Skills

Woodwind

Teaching

Punctuality

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in music

Job description

Woodwind Instructor

Chambers Music Studio
Location:2738 E. Main St., Bexley, Ohio
Position:Part-Time Woodwind Instructor
Instruments:Flute, Clarinet, Saxophone and/or other woodwind instruments

About Chambers Music Studio

At Chambers Music Studio, our mission isSaving the World Through Music Education.

We believe music education does more than create great musicians. It inspires leaders, strengthens communities, cultivates creativity, develops lifelong skills, and promotes personal growth.

Our goal is to give students an exceptional musical education while creating an environment where students and teachers can grow, take healthy risks, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love of music.

The Position

Chambers Music Studio is seeking an enthusiastic and dependableWoodwind Instructorto join our Bexley teaching team.

This position is ideal for a musician and educator who loves working with children and teens and wants to build a consistent studio of students.

Depending on experience and studio needs, instruction may include:

• Flute
• Clarinet
• Saxophone
• Other woodwind instruments
• Private lessons
• Small-group or ensemble instruction
• Performance preparation

What You'll Do

Woodwind instructors are responsible for providing engaging, high-quality instruction while helping each student develop strong musical foundations and confidence.

Responsibilities include:

• Teach weekly private and/or group woodwind lessons.
• Prepare appropriately for each student's lesson.
• Develop students' tone, technique, rhythm, music reading, musicianship, and performance skills.
• Help students establish effective practice habits and achievable goals.
• Prepare students for studio performances and other musical opportunities.
• Complete lesson notes and communicate clearly with families about student progress.
• Arrive prepared and on time for all scheduled teaching.
• Maintain a professional, encouraging learning environment.
• Participate in required training, observations, meetings, and professional development.
• Collaborate with Chambers leadership and fellow instructors.
• Follow Chambers Music Studio curriculum, policies, procedures, and teaching standards.
• Encourage students to remain engaged in music through consistent progress and meaningful performance experiences.

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who combines excellent musicianship with warmth, reliability, and professionalism.

Strong candidates:

• Have significant experience playing at least one woodwind instrument.
• Are comfortable teaching beginning through intermediate students; advanced teaching ability is a plus.
• Enjoy working with children and teens.
• Communicate clearly with students, families, and team members.
• Are dependable and prepared.
• Are willing to ask questions when they need clarification or support.
• Are coachable and interested in continuing to grow as an educator.
• Can create structure while still making lessons encouraging and engaging.
• Understand that the student and family experience extends beyond what happens during the lesson itself.
• Are comfortable participating in performances and studio events.

A bachelor's degree in music, music education, performance, or a related field is preferred but not required for candidates with strong musical and teaching experience.

Our Culture & Values

How we teach matters, buthow we show up for our students, families, and teammates matters just as much.

Our team is guided by ourCHICS values:

C — Communication
We communicate clearly, respectfully, and proactively. We don't wait for small problems to become big ones. We ask questions when we're unsure, share information that others need, and make sure students and families know what to expect.

H — Hustle with Heart
We work hard because the work matters. We take initiative, look for solutions, and step in when our students or teammates need us—while leading with kindness, empathy, and care.

I — Integrity
We do what we say we're going to do. We take responsibility for our work, own mistakes, protect the trust families place in us, and make decisions based on what's best for our students and the organization.

C — Creativity
Music education shouldn't be one-size-fits-all. We stay curious, adapt when something isn't working, solve problems creatively, and find new ways to help students connect with music.

S — Service
We are here to serve our students, families, teammates, and community. We look beyond the minimum requirements of the job and ask,“How can I make this experience better?”

Growth Is Part of the Job

We believeevery student can grow—and every teacher can grow, too.

You don't have to walk into Chambers knowing everything. You do need to be willing to learn.

That means being coachable, receiving feedback professionally, participating in training, trying new approaches, and being brave enough to say,“I don't know—can you show me?”

Preparation is part of caring. Communication is part of teaching. Asking for help is part of professionalism.

What Professionalism Means at Chambers

Great teaching is only part of creating an exceptional student experience.

Our instructors are expected to be prepared, communicate clearly, and take ownership of their responsibilities. When something unexpected happens, we work together to solve the problem while maintaining a calm and professional experience for our students and families.

We believethe show must go on.

That means being resourceful, asking for help when needed, communicating early, and focusing on solutions rather than bringing behind-the-scenes challenges into the client experience.

Schedule

This is apart-time teaching positionwith the opportunity to grow as student enrollment increases.

Candidates should be able to commit to a consistent weekly teaching schedule. After-school, evening, and/or Saturday availability is especially valuable.

Current openings: Sunday 3-8, Wednesday 3:30-8, Thursday 3:30-8

Why Teach at Chambers?

At Chambers, you're joining more than a collection of independent music teachers. You're joining a team building a structured music education experience designed to support students for years.

Teachers receive curriculum and operational support, professional development, mentorship, performance opportunities for their students, and the opportunity to grow within an expanding music education organization.