Royal Academy of Creative Arts
Company Description
Royal Academy of Creative Arts (RACA), founded in 2009 and formally registered in 2021, bridges the gap between academic excellence and creative skills development. The Academy has made a meaningful impact by enabling individuals to pursue creative passions alongside their professional careers. Offering a diverse range of programs, RACA specializes in Music, Dance and Drama with additional programs in Fine Arts and Graphics Design and IT. The institution is dedicated to cultivating creativity in learners of all ages.
Job Description: Piano Instructor (Lusaka, Zambia)
Organization: Royal Academy of Creative Arts
Location: Hybrid (Initial Remote/Online & Roma/Kabulonga Hub)
Position Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Reports to: Director of Studies
Position Overview
Royal Academy of Creative Arts is expanding its premier creative arts education to the Zambian market.
We are seeking a highly skilled, technologically adept, and pedagogically sound Piano Instructor to spearhead our Lusaka launch. The successful candidate will initially deliver high-quality 1-on-1 and group lessons online, transitioning into a physical faculty role at our upcoming campus in the Roma/Kabulonga corridor.
This role is critical for establishing our brand as the elite alternative to incumbent institutions by prioritizing international certification success and modern performance standards.
Key Responsibilities
Curriculum Delivery: Provide specialized piano instruction to a diverse demographic, primarily children and teens from Lusaka’s international school community.
Certification Stewardship: Prepare students for international examinations, specifically ABRSM, Trinity College London, UNISA and Rockschool (Grades 1–8), ensuring high merit and distinction rates.
Digital Instruction: Conduct high-bandwidth, professional online lessons using the Academy’s LMS and digital tools, ensuring student engagement despite potential connectivity challenges.
Market Growth: Act as a brand ambassador during Phase 1, participating in introductory webinars and virtual recitals to build the Roma/Kabulonga student base.
Physical Transition: Assist in the setup of the physical piano studio in Roma, including advising on instrument procurement and acoustic requirements.
Required Qualifications & Skills
Academic Credential:
A Bachelor’s degree in Music (Piano Performance or Pedagogy) or a minimum of an ABRSM/Rockschool Grade 8 (Performance and Theory).
Examination Expertise:
Proven track record of documented high pass rates for your current or past students.
Technological Proficiency:
Experience with online teaching platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, or specialized Music LMS) and a baseline understanding of digital audio/video setups for music.
Local Market Knowledge:
Familiarity with the Lusaka educational landscape (LICS, AISL, ISL, etc.) is highly preferred.
Adaptability:
Ability to maintain professional standards during national infrastructure challenges (e.g., utilizing backup power/solar systems for online lessons).
Why Join Royal Academy of Creative Arts Zambia?
Strategic Growth: Join a fast-growing regional brand with zero-rent overhead, allowing for highly competitive faculty compensation.
Infrastructure: Work from a teaching hub equipped with dedicated high-speed fiber and reliable solar/inverter backup power.
Prestige: Build a career within a high-net-worth demographic (Diplomatic and Professional sectors) in Lusaka’s most affluent neighborhoods.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit a CV and a cover letter detailing their experience with with teaching Piano both in-Person and Online. Send to admin@royalcaa.com.