Private Guitar Instructor

Montrose School • Medfield, MA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Montrose School, an independent school for girls in grades 6-12 guided by the teachings of the Catholic Church, is seeking a Private Guitar Instructor. Founded in 1979 and located in Medfield, MA, the school serves a diverse student population from 50 towns. The Private Guitar Instructor will provide private lessons to students in grades 6-12 on-campus after school, with lessons offered from 3:30-6:30 PM, up to two days per week.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in music education or performance required.
• Knowledge of guitar pedagogy and repertoire for a variety of genres.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to sit and stand for substantial periods of time.
• Ability to use hands for fine manipulation, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms using a keyboard and video display terminal.
• Ability to see clearly at close and long distances, adjust focus, and perceive peripheral vision.
• Ability to move about the campus and walk, stoop, bend, reach, ascend/descend stairs.
• Ability to lift or carry music equipment up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to hear and speak to communicate information in person or in writing.

Responsibilities

• Teach private guitar lessons (generally 30 minutes, tailored to student experience) to students in 6th-12th grade.
• Build strong technique and music literacy skills in students of various levels.
• Tailor lessons to meet the needs of students with different goals and developmental levels.
• Guide students in developing strong practice habits.
• Foster a supportive and positive learning environment.
• Communicate with students and parents regarding progress, attendance, and schedule changes.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level