Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Grow Your Gift Conservatory of Music's mission is to continue the legacy of high-quality music performance in our community through educational opportunities for people of any age. We are a collaborative community music school in which students of all ages enroll in private or group classes on many instruments. Aside from top-level instruction, we have positioned ourselves in the community to work with several public and private school music programs. With a focus on building strong, lasting relationships, the Conservatory's instructors nurture their students to grow and realize their fullest potential. Instructors uphold the highest teaching standards and act in accordance with Grow Your Gift's Conservatory of Music policies and procedures. Teaching at Grow Your Gift Conservatory of Music is most ideal for those who desire to teach music in a flexible setting. Instructors are contractors and are paid based on the number of hours they teach. We offer instruction in Fort Walton Beach, Navarre, and, Crestview. Key Responsibilities High standards of professionalism and professional ethics behaving with integrity, honesty, and respect that promotes the culture, values, and mission of Grow Your Gift Conservatory of Music Enthusiasm, commitment, and passion for teaching music Motivating students and encouraging progress Maintain regular and punctual attendance Excellent self-management and organizational skills Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new environments Effective communication with students, families, staff, and management. Responsiveness to work-related emails and phone calls. Excellent interpersonal skills Maintain a safe and positive learning environment for students. Basic Qualifications Must have music teaching and/or performance and theory experience. The most important qualifications are musical competence and knowledge of your instrument, including a commitment to, and an understanding of the teaching and learning process. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Teach private music lessons in-studio and virtually on specified platforms and required materials OR Teach group music classes within your area of expertise and demonstrated experience Train, rehearse, and lead students in school and community music programs Preparing lessons concerning individual students' unique goals and interests Maintain student progress and attendance records Evaluate student performance and provide feedback and assistance to improve their musical skills Assist in arranging performances/events and other programs for students' families and friends Advertising and marketing yourself as an instructor with the support of the Conservatory Additional Responsibilities Resourcefulness and the ability to make things happen Maintain student behavioral standards to ensure a productive and disciplined environment during group rehearsals, practices, and performances Ready to do the routine jobs as well as the exciting ones. What To Expect Instructors will set their consistent schedule for week-to-week learning. For one-on-one instruction, it may take time to develop a full student load and it's not uncommon for instructors to hold employment elsewhere. Once hired, instructors will submit their availability to schedule lessons. This schedule will be posted publicly and should not be changed except in extenuating circumstances. Bi-monthly meetings are held on Saturday mornings. All staff members are required to attend to learn about upcoming events for your students and the progress of the company. Once instructors have thoroughly understood their roles and responsibilities, the position becomes largely autonomous except for occasional observations and feedback. Teaching music is where your heart lies. Understanding this, instructors are only responsible for two administrative tasks: 1. Entering attendance each day for every student on the roster. 2. Responding to all correspondence via email, phone, and Opus Messenger promptly. Compensation Hourly rates are $20.00 - $26.00, are paid per teaching hour, and are based on education level, performance experience, and teaching experience. Wage increases are based on customer feedback, average student retention, duration with the company, and overall contribution to the Conservatory's success in accordance with Grow Your Gift Conservatory of Music's values. Equal Opportunity Employer