Part-time Guitar, Voice and Piano Instructor

**PART-TIME GUITAR, VOICE and PIANO INSTRUCTOR**

**Summary**

We are looking for a dynamic and seasoned guitar, vocal and piano instructor to join our talented roster of music teachers at our music school and recording studio facilities located near Yonge and Dundas. We are looking for a professional gigging musician to join our growing teaching staff with a minimum of 5 years of professional performing and teaching experience working with a diverse range of students with different backgrounds, ages and abilities.

**About Mint Music and Toronto Guitar School**:
Mint Music and the Toronto Guitar School are proud to offer some of the most enjoyable, rewarding and professionally conducted musical lessons in Toronto and we are fast becoming one of the premiere schools in Toronto specialising in a performance based curriculum for all instruments. Our core purpose is to inspire and enable students of any level, background or ability to experience the joy and uplifting power of music We know that the best instruction comes from expert performers. We also know that teaching is an art and skill all its own, which is why our teachers also have the experience and qualifications of exceptional educators.

At our organisation, we recognize that many students feel more comfortable and empowered when learning from instructors who share their lived experiences. We are proud that our instructors represent various facets of diversity, including race, gender, age, physical abilities and language. We aim to create an inclusive environment where students of every age can freely express themselves, ask questions, and build confidence in their musical abilities.

**Responsibilities and Duties**
- Create an inspiring and positive learning environment for all lessons, classes, bands and workshops that you instruct.
- Follow instructions and memos from school director and administration staff, attend staff meetings and occasional one on one discussions with the school director, open to sharing your feedback and suggestions regarding school procedures, programming, school supplies and new equipment purchases when asked.
- Take daily attendance, making lesson notes and assigning student homework using My Music Staff Software
- Create structured customised lesson plans and goals for each student to keep them consistently engaged and motivated.
- Be flexible and quick to modify your lesson plans and approach as needed based on feedback you receive from your students, parents, school admin staff or school director.
- Provide periodic progress updates for students or administration upon request
- Write clear and concise lesson notes, creating recordings, professional music charts and other relevant supportive materials to student, admin staff and substitute teachers when necessary.
- Communicate with administration and students in a timely manner when attendance, scheduling or other issues arise so that problems can be resolved quickly.
- Prepare students for end of term school concerts, performances and competitions
- Must be able to work weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends on a set schedule to be determined upon employment

**Qualifications and Skills**
- Able to Guitar and Vocal Lessons for all ages from beginner to advanced level and Piano up to a minimum of Grade 8 RCM level.
- Adept at creating professional charts at supplemental teaching materials for bands, ensembles, workshops and guitar classes.
- Exceptional listening and verbal communication skills.
- Detail oriented and strong organisational skills required.
- Outgoing and confident personality in teaching private lessons, bands, group classes and workshops.
- Proven track record of high student retention in previous teaching positions
- Able to teach electric and acoustic guitar to all levels of players and possess both yourself.
- Familiarity with and playing proficiency in most popular music genres (Rock, Jazz, Heavy Metal, Indie, Country, Folk etc.)
- Advanced sight reading skills for accompanying students and playing repertoire.
- A team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent creative problem-solving abilities and a can do attitude.
- Post-Secondary diploma or degree; At least 5 years experience.
- Experienced, outgoing and confident in teaching adults, children and teens in private lessons, group classes, bands and workshop settings.
- Ability to prepare for University, College or RCM auditions up to ARCT level in Guitar and Voice.
- Adept and experienced at teaching lessons online at the school and have a quality at home set up to teach through Zoom when required.
- As an independent contractor you will be responsible for submitting your invoices to the school office that are processed on a monthly basis.

**Preferred Skills**
- The ability to teach and perform bass as a secondary highly preferred
- Additional teachable instruments such as drums and bass are especially useful in band settings.
- Experience with sound editing