Piano Teacher

GHM Music Group, founded in 2014, provides high-quality private music lessons both in person and online. The team offers a popular “we come to you” service, enabling students to learn on the instruments they use for daily practice. Online lessons are delivered via platforms such as Skype and Zoom, reaching learners as far as Shanghai and Auckland, with teachers fully trained for digital instruction. Originally a small South African business, GHM Music Group has grown through partnerships with universities like WITS to support and develop new teachers. The dedicated office team tracks every lesson with digital homework sheets and monitors student progress weekly.

Role Description

The Piano Teacher role is a full-time hybrid position based in the Johannesburg Metropolitan Area, with a combination of on-site lessons at students’ locations and some work from home for online teaching and preparation. Day-to-day responsibilities include planning and delivering individualized piano lessons, teaching core music theory and technique, and adapting lesson content for students of different ages and skill levels. The Piano Teacher will conduct both in-person and online sessions, maintain detailed records of student progress, and prepare digital homework or practice plans after each lesson. The role also involves communicating regularly with the office and families, contributing to curriculum improvements, and ensuring a positive, motivating learning environment.

Qualifications

• Strong piano performance abilities, including proficiency in Piano Playing and Piano.
• Experience in Piano Education and Music Education, with a focus on structured lesson planning and student development.
• Solid understanding of Music Theory and its application to practical piano instruction.
• Previous teaching or tutoring experience, ideally in private lesson or small-group settings.
• Ability to teach effectively in both in-person and online formats, using tools such as Skype or Zoom.
• Excellent communication, patience, and interpersonal skills, with a learner-centered approach.
• Relevant music qualification or training (e.g., diploma, degree, or recognized certification) is highly beneficial.
• Reliable transportation for travel within the Johannesburg or Pretoria Metropolitan Area and access to a stable internet connection for remote work.