Violin Instructor – East Valley School of Music (Chandler, AZ) – job post

Violin Instructor – East Valley School of Music (Chandler, AZ) Pay: $35/hour (in‑studio) $45/hour (in‑home) Independent Contractor In‑Person Teaching Calling all passionate string instructors! East Valley School of Music (EVSM) — the premier music school in the East Valley — is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic Violin Instructor to join our team at our 16‑studio facility in Chandler (4835 S. Arizona Ave., Chandler 85248). Right now, we have an opening for any weekday or Saturday. You need to be available to teach approximately 3:00–8:00 PM on weekdays (or 10:00–4:00 PM on Saturdays). At this time, we have a particular need for an instructor available on Wednesdays and Fridays. In addition to teaching at our facility, in‑home lessons starting at $45/hour are also available upon hiring for instructors interested in expanding their schedule. We’re looking for a teacher who loves sharing the joy of music, values strong foundations, and enjoys working with motivated students in a supportive, organized school environment. Why Teach at East Valley School of Music? STOP SPENDING YOUR TIME ON ADMIN TASKS — FOCUS ON TEACHING! We handle the business side so you can do what you do best. $35/hour — higher pay than most music schools can offer $45/hour for in‑home lessons (optional upon hiring) Back‑to‑back lessons — no driving around town or gaps in your schedule Billing, scheduling, and parent communication handled for you Teach in a professional, spacious, fully equipped music school Large 1,600 sq ft performance hall available for recitals Multiple solo & collaborative performance opportunities for students Instructor bio, photo, and resume featured on our website Flexible scheduling within our available teaching days EVSM has served over 2,700 families since 2006 and offers private lessons in piano, guitar, voice, strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion. Our 4,800 sq ft building features 16 teaching rooms and a dedicated performance hall — a comfortable, organized environment where teachers are valued. We hire instructors as independent contractors, not employees. Music degree strongly preferred. Ability to read music proficiently. Must have a minimum of 2 years teaching experience. Must have a resume and 1 letter of recommendation from a school, teaching studio, or colleague. Must be a U.S. citizen. We cannot hire instructors with temporary work visas. Responsibilities Teach individual violin lessons, primarily to students ages 7–17 Provide instruction in music reading, technique, theory, and performance skills Use curriculum while customizing lessons to each student’s needs Follow school policies and collaborate with our teaching team Optional: teach group classes (not required) Qualifications Music degree strongly preferred Minimum 2 years teaching experience Must read music proficiently Must be a U.S. citizen (we cannot hire temporary visa holders) How to Apply Please email a few paragraphs about your musical background, teaching philosophy, and why you’d be a great addition to our staff. Attach your resume. Qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. Job Details Job Type: Part‑time, Contract Pay: $35/hour Contract Length: Ongoing (more than 1 year) Hours per week: 10+ Work Remotely: No Benefits: Employee discount, flexible schedule Ideal Candidate: Dependable, people‑oriented, enjoys working with students and collaborating with colleagues Work Location: In person Job Types: Part-time, Contract Pay: $35.00 per hour Benefits: Employee discount Flexible schedule Work Location: In person