About the Role
Seeking a piano teacher to build foundational piano and music theory skills for a 12-year-old singer, with lessons tailored to her aspirations of writing her own songs. The ideal candidate will act as both an instructor and a creative collaborator, with a passion for jazz.
Responsibilities
- Teach piano basics, music theory, and sight-reading in a fun, creative, and engaging manner.
- Connect lessons to singing interests by teaching accompaniments to pop, jazz, and Broadway songs.
- Introduce basic chord progressions and songwriting concepts.
- Instill enthusiasm for new songs and genres (jazz, Broadway, pop).
- Play pieces for students to inspire and model excellent musicianship.
- Teach a short, age-appropriate lesson to an 8-year-old brother following the primary student's session.
Requirements
- Lives locally.
- Available to start ASAP.
- Willing to complete reference and background checks.
Skills
- Piano
- Music theory
- Sight-reading
- Accompaniment
- Chord progressions
- Songwriting
- Jazz repertoire
- Broadway repertoire
- Pop music
Location
- Howard Beach, NY
Work Type
- In home
- Once a week
- 45-minute lesson for 12-year-old
- 15-minute lesson for 8-year-old brother
Experience Level
- Experience teaching young students
Salary/Compensations
- $65/hour
About the Company
- A young, budding 12-year-old girl singer in Howard Beach.
