OPEN POSITIONS:
- Piano Instructor
- Voice 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 Provided
LOCATION:
- Chicago, Illinois
- 4900 W Elston Ave
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 19 instructors and is excited to welcome more teachers to their team!
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The new instructors will focus on piano and/or voice instruction, based on their area(s) of expertise. If an instructor is interested in providing lessons with other instruments, every effort will be made to accommodate a small student base in additional areas.
Students can range from ages 5 to young adult, depending on type of lessons being taught. All lessons are in-person at the UpBeat studio on North Elston Avenue in the Mayfair / Jefferson Park neighborhood.
Overall duties include:
- teach 30-minute individual lessons
- teach 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
- proficiently accompany students on piano (for voice instruction)
No teaching experience is required; full training will be provided.
This is an exciting opportunity for talented musicians to make a difference in the lives of youth through music.
REQUIREMENTS:
- formal music education, training, etc. (we are unable to consider self-taught musicians)
- proficiency in voice and/or piano performance
- ability to proficiently accompany on piano for voice instruction
- strong understanding of music theory
- a passion for working with youth
- previous experience in music education, summer camps, or similar settings a plus
