Clarendon Hills Music Academy is hiring: Voice and/or Piano Teacher: Teach in Co

At Clarendon Hills Music Academy (CHMA), we’re redefining music education. Our mission is to blend solid technical training with a contemporary, innovative approach that empowers students to create, explore, and grow as musicians.

We’re looking for creative Voice and/or Piano Instructors who can offer more than just great lessons—they can inspire the next generation of music creators. If you’re someone with a strong technical foundation who also knows how to make music feel relevant and fresh, we’d love to hear from you.

WHY TEACHING AT CH MUSIC ACADEMY CAN BE INSPIRING?

• A Creative Culture. Music is at the core of everything we do. This is where tradition meets innovation—combining solid technique with exciting, real-world music-making.

• Spaces That Inspire. Our studios are big, welcoming, and equipped with recording tech, making it easy to inspire creativity in your students (and yourself).

• Focus on What Matters. We celebrate a balance of discipline, creativity, and contemporary artistry in every lesson.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING AS A CHMA VOICE TEACHER

• Blend Technique with Artistry: Teach vocal fundamentals—breath control, tone, and sight-singing—while encouraging modern performance styles like pop, R&B, rock, and jazz.

• Fuel Creative Expression: Help students improvise, experiment, and connect with music that feels personal to them.

• Mentor Artists: Guide students in developing their voice as a tool for both technical excellence and creative exploration.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING AS A CHMA PIANO TEACHER

• Lay a Solid Foundation: Teach essential skills like technique, sight-reading, and music theory while also exploring contemporary styles.

• Make Music Modern: Introduce students to playing with chords, inversions, and improvisation to make music-making more versatile and relevant.

• Spark Creativity: Encourage creativity by helping students experiment with music creation.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

• Technical Excellence. You have a strong grasp of traditional music skills like sight-reading, music theory, and proper technique.

• Contemporary Expertise. You’re confident teaching modern styles and incorporating improvisation, chord progressions, and creativity into lessons.

• Inspiring Educators. You know how to motivate students to love learning and build their confidence in and out of the studio.

• Adaptable Approach. You can work with diverse age groups and tailor your lessons to fit individual needs.

• Professionalism. You’re reliable, consistent, and can form positive connections with both students and parents.

• Availability. Weekdays from 3 PM to 9 PM are when the magic happens.

COMPENSATION

We offer a competitive rate of $37.00/hour (Core Lesson Program) and $42.00/hour (Premier Lesson Program) for teaching time.

FINAL THOUGHT:

At CH Music Academy, we’re not just teaching music; we’re helping students discover what’s possible. If you’re passionate about combining technical training with innovative music-making and love inspiring the next wave of contemporary musicians, we want you on our team.

Let’s create something extraordinary together.