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**Music Instructor**

Vienna Academy of Music & Arts is currently looking to bring on independent contractor Music Instructors to support our growing team in Vienna, VA. We offer private lessons in our state of the art practice facility, highlighted by four of the studios housing baby grand pianos (Steinway, Kawai, Yamaha, and Weber). We offer instruction focused primarily on piano, guitar, voice, and other symphonic instruments, guiding our student’s entire music journey, from beginner to advanced, in an encouraging, supportive environment. Hybrid and on-line remote instruction options are also available.

We continually strive to discover creative ways to showcase talent, build confidence, and guide artists to become their most authentic musical selves. Our students emerge from their time with us encouraged, excited, and ready to take on any and all challenges that lie ahead at the university and conservatory level. Our instructors are a fantastic, collaborative team of educators We also provide opportunities for our team to perform at renowned venues such as Carnegie Hall, the Center for Education at Wolf Trap, and Steinway Galleries.

**Essential Roles & Responsibilities**
- Provide engaging music instruction to students in a supportive environment
- Develop and execute an educational program designed for each individual student
- Come prepared each day to execute on the lesson plan
- Encourage and motivate students to achieve their personal music goals
- Teach elements of basic music literacy, theory, and composition as appropriate for the student
- Interact in a positive and collaborative manner with parents
- Uphold the organizations standards of ethical conduct
- Complete administrative tasks as required

**Qualifications**
- Previous music tutoring experience required, ideally with a strong classical background
- Music degree or equivalent expertise is required, Master’s in music is a plus
- Ability to pass a background check
- Organized and punctual
- Ability to communicate effectively with both students and parents
- Must display enthusiasm and respect towards students

**Compensation**

Competitive Pay: $55 - $65 / session

**Available hours**

We primarily offer lessons M-F between the hours of 3:15 - 9 PM. Lessons can be from 30 minutes to one hour depending on the level of the student. We strive to create a great match between the needs of both our students and instructors.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $55.00 - $65.00 per hour

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work setting:

- In-person

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (required)

**Experience**:

- music instruction: 1 year (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Vienna, VA 22181