Job Description

We are looking for passionate piano teachers who are excited to develop professionally and would like the option of a long-term position with a projection to grow in the future.

From September, we have availability to work at our studio in Willesden:

- Tuesday evenings

- Saturday evenings from 4.45 pm

- Sunday evenings from 4.15 pm

We can also offer work on different evenings and/or weekend at students' homes in the surrounding areas.

Note there are no students booked yet for these slots, but we expect to fill them out within the first term of lessons.

About us

MMQ Piano Studio is a dynamic studio that expanded in NW London in 2018. Started with 25 students and has reached 200+ students between the studio and home visits. Our team counts 12 teachers, a headteacher, and a managing director. We keep growing at a very steady pace.

The teaching resources and methodology developed by MMQ for more than 8 years have proven solid, successful, and very engaging. The main purpose of MMQ is to offer a high-quality, holistic approach to piano learning.

A creative and innovative teaching approach is the core of our offer.

We teach through experimentation and aural understanding first; symbol, and theoretical explanation afterward.

Our philosophy about teaching piano and music, in general, is very important to us. You can check more information about us on our website www.mmqpianostudio.co.uk and our Instagram/ Facebook pages (MMQ Piano Studio)

We provide piano lessons to all ages and levels from 4 yo (and give training if wanted/needed to gain tools to teach young students 4/5 yo) We also give regular training for teachers to deliver our methods and pedagogical approach with confidence.

For the first three months there is extensive training and mentoring to learn our method and teach according to our teaching strategies.

If you adhere to our philosophy and values and see things the way we do, we might be a fit!

Main duties and responsibilities of the job

- Plan and deliver high-quality lessons that are appropriate to the level, age, and development of individual students.

- Commit to continuous professional development, through their own piano practice and attendance to professional development meetings delivered by MMQ. Be available for one-to-one meetings with the Headteacher by request.

- Provide regular feedback/guidance to parents on practice and students' evolution.

- Communicate consistently and effectively with students, parents, and the MMQ Managing Team.

- Write reports for each student at the end of the term.

- Follow policies established by the MMQ Managing Team.

- Other duties as assigned related to the job (prepare students for different performance opportunities, exams, etc)

Essential requirements

- A high standard of piano playing

(Minimum of undergraduate PIANO PERFORMANCE degree)

- Excellent communication skills, in both spoken and written English

- Piano teaching experience (although the Studio will provide continuous mentoring and support)

- The ability to work in a team

- High levels of enthusiasm for teaching and the desire (and/or experience) to work with children

- Valid working permit in the UK

- Extended DBS Checked or willing to take it

Preferred skills/qualifications include

- Piano Pedagogy related education (certificates, degrees, seminars etc)

- Experience in performing a variety of musical styles.

- Experience improvising or teaching in a creative way.

- Understanding of different music educators and their principles: Gordon and MLT, Dalcroze, Orff, Kodaly, Willems, Suzuki...

- Preschool Music teaching experience.

Rewards of the job

- At the studio, having all the students back to back, so no travel time wasted.

- For teachers traveling to students' homes, have the flexibility of creating your own schedule that fits your availability.

- Regular salary increases.

- Have the opportunity to focus on teaching, leaving all the administrative, marketing and organization tasks for MMQ.

- Access to an extensive library and the use of a vast source of teaching materials

- Be part of a like-minded team, where we learn from each other, having the opportunity to discuss problems and gain teaching ideas in the regular team meetings.

- Receive free Piano Pedagogy training on an ongoing basis.

- The potential of a solid job: MMQ has started the process of franchising and experienced MMQ teachers can have the opportunity to open their own MMQ school with all the support needed.

This is what some teachers say about us:

"My experience as a piano teacher at MMQ is being highly positive and enriching. The school offers the environment to share and discuss all aspects of teaching such as technique, improvisation, repertoire, scales, study techniques, and so on. The methodology is very complete, and Marta offers very good tools to incorporate all the different aspects of it, as well as constant support when needed. The workshops, the teachers network and all of the students' activities make the school a place to grow and develop professionally."

"Having worked at MMQ Piano School, I can attest to its outstanding teacher development program. Regular training sessions and development opportunities not only enhance teaching skills but also nurture musicianship. The warm, familial atmosphere fosters strong bonds among colleagues, providing ample opportunities for socialising. What sets MMQ apart is its culture of care; there's no competition, just genuine support among teachers. Highly recommend for anyone seeking a nurturing teaching environment."

"Working at MMQ Piano Studio, a teacher will be set on a developmental trajectory well grounded in theory, practice and material. The care with which Marta Maroto has crafted MMQ's method, heavily informed primarily by her extensive pedagogical experience but equally by her research into the various pedagogies of music education, shows at every step of the way. The monthly teachers meetings always presented a new idea, method or material (or all three!) and their practical nature kept them engaging. A teacher can expect to get everything they need in terms of training, method, materials and any further support required."

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: 30.00-37.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday Weekend availability
Education:

Bachelor's (preferred)
Experience:

Teaching: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 08/09/2025