Cello Instructor for Music School

Job Summary

East Valley School of Music (www.evsm.net) is looking to hire a CELLO INSTRUCTOR who is able to teach from our 16-studio music school at 4835 S Arizona Ave., Chandler 85248. East Valley School of Music (www.evsm.net) is the premier music school in the East Valley. We are looking for a music instructor who shares our passion for teaching. We are currently hiring to replace our cello instructor who has been teaching on Saturdays and is moving after May 4th. The school is open from 2:00-8:00 Monday-Friday and 10:00-4:00 Saturday. We hire instructors as independent contractors, not employees.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Teach private cello lessons, primarily to students ages 7 to 17. Teach students how to read music, technique required to play fluently, music theory, and how to perform in front of an audience.
• Teaching group classes opportunities available, but not required.
• Must be organized and use curriculum, but also able to customize to suit the needs of each student.
• Must be a team player, able to follow school policies.

Qualifications and Skills

• Music degree required.
• Must have a minimum of 2 years teaching experience.
• Must have a resume and 1 letter of recommendation from a school, teaching studio, or colleague.
• Must be a U.S. citizen. We cannot hire instructors with temporary work visas.

Benefits

• Pay: $40/hour.
• EVSM provides billing/invoicing customers, office supplies, spacious rooms, student books and materials for parents to purchase on location, and much more.
• EVSM has a 1,600 square foot performance hall for instructors to use for recitals.
• EVSM provides several solo/collaborative performance opportunities for students throughout the year.
• Instructor bio, picture, and resume will be posted on EVSM website.

More about East Valley School of Music:

East Valley School of Music was established in 2006. In addition to group lessons, EVSM offers private lessons for piano, guitar, voice, strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion. Our 4,800 square foot building features 15 teaching rooms, an ensemble room, and a 120-seat capacity performance hall. We are dedicated to providing a strong musical foundation for students of all ages and levels. By using a progressive mix of curriculum and customized private lessons, students learn how to read music fluently, develop technical proficiency, understand fundamental theory concepts, perform in front of an audience, compose their own music, and improvise popular music. Most importantly, EVSM nurtures the love and appreciation of music in every student!

To Apply:

Please e-mail us a few paragraphs about your musical background and your commitment to teaching. Explain why you would be a great addition to our staff. Be sure to attach your resume. We will contact you to set up an interview.

Job Type: Contract

Salary: $40.00 /hour

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Contract Length:

• More than 1 year

Contract Renewal:

• Likely

COVID-19 Precaution(s):

• Personal protective equipment provided
• Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Hours per week:

• 5 - 10

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• People-oriented -- enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 5 – 10 per week

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person