Job Description

Dear Candidate,

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We are looking for a passionate and accomplished Carnatic Music Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in Carnatic music, a genuine interest in teaching, and the ability to inspire students across different age groups and levels of musical proficiency.

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The role involves planning and delivering structured Carnatic music lessons, nurturing students' musical abilities, and creating an engaging learning environment rooted in Indian musical traditions and values.

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Key Responsibilities

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- Teach Carnatic vocal music to students across different age groups and learning levels.
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- Develop structured lesson plans covering swaras, alankaras, geethams, varnams, kritis, theory, tala and regular practice routines.
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- Adapt teaching methods based on individual students' age, learning pace and musical ability.
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- Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback and personalised guidance.
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- Develop students' understanding of raga, tala, swara, rhythm and Carnatic music theory .
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- Encourage students to develop disciplined and consistent practice habits.
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- Prepare students for performances, assessments and cultural programmes, as required.
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- Introduce students to the traditional and devotional dimensions of Indian classical music.
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- Maintain a positive, disciplined and engaging classroom environment.
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- Collaborate with other teachers and programme coordinators to support students' overall development.
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- Contribute to music-related events, performances and cultural activities organised by the institution.
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Required Qualifications & Experience

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- Robust proficiency in Carnatic vocal music .
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- Minimum 5–7 years of dedicated training under a qualified Carnatic music guru.
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- Prior experience teaching children, adolescents and/or young adults .
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- Strong knowledge of Carnatic music fundamentals, ragas, talas, swaras and theory.
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- Ability to teach students from beginner to advanced levels.
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- Experience in music schools, residential schools, cultural institutions, gurukuls or performing arts academies will be an added advantage.
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- Formal qualifications in Carnatic music will be an advantage but are not mandatory where demonstrated expertise is strong.
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Preferred Skills

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- Excellent vocal technique and musical expression.
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- Strong teaching and presentation skills.
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- Ability to create structured and progressive learning programmes.
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- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
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- Patience and empathy when working with young learners.
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- Ability to motivate and inspire students.
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- Familiarity with devotional and temple music will be an added advantage.
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- Basic knowledge of music notation and music education methodologies is preferred.
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📌 Teacher (Coimbatore)
🏢 Isha Foundation
📍 Coimbatore