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Contemporary Vocal Instructor

macphailcenterformusic

Contemporary

Responsibilities

  • Voice Instructor

Director of Contemporary Music

  • The Contemporary Voice Instructor teaches individual vocal lessons for students of varying levels (beginning to advanced), with an emphasis on beginners who are interested in learning a variety of contemporary musical styles (i.e .
  • Pop, Rock, Jazz, Blues and R&B).

The Instructor is also

  • responsible for maintaining high standards of teaching expertise.
  • Provide expert music instruction, including demonstrating playing during lessons and coaching the student
  • Provide constructive feedback through in-session coaching and guided reflection
  • Establish a good rapport with students and families, encouraging open discussion
  • Manage Studio Logistics including, but not limited to: lesson scheduling, registration, and regular communication with students and families
  • Performance Preparation
  • Ensure students are performance-ready and understand the process of translating rehearsal work into public presentation

Community & Culture Building

  • Foster an inclusive, student-centered environment that supports risk-taking, mutual respect, and creative expression
  • Support outreach and communication efforts to help raise awareness, engage new participants, and connect the work of MacPhail Center for Music to the broader community
  • Model curiosity, openness, and professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues

Requirements

  • Minimum of three years of studio teaching all ages and skill levels, of which a significant portion is with students who are beginners, required
  • Experience with engaging students across a wide variety of contemporary musical styles such as Pop, Rock, Jazz, Blues and R&B
  • Strong and effective communication skills
  • Demonstrated cultural competency skills
  • Commitment to inclusive, student-centered teaching

Preferred

  • A degree or certification in music or music education, or the equivalent experience, preferred
  • Performance experience and discography of at least one EP or full-length album, preferred
  • Ability to play piano or guitar, preferred
  • Experience teaching small groups, preferred
  • Experience teaching diverse styles of music, preferred

Pay

  • $42.00/Hour - $49.00/Hour
  • (Note: Highly experienced candidates may qualify for a increased pay range.)

STATUS

Exempt, Part Time

HOURS

Hours are determined each semester by student demand and enrollment