Guitar Teacher; Contractor

RCM Guitar Teacher (Contractor)

Musical Minds Academy is a growing music school in Surrey serving 115+ students. Founded by an ARCT pianist with a background in behavioural neuroscience, we blend high-quality music instruction with a science-informed approach to learning. This fall we are launching a brand new guitar program built on the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) Certificate Program, and we are looking for a passionate teacher to help build it from the ground up.

This is not stepping into someone else's roster. It is a chance to shape a new RCM-aligned guitar program, starting with students from our existing waitlist and community.

• Build your own schedule. Tell us your availability, whether weekday afternoons, evenings, Saturdays, or any mix, and we fill it with students.
• We handle the business side. Scheduling, billing, parent communication, and student recruitment are all managed by our admin team. You just show up and teach.
• Room to grow. This is a ground-floor opportunity in a new program at an established, expanding school. As the program grows, so does your studio.

• Teach one-on-one guitar lessons (30, 45, or 60 minutes) following the RCM guitar syllabus, from Preparatory through the intermediate grades.
• Prepare students for RCM examinations, including repertoire, technique, ear training, and sight reading.
• Guide students toward exam readiness with clear goal-setting each term.
• Track progress and communicate with families through our studio management system.
• Take part in school events such as our seasonal recitals and exam preparation workshops.

• Strong classical and/or acoustic guitar proficiency.
• Working knowledge of the RCM guitar syllabus and examination process.
• Experience teaching guitar to children and teens.
• A warm, patient, and encouraging teaching style, especially with young beginners.
• Reliable and professional communication with students and families.
• Legally able to work in Canada; a clear Criminal Record Check (vulnerable sector) is required before starting.

• RCM certification (such as an ARCT or teacher certification through the RCM Certificate Program).
• A track record of preparing students for RCM guitar exams with strong results.
• Post-secondary music education or equivalent training.
• Ability to teach electric guitar, ukulele, or bass as a secondary offering.

• $30 to $37 per teaching hour, based on experience and credentials.
• Independent contractor position.
• In-studio teaching at our Surrey location; studio space and scheduling provided.
• Flexible start date, with program launch targeted for September 2026.

• On-site parking.

Pay: $30.00-$37.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person