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Piano Instructor

Pay:

CA$32.00 – CA$40.00 per hour

 

Schedule needed:

Wednesdays & Thursdays (2–3 days per week to start)

 

Commitment:

Minimum 1-year commitment

 

Compensation:

Based on teaching experience + skill set (discussed during interview)

 

Perks:

On-site parking • Store discount • Performing opportunities

 

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

 

Experience:

teaching: 3 years (preferred)

 

Work Location:

In person (mobile lessons optional at higher pay rate)

 

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About the role

New West Music is a busy, family-focused music school looking for a kind, reliable, and adaptable Piano Instructor who genuinely enjoys working with children and can also support teens/adults when needed.

We’re looking for teachers who can build strong rapport, keep lessons engaging, and deliver steady progress—whether a student is brand new, learning for fun, or working toward exams and long-term goals. If you’re the type of teacher who communicates well, shows up prepared, and wants a stable studio for the long run, you’ll fit in well here.

 

What you’ll do

  • Teach private piano lessons to children (and some teens/adults)
  • Create personalized lesson plans that match each student’s goals and learning style
  • Keep lessons fun, structured, and progress-focused
  • Communicate clearly with parents about progress and practice priorities
  • Collaborate with our team to support retention and student success
  • Prepare interested students for RCM exams (asset)

 

Must-have qualifications

  • Experience teaching piano (formal training or equivalent teaching experience)
  • Strong ability to teach young children with patience, structure, and warmth
  • Dependable and professional: punctual, prepared, and consistent
  • Comfortable teaching multiple styles (classical + contemporary; pop/rock/jazz, EDM basics)
  • Good communication with parents and staff
  • Willing to commit to a minimum 1-year term

 

Strong assets (preferred)

  • Familiarity with RCM curriculum and teaching toward examinations
  • Solid music theory knowledge
  • Ability to transcribe/arrange/adapt simple songs for student requests
  • Ability to teach a second instrument at a beginner–intermediate level (ukulele, guitar, drums, voice basics, etc.)
  • Experience working in a music school or studio environment

 

What success looks like at New West Music

  • You build trust quickly with children and families
  • Students feel motivated and supported (and parents feel informed)
  • You’re flexible and solutions-oriented with different learning needs
  • You attend teacher meetings and support students at recitals.

Join Our Team

We’re seeking passionate professionals to join our growing music school. If you’re a dedicated educator looking to make a meaningful impact and build a rewarding career in the Vancouver music scene, we want to hear from you!

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