Part-Time Music Teacher - Piano and/or Voice Students

OPEN POSITION:
Piano and/or Voice Instructor

SCHEDULE:
- Part-Time
- Flexible Hours

STUDIO OPEN 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
- Training Provided

- Development Opportunities

LOCATION:
- Chicago, Illinois
- 4900 W Elston Ave

- Mayfair / Jefferson Park Neighborhood

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 background. If an instructor is interested in providing lessons with other instruments, every effort will be made to accommodate an additional student base.

Students range from ages 5 to young adult. All lessons are in-person at the UpBeat studio in the Mayfair / Jefferson Park neighborhood.

Duties of the role include:

- teach 30-minute beginner and intermediate individual lessons
- teach 45-minute intermediate and advanced individual lessons
- teach in group settings as needed
- teach music theory, technique, performance, and composition
- utilize exercises and games to motivate students
- conduct formal and informal ongoing assessments
- 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:
- some formal music education, training, etc.
- 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

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 19 instructors, along with 5 interns and a studio manager, and they are excited to welcome more teachers to their team!