Violin Teacher

About the role

Opus 1 Music Studio is a top-rated music school located in the Silicon Valley cities of Palo Alto and Mountain View. We offer private and group music lessons for piano, violin, viola, cello, voice, ukulele, and guitar.

Responsibilities

• Teach violin lessons on-site at Opus 1 Music Studio - no home lessons.
• Manage teaching schedule through our school app/website and adhere to strict attendance policies.
• Design personalized lesson plans that cater to a student's independent goals and needs.
• Prepare students for performances and exams.
• Work with parents and students to design personalized lesson plans.

Requirements

• Must have current legal status to work in the United States.
• Bachelor's degree in music (MM/MA/DM/PhD preferred).
• Experience teaching and performing.
• Exceptional communication skills with both students and parents.
• Willingness to work with parents and students to design personalized lesson plans.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new teaching environment and requirements.
• Knowledge of ABRSM Practical and Theory Exams or willingness to learn how to prepare students for these exams.

Qualifications

• Live in the bay area with consistent and reliable transportation to arrive in Mountain View/Palo Alto on time for lessons.
• Ability to work 6 consecutive teaching hours per day (plus breaks) with a minimum of 3 days/week (full-time, 5 days/week preferably).

Skills

Exceptional communication skills, ability to learn and adapt to new teaching environments, and knowledge of ABRSM Practical and Theory Exams or willingness to learn.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Medical health insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan

Pay

$50 - $60 per hour

Schedule

Hours are dependent on demand and range between Sunday-Saturday, mornings, afternoons, and evenings. Preference is given to those available within open and in-demand hours.