Private Piano Instructor
Hockaday, Dallas, TX, United States
Position Description (What you will do):
The Hockaday School is seeking a passionate and skilled Piano Instructor to join our Private Music Lessons Program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in piano instruction, with expertise in various styles and genres. The Piano Instructor will be responsible for guiding students in developing their piano technique, musicality, and performance skills.
You’re excited about this opportunity because you’ll....
Provide individualized Piano lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels
Create and implement tailored lesson plans to address each student’s developmental needs and goals
Instruct students in piano technique, music theory, sight-reading, rhythm, and musical interpretation
Select appropriate repertoire across a variety of styles and genres
Foster a supportive and collaborative learning environment where students feel encouraged to explore their musical abilities
Prepare students for performances, auditions, and competitions as needed
Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to facilitate continuous improvement
Communicate effectively with students and families regarding goals, progress, and practice expectations
Stay current with trends and developments in piano pedagogy, repertoire, and performance practices
Collaborate with other music instructors and staff members to coordinate recitals, workshops, and other events
Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and repertoire
Uphold program policies, scheduling expectations, and professional standards
Other duties as assigned
We’re excited about you because you have...
Bachelor’s degree in Music, Piano Performance, or related field, Master’s degree preferred
Proven experience teaching piano students across a range of age and skill levels
Strong understanding of music theory, technique, and pedagogy
Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning styles
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their full potential
Organization skills with attention to detail
Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a positive work environment
Availability to teach during flexible hours, including after school
Commitment to being a supportive, respectful, and energetic colleague and mentor
Must have the ability to work in a school environment through satisfactory completion of all legally required and School-required background and screening checks and verifications, including criminal and sex offender background checksMust have the ability to work in a school environment through satisfactory completion of all legally required and School-required background and screening checks and verifications, including criminal and sex offender background checks.
Why you'll love working at Hockaday...
You’ll join a mission-driven, joyful community that believes deeply in the limitless potential of girls.
We are a community grounded in the Hockaday Cornerstones—character, courtesy, scholarship, and athletics—and you’ll bring these values to life in your daily work.
We are energized by meaningful challenges, embrace a growth mindset, and seek creative solutions that positively impact our students.
We honor our rich traditions while embracing innovation across all areas of the School.
We value diverse perspectives and cultivate an environment where every voice is respected and every community member feels they belong.
We work collaboratively, support one another, and take pride in the strong professional relationships that define our community.
We offer competitive compensation and insurance packages, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability benefits.
Lunch is provided daily during the school year.
We value professional development and offer extensive opportunities for you to grow, including networking with colleagues, conducting research with college professors, and even traveling the world!
In this role, you will....
Participate in all requisite School trainings prior to the start of the school, and throughout the School year.
Attend required staff development and training sessions throughout the year
Attend periodic in-service meetings
Acknowledge receipt of the current Employee Handbook and are responsible for reviewing the contents and abiding by rules, policies and procedures stated in the Handbook or otherwise by the School
Abide by Hockaday’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
Commit to the ideals expressed in Hockaday’s Tenets of Faculty Excellence
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Regularly works in standard office or classroom conditions and climate
Regularly uses close and distance vision, including working at a computer screen for extended periods of time; ability to observe students from various distances
Frequently required to move around the office/classroom; works at a desk for extended periods of time
Ability to occasionally move items weighing up to 30lbs. across the campus/classroom/office
Ability to periodically support before and after-school or weekend events
Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with students, fellow staff and community members
About The Hockaday School:
The Hockaday School is an independent, college preparatory school for girls of strong potential and diverse backgrounds who may be expected to assume positions of responsibility and leadership in a rapidly changing world. With an enrollment of more than 1,100 students, The Hockaday School is the nation’s largest prekindergarten through grade 12 independent girls’ school. Ranked among the country’s finest college preparatory schools, it was founded over a century ago and continues today to build on its original Four Cornerstones: Character, Courtesy, Scholarship, and Athletics.
Hockaday’s faculty are recognized as experienced leaders in their field and students in every grade benefit from outstanding faculty and access to unmatched resources. Families who choose Hockaday care deeply about providing their daughters with a comprehensive and rigorous education, both inside and outside the classroom. Hockaday’s student body reflects the diversity that is deeply valued by the School.
Limitations and Disclaimer:
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. This job description reflects administration’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts administration’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
The Hockaday School is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy not to discriminate, and to comply with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable protected classification.
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The Hockaday School is seeking a passionate and skilled Piano Instructor to join our Private Music Lessons Program. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in piano instruction, with expertise in various styles and genres. The Piano Instructor will be responsible for guiding students in developing their piano technique, musicality, and performance skills.
You’re excited about this opportunity because you’ll....
Provide individualized Piano lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels
Create and implement tailored lesson plans to address each student’s developmental needs and goals
Instruct students in piano technique, music theory, sight-reading, rhythm, and musical interpretation
Select appropriate repertoire across a variety of styles and genres
Foster a supportive and collaborative learning environment where students feel encouraged to explore their musical abilities
Prepare students for performances, auditions, and competitions as needed
Monitor student progress and provide constructive feedback to facilitate continuous improvement
Communicate effectively with students and families regarding goals, progress, and practice expectations
Stay current with trends and developments in piano pedagogy, repertoire, and performance practices
Collaborate with other music instructors and staff members to coordinate recitals, workshops, and other events
Maintain accurate records of student attendance, progress, and repertoire
Uphold program policies, scheduling expectations, and professional standards
Other duties as assigned
We’re excited about you because you have...
Bachelor’s degree in Music, Piano Performance, or related field, Master’s degree preferred
Proven experience teaching piano students across a range of age and skill levels
Strong understanding of music theory, technique, and pedagogy
Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual learning styles
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to motivate and inspire students to achieve their full potential
Organization skills with attention to detail
Willingness to collaborate with colleagues and contribute to a positive work environment
Availability to teach during flexible hours, including after school
Commitment to being a supportive, respectful, and energetic colleague and mentor
Must have the ability to work in a school environment through satisfactory completion of all legally required and School-required background and screening checks and verifications, including criminal and sex offender background checksMust have the ability to work in a school environment through satisfactory completion of all legally required and School-required background and screening checks and verifications, including criminal and sex offender background checks.
Why you'll love working at Hockaday...
You’ll join a mission-driven, joyful community that believes deeply in the limitless potential of girls.
We are a community grounded in the Hockaday Cornerstones—character, courtesy, scholarship, and athletics—and you’ll bring these values to life in your daily work.
We are energized by meaningful challenges, embrace a growth mindset, and seek creative solutions that positively impact our students.
We honor our rich traditions while embracing innovation across all areas of the School.
We value diverse perspectives and cultivate an environment where every voice is respected and every community member feels they belong.
We work collaboratively, support one another, and take pride in the strong professional relationships that define our community.
We offer competitive compensation and insurance packages, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-term disability benefits.
Lunch is provided daily during the school year.
We value professional development and offer extensive opportunities for you to grow, including networking with colleagues, conducting research with college professors, and even traveling the world!
In this role, you will....
Participate in all requisite School trainings prior to the start of the school, and throughout the School year.
Attend required staff development and training sessions throughout the year
Attend periodic in-service meetings
Acknowledge receipt of the current Employee Handbook and are responsible for reviewing the contents and abiding by rules, policies and procedures stated in the Handbook or otherwise by the School
Abide by Hockaday’s Code of Ethics and Conduct
Commit to the ideals expressed in Hockaday’s Tenets of Faculty Excellence
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
Regularly works in standard office or classroom conditions and climate
Regularly uses close and distance vision, including working at a computer screen for extended periods of time; ability to observe students from various distances
Frequently required to move around the office/classroom; works at a desk for extended periods of time
Ability to occasionally move items weighing up to 30lbs. across the campus/classroom/office
Ability to periodically support before and after-school or weekend events
Ability to maintain appropriate boundaries with students, fellow staff and community members
About The Hockaday School:
The Hockaday School is an independent, college preparatory school for girls of strong potential and diverse backgrounds who may be expected to assume positions of responsibility and leadership in a rapidly changing world. With an enrollment of more than 1,100 students, The Hockaday School is the nation’s largest prekindergarten through grade 12 independent girls’ school. Ranked among the country’s finest college preparatory schools, it was founded over a century ago and continues today to build on its original Four Cornerstones: Character, Courtesy, Scholarship, and Athletics.
Hockaday’s faculty are recognized as experienced leaders in their field and students in every grade benefit from outstanding faculty and access to unmatched resources. Families who choose Hockaday care deeply about providing their daughters with a comprehensive and rigorous education, both inside and outside the classroom. Hockaday’s student body reflects the diversity that is deeply valued by the School.
Limitations and Disclaimer:
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. This job description reflects administration’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts administration’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.
The Hockaday School is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy not to discriminate, and to comply with all applicable state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, veteran status, or other applicable protected classification.
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