Orchestral Strings Teacher (Store #4301)

Music & Arts • Glendale, AZ

3h

About The Position

Music & Arts is seeking a skilled musician and dedicated educator to teach orchestral strings and inspire students. The teacher creates an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment for students of varying ages and skill levels, while helping them build a lasting relationship with music. Music & Arts handles administrative work so instructors can focus on teaching. The role also involves communicating with students and parents, coordinating with store teams, and supporting student retention. The posting describes Music & Arts as part of the Guitar Center enterprise, with more than 225 retail stores, 200 educational representatives, and 250 affiliate locations.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Further teaching experience with related instruments.
• 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.
• Use musical expertise to inspire students and foster their growth.
• Create an engaging, supportive, and safe learning environment.

Benefits

• Gig leave for employee-musicians to take time off to perform on tour and return to their job afterward.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee discount program.
• Robust benefits and perks.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time