What are the responsibilities and job description for the Private Piano Instructor position at City of Maple Grove?
JOB
The City of Maple Grove Parks & Recreation is looking for dedicated Private Piano Instructors interested in being a part of a community-based Music Program. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in music education and performance, with the ability to teach students instruments such as Piano, Guitar, Woodwinds, and/or Voice lessons. As a Private Music Instructor, you will be responsible for developing lesson plans that cater to the unique needs of each student. Responsible for working with students of all ages and skill levels from beginners to intermediate, and helping them develop their technical skills, musicality, and overall appreciation for music. Come join our growing and diverse community!
**Posting will be open until filled, a apply immediately, interviews are conducted as applications are received** EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
About Maple Grove, MN
Maple Grove is a forward-thinking, thriving community in the northwest suburbs of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. We are home to over 70,000 residents with a projected population of 90,000 by 2040 with 2,500 acres of undeveloped land. The City of Maple Grove is proud to employ over 250 benefit-earning employees, 500 part-time, casual, temporary, seasonal employees, and 100 paid-on-call firefighters to staff our many departments. We provide public safety, public works, community and economic development, parks & recreation, and many other important public services to a growing community.
The PositionThe City of Maple Grove Parks & Recreation is looking for dedicated Private Piano Instructors interested in being a part of a community-based Music Program. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in music education and performance, with the ability to teach students instruments such as Piano, Guitar, Woodwinds, and/or Voice lessons. As a Private Music Instructor, you will be responsible for developing lesson plans that cater to the unique needs of each student. Responsible for working with students of all ages and skill levels from beginners to intermediate, and helping them develop their technical skills, musicality, and overall appreciation for music. Come join our growing and diverse community!
**Posting will be open until filled, a apply immediately, interviews are conducted as applications are received** EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Develop lesson and action plans to assist students in their learning
- Monitoring students’ progress and skill development
- Adapt lessons based on student's needs
- Provide constructive feedback to students as needed or requested
- Document students’ progress, skill set, and capabilities during lessons
- Teach theory of music as applicable
- Maintaining and encouraging a fun and positive atmosphere in lessons
- Coordinates efforts to ensure the City of Maple Grove is a respectful, equitable, inclusive, organization while supporting the City’s mission, vision, and core values
- Demonstrates ability to understand and respect the diversity of customers and co-workers, effectively communicating with individuals of all ages
Knowledge of:
- Strong understanding of music theory, music education, and general music
- Functional knowledge of sheet music composition
Ability to:
- Ability to play the piano or other musical instruments
- Ability to teach others how to play & read music
- Reliable interpersonal skills for one-on-one music instruction
- Communicate effectively with students and their families