Cello Teacher (Store #7337)

Guitar Center • Mamaroneck, NY

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About The Position

Music & Arts is seeking a cello teacher to teach and inspire students through private music lessons. The teacher creates an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment for students of varying ages and skill levels, and helps them develop their musical abilities. The role includes communicating with students and parents about goals and progress, coordinating lesson schedules with store teams, and encouraging student retention. Music & Arts handles administrative work so instructors can focus on teaching. The stated pay is $17.00 per hour for non-teaching work and $12–$24 per hour for teaching, depending on background and experience; actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, and other factors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or Music Performance, or equivalent experience.
• Two years of music teaching experience, especially on cello.

Nice To Haves

• Further teaching experience with a related instrument.
• Advanced degree (Master’s or Doctoral) in Music.
• Professional teaching memberships or certifications.
• Eight or more years of teaching experience, especially with multiple instruments: banjo, baritone, bass clarinet, bass guitar, bassoon, cello, clarinet, flute, French horn, guitar, mandolin, oboe, percussion, piano, piccolo, saxophone, string bass, trombone, trumpet, tuba, ukulele, viola, violin, and voice.

Responsibilities

• Teach music lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels.
• Build positive relationships with students and parents through regular communication, goal-setting, and progress updates.
• Partner with store teams to schedule lessons and encourage student retention.
• Share musical expertise to inspire students and foster their growth.
• Create an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment.

Benefits

• 401K plus company match.
• Employee discount program.
• Gig leave for musician employees to take time off to perform and return to their job after a tour.
• Additional benefits and perks are offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time