Master Piano Teacher - Pacific Piano School

Piano Instructor Position

Pacific Piano School is seeking a dedicated, experienced, and professional piano instructor for a full-time, in-person teaching position in San Jose, CA. We are looking for educators who are passionate about teaching and committed to supporting student growth through structured, high-quality instruction.

Successful candidates will have a strong music background evidenced by a degree in piano performance, pedagogy, performing experience, a demonstrated love of teaching, experience working with young musicians, a robust appreciation for punctuality, reliable transportation, and the ability to pass a routine background check. This position will begin part-time with a gradual transition to full-time teaching 30+ hours per week with demonstrated retention of students and achieving Pacific Piano School's standards of teaching.

Ideal Master Instructor candidates will also possess the following:

• Masters degree/DMA preferred
• Ability and willingness to teach music theory classes
• Ability and willingness to teach piano group classes
• Current MTAC membership for Certificate of Merit; experience with ABRSM/RCM/CM preparation
• Ability and willingness to attend all school events including studio recitals, honor recitals, Fall Festival student competitions, and faculty recitals
• Ability and willingness to attend staff meetings

Instructor pay is commensurate with experience and will be in the range of $48-$55/hr for private lessons and $60-$120/group class. A 401(K) program with employer matching is available to all of our employees after 30 days on the job. Health benefit options are available for all part- and full-time employees at Ensemble.

Ensemble Performing Arts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status or disability status, or genetic information. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and any other state or local hiring regulations, we will consider for employment any qualified applicant, including those with arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with applicable law.

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