Piano Instructor

Music Instructor – Gramercy Music Academy

Location: Houston, TX (West University / Surrounding Area) | Part-time

Who We Are

Gramercy Music Academy is redefining what a modern music school can be.

We exist to inspire young musicians, support families, and create a space where creativity, discipline, and confidence flourish. Our studios are home to exceptional instructors and hundreds of students each week—families who trust us with something deeply personal: their child’s artistic development.

We believe music is a lifelong gift. Every lesson is an opportunity to build not only musical ability, but also curiosity, confidence, and joy in the learning process.

Why Join Us?

As a Music Instructor at Gramercy, you are at the center of the student experience. Families enroll because of the reputation of our instructors, and they stay because of the relationships you build with their children.

You’ll benefit from:

A professional teaching environment designed for great lessons
A steady stream of new students through dedicated enrollment and marketing efforts
Competitive hourly teaching pay
Administrative and enrollment support so you can focus on teaching
A culture that respects musicianship, preparation, and professionalism
The opportunity to build a meaningful studio within a growing academy

What You’ll Do

As a Music Instructor, your role is to deliver engaging, structured lessons that help students progress musically while building lasting relationships with families.

Instruction & Student Development

Provide high-quality private lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels

Develop lesson plans tailored to each student’s goals, experience, and pace of learning

Teach technique, musicality, and repertoire appropriate to each student

Track student progress and celebrate milestones

Encourage consistent practice habits and musical curiosity

Student & Family Experience

Create a welcoming, encouraging environment that makes students excited to return each week

Communicate clearly with parents about student progress, goals, and recommendations

Maintain a professional, supportive presence in the studio before and after lessons

Help students prepare for recitals, performances, or personal musical goals

Represent Gramercy Music Academy with warmth and professionalism

Professionalism & Preparation

Arrive prepared and on time for all lessons

Maintain a clean, organized teaching environment

Provide notes or guidance to students on what to practice between lessons

Communicate schedule updates or student concerns with the Center Director

Participate in occasional recitals, events, or academy initiatives

What Success Looks Like

You:

Build strong relationships with students and their families

Create lessons that are engaging, structured, and rewarding

Help students progress musically while building confidence

Maintain consistent student retention through quality instruction and communication

Represent the academy with professionalism and pride

Contribute to a positive, collaborative teaching culture

What You Bring

You care deeply about teaching music and helping students grow.

You likely have:

Experience teaching private lessons or working with young musicians

Strong proficiency on your primary instrument

The ability to work with students across multiple age groups and ability levels

Clear communication skills with both children and parents

Reliability, preparation, and professionalism

A passion for making music education engaging and meaningful

A degree in music or formal training is helpful, but excellent teachers come from many musical paths.

What We Value

Warmth, professionalism, and patience with students

High standards for preparation and musicianship

Respect for families and their investment in music education

A collaborative spirit with other instructors

Pride in representing a premium youth enrichment brand

Equal Opportunity Employer

Gramercy Music Academy is committed to a workplace that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or protected status.

Pay: From $30.00 per hour

Work Location: In person