Youth Music Teachers Needed - Piano and/or Guitar

OPEN POSITIONS:
- Piano Instructor
- Guitar Instructor


SCHEDULE:
- Part-Time
- 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
- Friday, closed
- Saturday, 9:00am to 1:00pm
- Sunday, closed


COMPENSATION:
- $25 per Hour
- Full Training
- Development Opportunities
- 1099 Position


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


ORGANIZATION PROFILE:
UpBeat Music & Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2013 to help youth reach their fullest potential through music education.  UpBeat believes economics should not be a barrier to music education access, 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 15 instructors, along with 5 interns and a studio manager, and they are excited to welcome more teachers to their team!


POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The new instructors will focus on piano and/or guitar instruction, based on their areas of expertise and interest.  

Students range from age 5 to young adult.  Nearly all lessons are in-person at the UpBeat studio, with virtual lessons offered only in special circumstances.

Overall duties include:

- teach 30-minute and 45-minute individual 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 passionate musician to make a difference in the lives of youth through music.


REQUIREMENTS:
- proficiency on piano and/or guitar
- 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.