Enrichment Instructor - Guitar

Arc After School & Experiential Education; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc After School & Experiential Education is seeking an Enrichment Instructor for Performing Arts to lead engaging, age-appropriate music classes for students across a broad age range.

You will review curricula, plan lessons, and deliver basic guitar techniques while fostering a positive, inclusive classroom. This on-site role requires after-school availability and collaboration with coordinators.

Qualifications

• Official / unofficial college transcripts that confirms 48+ completed college units (60 units for high school) or a passing score on an academic proficiency exam.
• Experience in instructing/teaching, especially with elementary to high school aged students.
• Ability to assess and address student challenges.
• Adaptive to communication styles, motivation needs, and different learning needs.
• Schedule flexibility/availability pertinent to after school instruction hours.
• Experience working with youth in diverse communities.
• CPR Certification (Adult, Child, and Infant) preferred

Responsibilities

• Review curriculum and create lesson plans.
• Facilitate classroom-based lessons and activities applicable to elementary through high school age range.
• Maintain student engagement in course material and redirect unwanted behaviors.
• Maintain course kits, instruments and equipment and ensure cleanliness.
• Communicate regularly with Coordinators regarding course matters including material needs, site specifics and curriculum efficacy.
• Plan and deliver music classes in basic guitar techniques like using chords and scales; rhythm, melody, harmony; and reading music.
• Develop student skills that demonstrate technique and create a fun learning environment.
• Provide structured warm-up and cool-down activities.
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of students with different abilities and experience levels.
• Prepare musical pieces that prepare students for performances and showcases.
• Stay current with trends relevant to student interests.
• Encourage collaboration among students.
• Maintain a safe and supportive classroom environment.
• Maintain attendance records and participate in staff meetings or training sessions.

Education

48+ college units (60 units for high school) or academic proficiency exam

Job description

Description

The Enrichment Instructor for Performing Arts will lead engaging and age-appropriate classes for students of varying skill levels. The Enrichment Instructor will have a strong background in their Performing Arts Skill. They must possess the ability to motivate students, and have a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and energetic learning environment.

Description

The Enrichment Instructor for Performing Arts will lead engaging and age-appropriate classes for students of varying skill levels. The Enrichment Instructor will have a strong background in their Performing Arts Skill. They must possess the ability to motivate students, and have a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive, and energetic learning environment.

Essential Functions

• Review curriculum and create lesson plans
• Facilitate classroom-based lessons and activities applicable to elementary through high school age range
• Maintain student engagement in course material and redirect unwanted behaviors
• Maintain course kits, instruments and equipment and see to cleanliness functionality
• Communicate regularly with Coordinators regarding course matters including material needs, site specifics and curriculum efficacy
• Plan and deliver music classes in basic guitar techniques like using chords and scales; music concepts such as rhythm, melody, and harmony; and reading music
• Develop student skills that demonstrate technique and creates a fun and positive learning environment
• Provide structured warm-up and cool-down activities
• Adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of students with different abilities and experience levels
• Prepare musical pieces that prepare students for performances and/or showcases
• Stay current with trends that are relevant and interesting for a range of student interests
• Encourage collaboration among students
• Maintain a safe and supportive classroom environment
• Maintain attendance records and participate in staff meetings or training sessions as needed

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

Education & Experience

• Official / unofficial college transcripts that confirms 48+ completed college units (60 units for high school) or a passing score on an academic proficiency exam
• Experience in instructing/teaching, especially with elementary to high school aged students
• Ability to assess and address student challenges
• Adaptive to communication styles, motivation needs, and different learning needs
• Schedule flexibility/availability pertinent to after school instruction hours based on the needs of a given course cycle
• Experience working with youth in diverse communities
• CPR Certification (Adult, Child, and Infant) preferred

Additional Requirements

• Negative TB test result and COVID-19 vaccination record
• Completion of Live Scan background check
• Availability to work before/after school hours and some weekends
• Ability to travel to assigned school sites and to the Arc office

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, and use hands for the duration of their shift; occasionally may be required to sit. The employee must have the ability to lift/move up to 25 pounds and remain active for extended class periods. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Arc is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.