Description

Punahou School’s Extended Learning Programs are an important extension of a broad, deep, and balanced educational program. Student engagement in learning can be heightened by a rich extracurricular and co-curricular life, and our after school programs provide students with ample opportunities for exploration, experiencing, example and excellence/expertise. 
The Music School collaborates to fulfill an important part of the Punahou School mission: to develop and enhance creativity and appreciation of the arts. The Music School is seeking passionate and experienced teachers, who are committed to excellence in teaching and learning. A Music School Teacher will:

• Instruct private and group violin lessons and classes
• Assess students
• Plan and organize resources for lessons
• Select appropriate repertoire (sometimes in relation to assessments/examinations/competitions)
• Adapt lesson resources and tailor teaching methods to the needs of the individual
• Provide an effective, varied, and enjoyable range of activities to further students’ musical and technical abilities
• Set clear goals for student progress and self-assessment
• Complete written feedback reports and assessments
• Encourage students to perform in weekly recitals and studio recitals
• Organize annual studio or inter-studio recitals
• Communicate with parents and academic staff and network to maintain contacts
• Attend faculty meetings
• Teach with the use of technology when appropriate
• Keep up-to-date knowledge of pedagogy research and resources
• Be an active member in professional organizations
• Be active in the music teaching community

Position Details:

• Work Year: 10.5 Months
• School Year: 2026-2027
• Work Hours: Monday - Saturday, hours will vary based on scheduled lessons
• Starting Hourly Rate*: $51.20/Hour

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in music or combination of education and experience. Master’s degree preferred. 
• Three (3) years of successful teaching experience in a private setting preferred. 
• Demonstrated performance and teaching skills.  
• Suzuki violin teacher training and background strongly preferred.
• An enthusiasm for music and an ability to inspire students’ life-long love and learning of music.
• A willingness to collaborate and learn together with fellow teaching colleagues.
• A commitment to continual professional development.
• Highly effective communication skills, both interpersonal and written communication.