About the role
Come work at a place where you have a direct impact on the quality of life for Kent residents, business owners and visitors alike!
Piano Instructor (Kent Parks & Recreation, Kent Commons)
Part-time
Qualifications:
Must be at least 18 years of age
Experience in working with kids, teens, and adults
Experience and knowledge of piano and music theory
Pay: $30.00 - 33.00/hr
Responsibilities:
Class goals are to improve upon/learn piano technique and skills, foster and appreciation for music, and engage in self-expression in a safe through music
Develop and deliver developmentally appropriate piano lessons
If you have a knowledge and understanding of piano fundamentals and passion for and experience teaching. This is a year-round part-time role starting asap. There are multiple opportunities to extend.
In this role, the Piano Instructor at Kent Commons will lead participants through 30-minute piano lessons. Class goals are to improve upon/learn piano technique and skills, foster and appreciation for music, and engage in self-expression in a safe through music. Music recitals are held in early December and late May.
Schedule:
Monday-Friday Afterschool hours 4pm-8:30pm.
Possible Saturday afternoons-early evening
Start Date:
July/August
Piano Instructor duties and responsibilities include:
• Develop and deliver developmentally appropriate piano lessons. Instructors are expected to plan lesson curriculum.
• Plan, lead, and implement course appropriate activities for each lesson, focusing on technique development.
• Complete required administrative reports, such as attendance logs and incident reports.
• Must pass a WSP criminal background check.
Location
• Kent Commons Community Center
We are actively interviewing for this role, so if this role is a good fit for you, please submit an application.
Temporary employees with the City of Kent do not receive insurance or time off benefits outside of those which are legally mandated. In certain instances, temporary employees may be eligible for retirement benefits through the State of Washington’s Department of Retirement Systems.
The City of Kent is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Aplyr's read
The City of Kent is a dynamic municipal government in Washington State, ideal for those passionate about community service and public sector roles.
What's promising
- •The City of Kent offers stable employment with comprehensive benefits typical of government positions.
- •Opportunities for career growth in diverse departments like public works and community development.
- •Engagement in meaningful work that directly impacts local communities and residents.
What to watch
- •Government roles may involve bureaucratic processes, potentially slowing decision-making.
- •Limited public information about advancement opportunities within specific departments.
- •Budget constraints can affect project funding and resource allocation.
Why City of Kent
- •The City of Kent emphasizes community engagement and development through its services.
- •Employees can experience a wide range of roles from public safety to environmental management.
- •As a municipal government, the City of Kent provides a direct connection to local governance and policy implementation.
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About City of Kent
The City of Kent is a municipal government located in Washington State, providing various services to its residents, including public safety, parks and recreation, and community development.
