Commitment:

Minimum 1-year commitment

Compensation:

Based on teaching experience + skill set (discussed during interview)

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Experience:

teaching: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location:

In person(mobile lessons optional at higher pay rate)

New West Music is a busy, family-focused music school looking for a kind, reliable, and adaptable Piano Instructor who genuinely enjoys working with children and can also support teens/adults when needed.

We’re looking for teachers who can build strong rapport, keep lessons engaging, and deliver steady progress—whether a student is brand new, learning for fun, or working toward exams and long-term goals. If you’re the type of teacher who communicates well, shows up prepared, and wants a stable studio for the long run, you’ll fit in well here.

What you’ll do

Teach private piano lessons to children (and some teens/adults)

Create personalized lesson plans that match each student’s goals and learning style

Keep lessons fun, structured, and progress-focused

Communicate clearly with parents about progress and practice priorities

Collaborate with our team to support retention and student success

Prepare interested students for RCM exams (asset)

Must-have qualifications

Experience teaching piano (formal training or equivalent teaching experience)





Robust ability to teach young children with patience, structure, and warmth

Dependable and professional: punctual, prepared, and consistent

Comfortable teaching multiple styles (classical + contemporary; pop/rock/jazz, EDM basics)

Good communication with parents and staff

Willing to commit to a minimum 1-year term

Strong assets (preferred)

Familiarity with RCM curriculum and teaching toward examinations

Solid music theory knowledge

Ability to transcribe/arrange/adapt simple songs for student requests

Ability to teach a second instrument at a beginner–intermediate level (ukulele, guitar, drums, voice basics, etc.)

Experience working in a music school or studio environment

What success looks like at New West Music

You build trust quickly with children and families

Students feel motivated and supported (and parents feel informed)

You’re flexible and solutions-oriented with different learning needs

You attend teacher meetings and support students at recitals.

Join Our Team
We’re seeking passionate professionals to join our growing music school. If you’re a dedicated educator looking to make a meaningful impact and build a rewarding career in the Vancouver music scene, we want to hear from you!

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📌 Piano Instructor (British Columbia)
🏢 New West Music
📍 British Columbia