Music Instructor

## Description

Under the direction of the Cultural & Fine Arts Supervisor, the Music Instructor plans, organizes, and teaches music classes, is responsible for creating class curriculum, demonstrates music techniques, and assists with performances.

# **DUTIES AND ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS**

• Maintain a safe, energetic, and motivational teaching atmosphere
• Instruct ages 5 and up in a variety of music techniques such as piano, guitar, or voice
• Create progressive lesson plans
• Stay updated on music trends and games
• Help plan and teach pieces for performances
• Maintain open communication with supervisor, families, and participants
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

## Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience teaching children at beginning, intermediate, and advanced music level
• Adequate knowledge of techniques, vocabulary, and music performance
• Ability to create lesson plans and curriculum
• Comfortable curating age-appropriate songs and lesson materials
• Ability to motivate and energize students of all skill levels and ages
• Background or degree in Music or Performing Arts highly encouraged, but not required

• **JOB STATUS** Part time**DEPARTMENT** Recreation **FSLA STATUS** Non-Exempt
• **SALARY`** $16.00-$18.00 per hour
• **HOURS** 2-8 hours per week including evenings and weekends