Music Teacher
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Job Overview

We are looking for a full-time Music Teacher to help students hone their musical skills. You will be responsible for teaching students to play an instrument while maintaining the tempo and rhythm. You will also be training them in general music styles like rock, reggae, and country music. Besides providing music lessons, you will also be assessing the students’ potential. 

You should be able to develop lesson plans as per the education policy and gather all instructional materials. In addition, you will prepare students for plays, concerts, gigs, and for any other school activities. Instructing students about basic instrument repairs and maintenance is also a part of your job profile. 

Apart from your teaching responsibilities, you will be coordinating with the other staff members for events and maintain a positive work environment. If you can help students sharpen their skills and create original pieces then do write to us. 

Responsibilities

• Teaching musical instruments like piano, guitar, and violin

• Helping students understand and read music notes and scales

• Training students for events, private musical performances, and concerts

• Gathering the required teaching materials

• Assessing students’ performance and giving private lessons

• Coaching students on voice modulation and tempo

• Explaining different styles and genres of music

• Conducting music theory and practical examinations

• Helping students tap on their potential

• Suggesting additions and improvements in the curriculum

• Coordinating with staff members in organizing extracurricular activities

• Maintaining and encouraging a fun and positive atmosphere in the music class

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Music

• Holding a valid music teaching certificate or license

• Proven full-time or part-time work experience as a Music Teacher in public schools, private schools, or elementary school. 

• Excellent knowledge about different music genres and instruments

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Good organizational and time management skills

• Demonstrating a passion for music and high patience levels

• Ability to assess students potential and skills

• Ability to lead a choir, orchestra, or a concert

• Ability to conduct extracurricular activities and musical performances

• Understanding of the state educational policies

• Strong instrumental skills

• Ability to maintain a positive and fun classroom environment