Private Violin / Viola Teacher - Reading, PA

About the position

Do you love inspiring students through music? Are you passionate about teaching and excited to help musicians of all ages grow in confidence, skill, and creativity? If so, we’d love to meet you. \n\nThe Menchey School of Music, part of Menchey Music Service, is home to a thriving private lesson program that serves students throughout the region. As the area’s largest family-owned music retailer, we’re proud to offer high-quality music instruction in a welcoming, organized, and supportive studio environment. \n\nWe’re currently looking for an enthusiastic and dependable violin / viola instructor to join our team at our Reading studio. This is a great opportunity for a teacher who enjoys building strong student relationships, creating engaging lessons, and being part of a music-centered community that truly values education. \n\nAvailability Needed: \nOne weeknight from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM or one recurring 4-hour block on Saturdays \n\nWhy Teachers Love Working Here: \nEstablished marketing and enrollment systems provide a steady flow of students \nFull administrative support: we handle scheduling, billing, and studio logistics \nPrivate teaching studios designed for productive lessons \nOn-site support from a dedicated Studio Coordinator \nFrequent recitals and varied performance opportunities for students \nProfessional, education-focused environment where teachers can do what they do best \nGenerous employee discount \nWhat You’ll Do: \nTeach engaging, personalized, and effective private lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels \nCreate a positive, encouraging, and educational lesson environment \nHelp students grow musically, prepare for recitals, and inspire participation in performance opportunities \nCommunicate timely and professionally with students, parents, and staff \nKeep accurate attendance and lesson records using our digital scheduling system \nDemonstrate reliability, professionalism, and enthusiasm every day \nWhat We’re Looking For: \nA skilled and dedicated violin / viola teacher with a genuine passion for music education \nA staff member who is encouraging, professional, and student-focused \nA teacher who values consistency, dependability, and musical growth \nA positive presence who enjoys being part of a collaborative music community \nReady to inspire the next generation of musicians? \nApply today and join a team that’s passionate about music, education, and helping students shine!

Responsibilities

Teach engaging, personalized, and effective private lessons to students of varying ages and skill levelsCreate a positive, encouraging, and educational lesson environmentHelp students grow musically, prepare for recitals, and inspire participation in performance opportunitiesCommunicate timely and professionally with students, parents, and staffKeep accurate attendance and lesson records using our digital scheduling systemDemonstrate reliability, professionalism, and enthusiasm every dayRequirements

A strong musical background demonstrated by at least 2 years of college-level music training, 5 years of teaching or professional performance experience, or an equivalent combinationAbility to successfully complete an initial background check, as well as recurring background checks every three years as a condition of employmentStrong verbal and written communication skills, including professional and timely email communicationConfidence and effectiveness in delivering one-on-one instructionExcellent organization and time managementComfortability using a digital scheduling systemWarm, energetic, and professional presence that reflects our culture and missionPatience, flexibility, and the ability to connect with students of all ages and skill levelsNice-to-haves

A bachelor’s degree in music education, performance, or a related field is preferred; candidates currently working toward a degree are also encouraged to applyExperience working with a variety of learners of all ages and skill levels is preferredBenefits

Established marketing and enrollment systems provide a steady flow of studentsFull administrative support: we handle scheduling, billing, and studio logisticsPrivate teaching studios designed for productive lessonsOn-site support from a dedicated Studio CoordinatorFrequent recitals and varied performance opportunities for studentsProfessional, education-focused environment where teachers can do what they do bestGenerous employee discount