What are the responsibilities and job description for the Private Violin / Viola / Cello Teacher - Westminster, MD position at Menchey School of Music?
Menchey Music Service, the area's largest family-owned music store, has over 80 studios throughout our 8 locations. We are always looking for qualified teachers to join our Menchey School of Music team.
Due to fast pace growth, we have an opening for a private string (violin / viola / cello) teacher at our Westminster location. This position requires teacher availability on a weekday evening beginning at 4pm or a 4hr block on Saturdays.
Teacher Benefits at Menchey Music. . .
- Clean, safe, private studios.
- Marketing program designed to attract and retain students.
- We handle all the logistics you show up and teach!
- Dedicated Studio Coordinator for extra support.
- Recital opportunities for students.
- Generous employee discount.
Job Summary: As a private string teacher you will primarily offer 1 on 1 private violin, viola, cello, or string bass lessons, and work with our amazing staff to foster a fun environment for students to discover their passion for music! You will be free to focus on developing your students individually while we advertise and support your studio’s growth.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach music to students of all ability levels in a way that makes them excited to learn!
- Communicate effectively with your students and their parents about their progress and needs to help them grow as musicians.
- Work with our staff and community of musicians to build a lesson experience that goes beyond the practice room!
- Use our online scheduler to track student attendance, assign practice, and keep track of your students’ progress.
- Use provided payroll and human resource information system completing weekly timesheets and performing required training and compliance tasks.
Education and Experience
- 2 years of college level music experience, 5 years of music teaching/performance experience, or a combination of both.
- A bachelor's degree (or degree in progress) in music education or performance or a related field from an accredited college or university is preferred.
- Experience working with youth and/or beginner musicians is preferred.
- Specialty in one or more instruments
- Possess a strong competency of music theory
- Must pass an initial background check as well as recurring background checks, which will be completed every 3 years. Continued employment is contingent on clear background checks.
Necessary Competencies
- Effective email communication
- One-on-one teaching
- Organization and time management
- Computer literacy necessary to interact with a digital scheduler
- Outgoing and enthusiastic personality aligned with our culture and mission.
- Patience to work with students of all ages and abilities.
Physical Requirements
Percentage of time during the normal course of business you will be expected to meet these requirements.
- Seeing: 75-100%
- Hearing: 75-100%
- Standing/Walking: 50-74%
- Fingering/Grasping/Feeling: 50-74%
- Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling: 25-49%
Limitations and Disclaimer
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at will” basis.