Piano Teacher

About us

Old Town Music School is growing! An old-fashioned preparatory music school located in the heart of Old Town Alexandria.

Hiring a Part-Time Piano Teacher looking for that special School where the joy of music is the name of the game!

Old Town Music School, an old fashioned preparatory Music School in Old Town Alexandria for over 20 years, is expanding and hiring a community of professional musicians/teachers who offer a nurturing, positive and personal approach to piano lessons. Students are beginning through advanced intermediate levels. Seeking out-going, motivated and fun teachers to join our faculty.

Our administrative Director supports studio teachers with:

1. Scheduling and building your teaching roster around your availability

2. Invoicing and billing allowing you to receive timely paychecks

3. Coordination of studio recitals, performance classes and logistics

4. Mentoring for undergraduate or graduate students still building their teaching experience

We offer teachers:

1. A welcoming and charming studio space

2. Well-maintained acoustic pianos (Baldwin)

3. Bright students with supportive parents

4. A fun and relaxing atmosphere with professional teaching support

Old Town Music School’s philosophy:

1. Piano is the foundation instrument of all future musical studies.

2. Our goal is excellence in each student, not perfection.

3. If given a positive and nurturing environment in which to learn, and a supportive and understanding teacher, every child can reach their musical potential.

4. We take each student in each lesson from what they know to what they don’t know.

5. What works with one student does not necessarily work with another. Our goal is to find out what works with each individual student. Our teachers are creative and think outside the box to reach each student’s potential.

Requirements:

1. Pedagogy course taken or in progress

2. Bachelor or Master of Music degree completed or in progress

3. Reliable transportation – Studio is accessible via Metro and the Old Town Trolley

4. Flexible and willing to teach students of all ages and skill levels

5. Professional, encouraging, helpful, friendly and punctual

6. Eager to help students reach their goals

7. Willingness and ability to follow an established curriculum while offering creative suggestions for expansion

Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Lessons include proper instruction in technique, note reading, transposing, music theory and performance.

2. Prepare students for bi-annual studio recitals and twice a semester performance classes.

3. Interact with students and families

4. Provide a written assignment to students each week (to be written during the lesson)

Available Teaching Days/Hours:

Monday: early afternoon, after-school, early evening

Friday: early afternoon, after-school, early evening

Saturday: 9:00-5:00, full or half day

Sunday: 9:00-6:00, full or half day

Application Details:

1. Please send resume and cover letter.

2. Please apply for the days that fit your schedule. We are flexible!

3. Pay scale: $129.50 per month per student/$32.37 per half-hour lesson/$64.75 per hour

4. The Studio is closed for 2 weeks at Christmas,

5. Performance Class Weeks are held during Holiday Weeks (President’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Labor Day, Halloween and Thanksgiving) as to allow a condensed teaching schedule and Holidays off.

6. Formal Recitals are held twice a year: Winter and Summer.

7. Make up Lessons are scheduled at the convenience of the teacher’s schedule

8. All missed lessons are paid for by the student. You are guaranteed a steady income.

9. Candidates will be asked to schedule a brief phone interview followed by an in person interview.

10. Candidates will be asked to commit through June, 2025 or longer for continuity for the students and the School.

11.All teachers are not employees but subcontracted (1099).

Application Process:

Step 1: Submit your application, resume and cover letter.

Step 2: We will conduct a phone interview if we believe you might be a good fit for this position.

Step 3: We will conduct a final interview that consists of both performance and teaching assessments.

Step 4: We will make an offer.

Please visit our website: www.OldTownMusicSchool.com or our Instagram Page: @OldTownMusicSchool to learn more about the School and to get a feel for our environment.'
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Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely

• No

Visit us on Instagram @OldTownMusicSchool

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: From $64.75 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends only

Experience:

• Teaching: 4 years (Preferred)

Language:

• English fluently (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $130