Piano Instructor
- Location
- Minneapolis, MN
- Workplace
- On-site
- Employment
- Part-time
- Compensation
- $42 – $49
About this role
TITLE: Piano Instructor
REPORTS TO: Director of Instrumental & Voice Instruction
DEPARTMENT: Instrumental & Voice Instruction
STATUS: Exempt, Part Time
LOCATION: Minneapolis, Apple Valley, & Chanhassen; On-Site
COMPENSATION: $42.00 - $49.00 per hour
BENEFITS: 403b, Flexible Spending Account - Parking, Tuition Discounts, Professional Development, MN Safe & Sick Time
HOURS: Hours are determined each semester by student demand and enrollment
JOB SUMMARY
The Piano Instructor teaches individual and group piano lessons for students of varying levels (beginning to advanced), with an emphasis on beginners who are interested in learning a variety of musical styles. The Instructor is also responsible for maintaining high standards of teaching expertise.
RESPONSIBILITES and ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Instruction & Mentorship
Education
REPORTS TO: Director of Instrumental & Voice Instruction
DEPARTMENT: Instrumental & Voice Instruction
STATUS: Exempt, Part Time
LOCATION: Minneapolis, Apple Valley, & Chanhassen; On-Site
COMPENSATION: $42.00 - $49.00 per hour
BENEFITS: 403b, Flexible Spending Account - Parking, Tuition Discounts, Professional Development, MN Safe & Sick Time
HOURS: Hours are determined each semester by student demand and enrollment
JOB SUMMARY
The Piano Instructor teaches individual and group piano lessons for students of varying levels (beginning to advanced), with an emphasis on beginners who are interested in learning a variety of musical styles. The Instructor is also responsible for maintaining high standards of teaching expertise.
RESPONSIBILITES and ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Instruction & Mentorship
- Develop and lead lesson plans that foster growth and creative exploration
- Provide expert music instruction, including demonstrating playing during lessons and coaching the student
- Establish a good rapport with students and families, encouraging open discussion
- Manage Studio Logistics including, but not limited to: lesson scheduling, registration, and regular communication with students and families
- Ensure students are performance-ready and understand the process of translating rehearsal work into public presentation
- Foster an inclusive, student-centered environment that supports risk-taking, mutual respect, and creative expression
- Support outreach and communication efforts to help raise awareness, engage new participants, and connect the work of MacPhail Center for Music to the broader community
- Model curiosity, openness, and professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues
Education
- A degree or certification in music or music education, or the equivalent, preferred
- Minimum of three years of studio teaching all ages and skill levels, of which a significant portion is with young students and beginners, required
- Experience teaching small groups, preferred
- Experience teaching diverse styles of music, preferred
- Effective communication skills
- Demonstrated cultural competency skills
- Commitment to inclusive, student-centered teaching
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