Instructor, Piano and Voice

Description

The Instructor teaches private lessons, beginning through advanced, to students elementary school age through adult.

**Schedule**

***Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday 4-6:30pm*** with potential for more. 30-minute private lessons are scheduled throughout the week during afternoon and evening hours and run year-round. Hours vary and are set before each session. ***Plus 3-5 Sundays per semester*** would work as Musical Director for our Stages program.

**Essential Functions**

* Teach in a manner that promotes artistic growth from participants
* Stay current on teaching styles and music trends to implement in the lessons
* Work with supervisor to communicate cancelations & scheduling
* Record and submit attendance records weekly
* Maintain a clean and organized area to work with others using the space
* Attend mandatory meetings/trainings
* Communicate openly and clearly with families
* Coordinate and implement final performances & showcases with the Arts Education Director

Requirements

* 1-2 years prior teaching experience, preferably teaching elementary-high school students
* Ability to prepare curriculum for subject matter
* Flexibility, creativity and ability to meet student needs in terms of goals, levels, and areas of interest
* Able to use basic computer technology such as email and time clock
* Knowledge of Jewish culture, values and traditions or willingness to learn
* Excellent verbal communication skills
* Able to build positive relationships with a diverse group of students

**Physical Requirements**

* Able to demonstrate piano & vocal techniques/scales
* Able to move some supplies as needed

**About The J**

The mission of The J is to build a strong, vibrant and inclusive community that enhances wellness, meaning and joy based on Jewish values, heritage and culture.? The J operates on these values:

* Welcoming + Inclusive - "Hachnasat Orchim" - We are welcoming, inclusive and nurturing. We invite all to join us in making connections and lifelong friendships.
* Building Community - "Kehilla" - We believe in the strength of community and we seek to cultivate a sense of belonging in all we do.
* Enriching Mind + Body + Soul - "Ha'asharah" - We help individuals live a physically, intellectually, and emotionally healthy lifestyle.
* Passing on Jewish Culture + History -?"M'dor L'dor" - We celebrate and pass on the values, culture, history, and traditions of the Jewish people.
* Treat Others As You Wish To Be Treated - "V'ahavta" - We treat?everyone?with respect, dignity and loving kindness.