Position Title:  Piano Teacher

Status: Part-time

Position Summary:         

Teach individual lessons to piano students at beginning through advanced levels from age 5 and beyond. Midyear progress reports are required along with participation in juries during the spring semester. Adjudicating on the weekly recital series is encouraged once per term. Sundays is a required teaching day with other days being more flexible. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:     

Teach non-college elementary, intermediate, and advanced piano students with an emphasis on basic technique and command of appropriate repertoire.

Evaluate students to determine appropriate skill level.

Recruit and maintain studio of non-college piano students.

Participate in activities such as, but not limited to, departmental student auditions, Friday Night Recital adjudication, juries, progress reports, concerts, workshops, class performances, and faculty meetings.

Cooperate with and encourage students to audition for chamber music chairperson as appropriate.

Assist students with recording sessions for auditions, competitions, etc.

Maintain lesson schedule.

Hold regular studio recitals.

Arrange performance opportunities for students, as appropriate. 

Education and/or Experience Requirements:      

Master degree or higher, or equivalent professional experience preferred with significant interest and experience in teaching piano.

Active performing/studio career preferred.

Ability to contribute to a positive, supportive team environment required.

Ability to work with a diverse student population required.

Good communication skills. 

Other skills and abilities required:

Attend school and departmental events.

Hold parent meetings/conferences to address student problems or issues.

Evaluate students as appropriate.

Perform administrative tasks associated with students’ attendance and performance records.

Provide counseling related to student’s musical development.

Perform other related duties. 

Required Applicant Documents:

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Teaching Philosophy 

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