Violin Teacher

**Job description**

**Violin Teacher**

**Nurturing A Lifelong Love Of Music**

We’re Natomas Music Square, a leading family-oriented music school located in the heart of Sacramento. Our team of dedicated and passionate teachers helps children develop a lifelong love of music through fun and engaging private and group lessons. Our classes are designed to provide a safe and productive after-school space that helps children build confidence and harness their creativity using the power of music

**Passionate About Music? We Are, Too**

That’s why we’re looking for passionate individuals who enjoy helping children discover the joy of music to join our school. If you have a passion for music and want to help children develop a lifelong skill, we want to hear from you

**What Does It Take To Join The Natomas Music Square Team?**

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

- Is reliable and punctual
- Has exceptional communication skills
- Possesses a creative and innovative mindset
- Is patient, compassionate, and considerate of others
- Has a passion for sharing their love of music with children

Position Responsibilities:

- Teach comprehensive and engaging private lessons to age 7+ of beginner to intermediate levels
- Create and implement innovative and dynamic violin lesson plans designed to keep students engaged and focused.
- Help children establish strong practice foundations by teaching finger exercise techniques designed to strengthen fine motor skills and coordination.
- Build positive relationships with students by employing effective communication skills and building positive rapport.
- Provide ongoing encouragement and support to students.
- Use compassionate communication techniques to provide constructive feedback and direction to improve student outcomes.

**Requirements**:

- Minimum of one year of youth music education experience preferred
- Extensive instrumental music performance experience
- Working knowledge of music theory and concepts
- Demonstrated ability to teach and direct students between 14-18 years of age
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Patient and kind demeanor

Natomas Music Square is an equal opportunity employer.

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $25.00 - $27.50 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 15 per week

**Benefits**:

- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan

Compensation package:

- Commission pay
- Hourly pay

Schedule:

- 4 hour shift
- Monday to Friday

Work setting:

- In-person

**Experience**:

- Teaching: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person