Piano Instructor

Commitment:

Minimum 1-year commitment

Compensation:

Based on teaching experience + skill set (discussed during interview)

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Experience:

teaching: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location:

In person(mobile lessons optional at higher pay rate)

New West Music is a busy, family-focused music school looking for a kind, reliable, and adaptable Piano Instructor who genuinely enjoys working with children and can also support teens/adults when needed.

We’re looking for teachers who can build strong rapport, keep lessons engaging, and deliver steady progress—whether a student is brand new, learning for fun, or working toward exams and long-term goals. If you’re the type of teacher who communicates well, shows up prepared, and wants a stable studio for the long run, you’ll fit in well here.

• Teach private piano lessons to children (and some teens/adults)
• Create personalized lesson plans that match each student’s goals and learning style
• Keep lessons fun, structured, and progress-focused
• Communicate clearly with parents about progress and practice priorities
• Collaborate with our team to support retention and student success
• Prepare interested students for RCM exams (asset)

• Experience teaching piano (formal training or equivalent teaching experience)
• Strong ability to teach young children with patience, structure, and warmth
• Dependable and professional: punctual, prepared, and consistent
• Comfortable teaching multiple styles (classical + contemporary; pop/rock/jazz, EDM basics)
• Good communication with parents and staff
• Willing to commit to a minimum 1-year term

• Familiarity with RCM curriculum and teaching toward examinations
• Solid music theory knowledge
• Ability to transcribe/arrange/adapt simple songs for student requests
• Ability to teach a second instrument at a beginner–intermediate level (ukulele, guitar, drums, voice basics, etc.)
• Experience working in a music school or studio environment

• You build trust quickly with children and families
• Students feel motivated and supported (and parents feel informed)
• You’re flexible and solutions-oriented with different learning needs
• You attend teacher meetings and support students at recitals.

We’re seeking passionate professionals to join our growing music school. If you’re a dedicated educator looking to make a meaningful impact and build a rewarding career in the Vancouver music scene, we want to hear from you!