GUITAR TEACHER

Job description
Guitar Teachers

The Guitar is an iconic part of our cultural fabric, and a fun and enjoyable instrument to play at all skill levels. It helps to build concepts of harmony, can be enjoyed with as few as 3 learned chords, and fits into practically every style of music on earth. It is, without doubt, one of the most popular instruments of our time.

Guitar has always been a crucial part of the experience here at Merriam, and our department’s guitar lessons consistently produce excellent players.

At our music school, joining our team as a guitar instructor isn’t just a job; it’s a career. There’s room to grow your salary, explore your own musical journey, and hone your skills as a professional educator.

You’ll work with a professional administrative team to ensure that schedules are well planned, students are well-matched, tools and training are there when you need them, and that above all, your work as an educator is recognized by all stakeholders.

As you gain experience, training, and skills, you’ll have the opportunity to advance within the school and play increasingly important roles in helping to shape students’ lives and the future of the school.

A Guitar instructor position at Merriam is evidence that a “music teacher job” doesn’t need to be part-time, temporary, or unfulfilling. In fact, it’s entirely the opposite, and to learn more, we hope that you’ll apply to join our team.

Job Responsibilities

Guitar Teachers

We welcome all styles of guitarist to apply: whether your background is electric thrashing, classical or flamenco, acoustic, a virtuosic soloing machine, or a smooth jazz legend.

And, we’re seeking out two very unique and valuable types of guitarists for our school: full and part-time core instructors, and professional performers who connect less frequently.

Firstly, our academy of music is built upon the long-term commitment of our teaching staff. Many of our core teachers have been with the school for over a decade, and our most engaged and successful teachers consider this a professional home and a place to foster their career.

But additionally, we are also seeking professional performers with active music-industry careers who find satisfaction in sharing their knowledge and enhancing their income in a flexible, credible way. These artists act as adjudicators, guest lecturers, course contributors, remote coaches for elite students, and content contributors.

Our teachers hail from throughout the GTA, including Etobicoke, Markham, Richmond Hill, North York, Hamilton, Burlington, Oakville, Mississauga, Toronto, Vaughan, Brampton, Scarborough, and more. As we expand online however, we’d love to hear from you regardless of where you are, from Dartmouth to Brantford, Guelph to Gatineau, Alberta to Quebec, Stouffville to Saskatoon, Port Coquitlam to Port Dover.

WORKING AT MERRIAM

Merriam Music is an equal opportunity employer who has a long track record of fostering growth for its employees, sculpting job opportunities that build upon each individual’s strengths. While other businesses may claim a similar culture, few can boast that their entire first and second management levels are made up of 10+ year employees.

Our workplace is supportive, with open-door policies with all direct managers and support for all employees when and where needed. Whether that be mentoring and coaching so that you can achieve maximum job success, or being responsive to personal needs and challenges, our employees are the strength of our business, and we treat you as such.

And finally, you’ll be heard. Ideas are welcomed and encouraged, and the best ideas are adopted regardless of who and where they come from. We all succeed when everyone is supported fairly and genuinely – and you’ll feel it from day one.

Guitar Teachers

APPLYING FOR A JOB

Please click the link to begin your application process. We ask that you attach a cover letter, and if you don’t have one, you’ll be given an opportunity to write a short introduction about yourself. You’ll be asked about your schedule preferences, earning expectations, your past experience, your resume, and your musical areas of strength. Read more