Violin Teacher

Violin Teacher – Opus 1 Music Studio

This is a full‑time violin teaching position for the Opus 1 faculty. Part‑time consideration is available for qualified candidates.

Opus 1 Music Studio is a top‑rated music school with nearly 10,000 sq/ft of studio space and over 1,000 students. Located in Palo Alto and Mountain View, we offer private and group lessons for a range of instruments.

• Current legal status to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship).
• Bachelor’s degree in music; preference for MM/MA, DM/PhD.
• Live in the Bay Area with reliable transportation to Mountain View/Palo Alto.
• Experience teaching, performing, and preparing students for performances and exams.
• Exceptional communication skills with students and parents.
• Willingness to design personalized lesson plans to meet students’ goals.
• Ability to learn and adapt to new teaching environments.
• Knowledge of ABRSM Practical and Theory Exams, or willingness to learn.
• Ability to manage teaching schedule through the school app/website and adhere to attendance policies.
• English proficiency.

• Available hours depend on demand; may include Sunday–Saturday mornings, afternoons, and evenings.
• Weekday teaching: 2:30 p.m.–9 p.m.; weekends vary 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
• Ideal candidates work six consecutive teaching hours per day, a minimum of three days per week, full‑time 5 days per week preferred.

• Professional full‑time staff manage all administrative work.
• High‑quality Yamaha Pianos and teaching environment.
• Three recital/performance opportunities per year for students.
• Certification training for group class teachers and curriculum development.
• Ongoing professional development, mentorship, and training.

• Hourly rate dependent on education, experience, and background: $50–$60 per hour.
• W2 employees only; salary based on hours taught, credentials, days of teaching, part‑time/full‑time status.
• Full‑time employees eligible for benefits.

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Medical health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan

• Free music lessons with any available teacher and instrument.
• 24‑hour access to Opus 1 facilities (subject to room availability).
• Annual performance opportunity in the Opus 1 Faculty Recital.
• Quarterly professional development events for music teaching.
• Mentorship, lesson feedback, exam training, and support for teaching challenges.
• Internal social platform for sharing and communication.
• Full access to Google Workspace tools.

Opus 1 Music Studio provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Opus 1 has three locations in Mountain View and Palo Alto. Specific work location(s) will be discussed during the hiring process.

Standard practices include masks, symptom check‑in at arrival, requirement for online lessons if ill, and guidelines recommended by Santa Clara County.