Piano Head Instructor
Contractor or Casual - 5-15 hours per week initially, expanding as we grow
Regular weekly hours (we run lessons almost year-round)
Opportunity to build and run the Pathfinder Piano course
Commencing ASAP
Want to teach lovely, motivated students in a friendly, creative place?
Pathfinder Guitar (established 2015), one of the highest-rated private guitar schools in Melbourne (according to Google reviews - our students are kind), is looking for an experienced contemporary piano teacher to build and run our new piano school due to high demand.
Whilst we have the in-house capabilities to manage the administrative side of lessons, we really need someone who:
Wants to develop a new, practical and effective method to teach piano based on their experience
Wants full autonomy and support to change the way students learn piano!
In this role, you'll initially be working alongside our Head Instructor to build coursework, teach a small number of students and expand from there. Based on the success of the school, this could then lead to managing other piano teachers.
In addition to this, depending on your interests and experience, there's potential to also handle:
Social Media
Administration
Marketing
Guitar Teaching
Guitar repairs & maintenance
Musical equipment sales and rental
A few notes about Pathfinder:
Almost all of our lessons are run in small groups based on age and skill level.
We have structured lesson plans, with plenty of flexibility for teachers to adapt it and deliver it their way.
Many of our students attend multiple lessons per week, and everyone at least once a week, so our students tend to be a lot more motivated than average.
We pay you for the hours you're at work, so don't worry about student absences affecting your income.
Similarly, we operate 50 weeks per year, so you'll still be employed over most holidays (and when you do want a break for holidays, tours, gigs etc, we try to be as flexible as possible).
And finally, we try to innovate! If you have ideas on better ways to teach, you'll be given the freedom to try them and pass them on to the rest of the team.
Hours & Pay
This role is initially budgeted for 5-15 hours per week depending on availabilities and preference. As the school grows, or if you'd like to take on greater responsibilities, we'd be happy to discuss ways for you to progress.
Our normal operating hours are Monday - Thursday 4pm-9pm and Saturdays 10am-2pm, but we do occasionally run events outside of these hours.
Payment rates will depend on whether you'd prefer to contract hourly or receive a share of profits, but would likely range from $25-$35 per hour plus super.
Perks
Personal and career development - in particular, we have in-house expertise in recording, administration, accounting/finance, marketing and events.
Use of studio for rehearsals outside of teaching hours.
Be treated as an equal - we're a very small team and are open to new ideas and input, and we want lots of collaboration between piano and guitar teachers and students.
About You
You must have:
Bachelors, AMus or LMus level music qualification or higher
Currently work as a performing musician (some flexibility granted due to current climate, but all of our Senior Teachers are required to be active in the industry)
Have a variety of teaching experiences, including groups, kids and adults of different skill levels
Whilst we predominantly teach contemporary styles, we're open to having a bit of diversity in the team, so we encourage applicants to be honest and tell us what you love!
Our studio is located in Ringwood, Victoria. You'll be 'reporting' directly to the owner/head instructor and will work alongside our guitar teachers, who will be able to assist you in building the coursework and managing students (we aren't really fans of hierarchies - it's a team).
How to Apply
Either get someone to recommend you (best) or refer yourself (still ok) here using Cazoot:
Head Piano Instructor Ref: PT210428-A
The application should take about 10 minutes and will help us find out more about you and whether the role's going to be a good fit for you.
All applicants will be contacted personally regardless of the outcome.