Trumpet Instructor

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead lesson plans that foster growth and creative exploration
• Provide expert music instruction, including demonstrating playing during lessons and coaching the student
• Establish a good rapport with students and families, encouraging open discussion
• Manage Studio Logistics including, but not limited to: lesson scheduling, registration, and regular communication with students and families
• Ensure students are performance-ready and understand the process of translating rehearsal work into public presentation
• Foster an inclusive, student-centered environment that supports risk-taking, mutual respect, and creative expression
• Support outreach and communication efforts to help raise awareness, engage new participants, and connect the work of MacPhail Center for Music to the broader community
• Model curiosity, openness, and professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues

Qualifications

• A degree or certification in music or music education, or the equivalent, preferred
• Minimum of three years of studio teaching all ages and skill levels, of which a significant portion is with young students and beginners, required
• Experience teaching small groups, preferred
• Experience teaching diverse styles of music, preferred