Part-time Special Needs Music Instructor - Toronto, Canada - Mint Music - Toronto Guitar School

Mint Music - Toronto Guitar School

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Toronto, Canada

4 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Part time

Description

PART-TIME SPECIAL NEEDS MUSIC INSTRUCTOR

Summary

Supporting students with special needs including physical and development needs (e.g. ADHD, ADD, Tourette's Syndrome, ASD and behavioural and learning disorders.)

We are looking for a music instructor with at least 2 years experience supporting students with physical and development needs to join our talented and diverse roster of music teachers at our music school and recording studio facilities located near Yonge and Dundas.

You are a seasoned guitar teacher and performance artist who is able to teach other basic instruments such as bass, ukulele, piano or voice as part of our growing teaching staff working with a diverse range of students with different backgrounds, ages and abilities.

About Mint Music and Toronto Guitar School:

At our organisation, we recognize that many students feel more comfortable and empowered when learning from instructors who share their lived experiences.

We are proud that our instructors represent various facets of diversity, including race, gender, age, physical abilities and language.

We aim to create an inclusive environment where all students can freely express themselves, ask questions, and build confidence in their musical abilities.

Responsibilities and Duties

Provide excellent lessons and care towards students with development needs, creating unique lesson plans proficiently oriented towards the needs of each student
Create an inspiring and positive learning environment for all lessons, classes, bands and workshops that you instruct.
Follow instructions and memos from school director and administration staff, attend staff meetings and occasional one on one discussions with the school director, open to sharing your feedback and suggestions regarding school procedures, programming, school supplies and new equipment purchases when asked.
Take daily attendance, making lesson notes and assigning student homework using My Music Staff Software
Be flexible and quick to modify your lesson plans and approach as needed based on feedback you receive from your students, parents, school admin staff or school director.
Provide periodic progress updates for students or administration upon request
Write clear and concise lesson notes, creating recordings, professional music charts and other relevant supportive materials to student, admin staff and substitute teachers when necessary.
Communicate with administration and students in a timely manner when attendance, scheduling or other issues arise so that problems can be resolved quickly.
Prepare students for end of term school concerts, performances and competitions
Must be able to work weekday afternoons, evenings and weekends on a set schedule to be determined upon employment

Qualifications and Skills

Experience working with individuals with developmental delays and neurological disorders
Exceptional listening and verbal communication skills.
Detail oriented and strong organisational skills required.
Outgoing and confident personality in teaching private lessons, bands, group classes and workshops.
Proven track record of high student retention in previous teaching positions
Able to teach electric and acoustic guitar to all levels of players and possess both yourself.
Familiarity with and playing proficiency in most popular music genres (Rock, Jazz, Heavy Metal, Indie, Country, Folk etc.)
Ability to read music and write charts using software for students at an advanced level.
A team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent creative problemsolving abilities and a can do attitude.
Post-Secondary diploma or degree; At least 5 years experience.
Experienced, outgoing and confident in teaching adults, children and teens in private lessons, group classes, bands and workshop settings.
Ability to prepare for University, College or RCM auditions up to ARCT level.
Adept and experienced at teaching lessons online at the school and have a quality at home set up to teach through Zoom when required.
As an independent contractor you will be responsible for submitting your invoices to the school office that are processed on a monthly basis.

Preferred Skills

The ability to teach and perform bass as a secondary highly preferred
Secondary teachable instruments such as drums, keyboards and vocals especially useful in band settings.
Experience with sound editing and recording equipment (e.g. mixing consoles) is a plus.
Working knowledge of recording software and hardware (e.g. Pro Tools) is also helpful.
Working with individuals with special needs: 1 year

Benefits