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Guitar Ensemble Teaching Artist - North Side

The People's Music School · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteDesign$47–$60/hrPart-time

Responsibilities

  • Teach and instruct students in 2nd-12th grades (including theory and composition)
  • Lead to excellence in student performance
  • Establish and maintain reasonable rules of conduct within the classroom
  • Modify instruction to meet student needs
  • Actively incorporate pedagogical tools from Professional Development Meetings into classes

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in music education or performance or equivalent experience/training
  • A high level of personal musicianship including knowledge of music theory in addition to performing ability
  • Prior experience teaching specified instrument/ensemble to children of different ages and ability levels (a plus)
  • Willingness to continuously learn and evolve teaching practices to meet the needs of TPMS students; flexible and adaptable
  • Self-motivated and unflappable; ability to work effectively in a busy school environment
  • Knowledge of a diversity of repertoire appropriate for the age level and ability level of the students taught
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills
  • Proven experience collaborating and working with people from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds

Requirements

  • Part-time position with the schedule Fridays 4:00 - 6:00pm
  • Must be available to work in person

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • 403b Retirement Plan with employer match

Schedule

Part Time position with the schedule Fridays 4:00 - 6:00pm

Pay

$47-$60 per hour depending on class type

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