Youth Guitar Teacher Needed - Part-Time Position

OPEN POSITION: 
Guitar Instructor


SCHEDULE: 
- Part-Time
- 1 or 2 Days per Week
- Flexible Options


STUDIO HOURS:
- Monday, 3:00pm to 8:00pm
- Tuesday, 3:00pm to 8:00pm
- Wednesday, 3:00pm to 8:00pm
- Thursday, 3:00pm to 8:00pm
- Saturday, 9:00am to 12:00pm


COMPENSATION: 
- $25 per Hour


LOCATION: 
- Chicago, Illinois
- 4900 W Elston Ave
- North Mayfair / Jefferson Park


ORGANIZATION PROFILE: 
UpBeat Music & Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that was founded in 2013 to help youth reach their fullest potential through music and the arts.  UpBeat believes economics should not be a barrier to music education, and the organization and its donors provide many scholarships to underserved youth every year.  Their teachers are a passionate group who make a difference in the lives of each and every student - they are not only outstanding musicians, but relate to young people and their unique needs.  Individual and peer-based small group learning environments help to facilitate social and emotional  growth, while students learn the fundamentals of music performance and theory, gaining confidence and self-esteem along the way.  UpBeat currently employs 17 instructors and is excited to welcome more teachers to their team!


POSITION DESCRIPTION: 
The new instructor will focus on guitar / fret instruction.  If the instructor is interested in giving voice and/or piano lessons, a small student base can also be provided in those areas.

The instructor will work with children ages 6 to young adult.  Nearly all lessons are in-person at the UpBeat studio, with virtual lessons only offered in special circumstances.

Overall duties include:

- teach 30-minute individual guitar lessons
- teach in group settings when needed
- teach theory, technique, performance, and composition
- utilize exercises and games to motivate students
- conduct ongoing assessments of achievements through formal and informal testing
- help to coordinate and support program activities
- contribute towards organizing activities, curriculum design, and student / parent feedback

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented musician to make a difference in the lives of youth through music.

While teaching experience is preferred, it's not required and full training will be provided.


REQUIREMENTS:
- proficiency in guitar performance
- strong understanding of music theory
- a passion for working with youth
- previous experience in music education, summer camps, or similar settings preferred
- previous teaching experience preferred
- formal music education or training
​​​​​​​- we are unable to consider self-taught musicians at this time


HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, please send your resume to Jenn Kunkel at [email protected] or call (773) 998-1272.