Private Guitar instructor

An independent school for girls in grades 6-12, guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church, Montrose School was founded in 1979 and is located in the welcoming community of Medfield, 17 miles southwest of Boston. Montrose School attracts a talented and growing student population from 50 towns and communities.

About the role

The Private Guitar Instructor will provide private lessons for 6th through 12th grade students on-campus after school. Lessons will be offered from 3:30-6:30pm up to 2 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Teach private guitar lessons (length tailored to student experience, but are generally 30 minutes) to students in 6th-12th grade.
• Build strong technique and music literacy skills to students of various levels.
• Tailor lessons to meet the needs of students with different goals and developmental levels.
• Guide students through building strong practice habits.
• Foster a supportive and positive learning environment.
• Communicate with students and parents concerning progress, attendance, and schedule changes when necessary.
• Collaborate with the Director of Auxiliary Programs & Parent Engagement to confirm student enrollment and attendance.
• Communicate clearly to meet the demands of the job.
• Facilitate preparing students for music program recitals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in music education or performance required.
• A knowledge of guitar pedagogy and repertoire for a variety of genres.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

Physical Requirements

• Primarily based in a classroom environment, requirements include the ability to sit and stand for substantial periods of time.
• Use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal.
• See clearly at close and long distances, adjust focus, and perceive peripheral vision.
• Move about the campus and the ability to walk, stoop, bend, reach, ascend/descend stairs, and lift or carry music equipment up to 10 pounds.
• Hear and speak to communicate information in person or in writing.