Piano Teacher

**‘At Novar Music, we believe in the power of enriching lives through music’**

We know that music is a spectacular avenue to develop skills, personal growth, confidence, and resilience. These are our superpowers Through our carefully developed programs, Novar musicians are inspired by the world around them and excited to explore their creativity. They love music and are connect to a community of musicians. They grow personal skills and confidence and are each supported to achieve personal excellence. We believe that music can deliver lifetime joy

We are looking for exceptional people to teach engaging individual instrumental lessons in Adelaide, South Australia. In this role you will work in a dedicated team of educators to deliver our programs to musicians from 5 years of age through to adults

We seek efficient, vibrant teachers of music who are passionate about the transformational benefits of music.

**In this role you will**:

- Inspire new and developing musicians weekly teaching individual instrumental lessons.
- Prepare musicians for successful and engaging performances, supporting them in their journey
- Demonstrate your personal support and dedication to each musician by being present at all recitals, performances, and Novar events.
- Prepare individual lessons and materials
- Contribute regularly to our Team Educator Trello board and maintain your individual Educator Board
- Attend and engage fully in our online and in person team catch ups and professional development
- Further your own musicianship and educational skills as you reach for your passions and strive to be the best educator you can be.

**Attributes for Success**:
We are seeking a positive, enthusiastic team member who wholeheartedly believes that music can change a person’s life.

To be successful in this role you must demonstrate that you have:

- A desire to make a real impact. You adore working with people and find no greater pleasure than helping to develop their confidence and life skills. You understand that learning occurs when people are enjoying their learning.
- A natural, welcoming approach to forming relationships with parents. You are approachable and confident when speaking with parents and musicians. They respect your ability to communicate with ease and make them feel like a part of the Novar Family.
- An efficient and organised work ethic. You love nothing more than being well-prepared and organised for your lessons. You understand that excellent preparation opens the door for creativity and spontaneity in the moment.
- You are fully present for each lesson. You make eye-contact, listen to each musician and leave no possibility for distraction when you are with them.
- A passion for bringing out the best in each person. Each musician is unique and deserves to be treated that way. You understand the importance of developing a program of learning that is tailored and engaging for each musician, allowing them to be successful and inspiring them to their future pathway.
- Positive, enthusiastic energy. You are able to leave your own agenda at the door and enter each class with a fresh sense of excitement and opportunity. Your love of music is infectious, and your musicians feed off your enthusiasm
- Commitment to the Team. Our team is the core of everything that happens at Novar Music. You are generous, creative and caring towards your fellow team members which uplifts the entire studio.

**The Essentials**:

- The ability to teach engaging, holistic, excellent, individual instrumental lessons
- Reliable transportation
- Individual ABN
- Current Working with Children clearance or be willing to gain one
- Current Reporting Abuse and Neglect training or willingness to attain

**The Details**:

- We are seeking a subcontracted instrumental teacher to provide weekly half-hour lessons to musicians ranging from beginners to intermediate players. Musicians ages may range from five to adulthood (or as is appropriate for your instrument) Lessons are held in afternoon and evening sessions at each of our four metropolitan locations and online
- Music or education qualifications preferred but not required if you are the right fit for our team. Teaching experience is favoured but not essential f you are the right fit for our team, mentoring will be provided
- We value a collaborative, supported team environment, and provide regular professional development opportunities and mentoring for optimal educational outcomes
- Head office arranges all marketing, billing, scheduling, communication, and performance opportunities, freeing you up to truly focus on being the best educator you can be
- Payments are made via direct deposit in week four of each term

**To Apply**:
**Job Type**: Contract

**Salary**: $36.00 - $41.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Employee mentoring program
- Professional development assistance

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

- We teach weekday afternoons. What afternoons are you a