Private Violin/Cello Teacher

Are you a musician who is passionate about teaching? Would you like to be a part of a community minded group of music teacher? Menchey Music Service is looking for teachers just like you to help our students discover a love of music!
We are looking for violin, viola, and cello teachers who are committed to helping us grow and develop new musicians. We are always taking applications for any location, but we are specifically seeking teachers for the Reading location.
This position requires teacher availability weekday evenings beginning at 4pm or Saturdays.

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Why teach with Menchey Music?*

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Clean, safe, private studios with COVID-19 precautions in place.

• Marketing program designed to attract and retain students.
• We handle all the logistics you show up and teach!
• Dedicated Lesson Coordinator and Manager for extra support.
• Recital opportunities for students.
• Generous employee discount.

Job Summary: As a private strings teacher you will primarily offer 1 on 1 private violin, viola, or cello 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.

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Required education, experience, and abilities*

• Two (2) years of college level music experience or five (5) years of music teaching/performance experience or a combination of both.
• Possess an understanding of music concepts and be able to communicate effectively to students of all ages.
• Outgoing and enthusiastic personality aligned with our culture and mission.
• Patience to work with students of all ages and abilities.
• Specialty in one or more instruments.

Preferred education and experience

• A bachelor's degree (or degree in progress) in music education or performance or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Experience working with youth and/or beginner musicians.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
We are requiring vaccination against COVID-19 in the interest of protecting our employees, their families, and the communities we work in and serve. If you cannot receive the COVID-19 vaccine due to a disability/medical reason or sincerely held religious belief you will be required to follow Menchey Music Services policy and process to apply for an exemption/accommodation.

Location: 762 Woodland Road, Reading, PA 19610

Job Type: Part-time