Job Title: Violin Teacher (Part-Time, Small Groups)
Location: Knoxville Montessori School | Knoxville, TN
Schedule: Tuesday–Thursday, 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
Position Summary:
Knoxville Montessori School is seeking a dedicated and experienced Violin Teacher to lead small group lessons for elementary and adolescent aged students in a nurturing, respectful, and student-centered environment. This part-time role supports the school’s broader commitment to cultivating creativity, self-expression, and musical literacy within a Montessori framework.
The ideal candidate will bring enthusiasm, structure, and a love of music-making to young learners, while tailoring instruction to meet a variety of skill levels. Teaching occurs during our before-school hours, and the program is intended to foster both musical growth and joyful community.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Teach small group violin lessons to children ages 6–18 in a developmentally appropriate, engaging manner.
- Create a consistent, welcoming routine that supports student confidence and musical growth.
- Foster foundational music skills such as posture, bow hold, tuning, rhythm, and listening.
- Differentiate instruction to support a range of experience levels within a group.
- Provide clear expectations for home/school practice, while keeping the tone supportive and positive.
- Communicate professionally and positively with school staff and families as needed.
- Maintain a clean, safe learning environment and help students care for instruments and materials.
Qualifications:
- Experience teaching violin to children in a group setting (preferably ages 6–18).
- Strong knowledge of violin technique and pedagogy (e.g., Suzuki, Kodály, traditional methods).
- Ability to create a calm, respectful, and joyful learning space.
- Punctuality, dependability, and effective communication skills.
- Must pass a background check and meet all school safety requirements.
- Bachelor’s degree in music or music education preferred, but equivalent experience considered.
Schedule & Compensation:
- Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays
- 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM
- Hourly pay based on experience
To Apply:
Submit cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references. Questions? Please contact HR@knoxmontessori.org
Join our team and help empower students to thrive in an authentic, inclusive Montessori environment.