Guitar Instructor

La Causa , Inc.; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

La Causa, Inc. in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Guitar Instructor to teach youth, covering basic techniques, rhythm, and music reading. You will design lessons, guide students toward performances, and collaborate with dance teams for events.

The role requires passion, reliability, and the ability to create a supportive learning environment after school and on weekends. Prior instruction experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated guitar proficiency and experience teaching or mentoring others in music.
• Ability to read and interpret music.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Experience working with children and teens preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with other instructors and support team performances.
• Reliable transportation and availability for scheduled rehearsals and events preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide guitar instruction to youth with varying levels of musical experience.
• Teach basic guitar techniques, chords, rhythm, music theory, and music reading.
• Develop engaging lessons that encourage students' musical growth and confidence.
• Prepare students for performances, concerts, and special events.
• Collaborate with dance instructors and teams to support performances and event programming.
• Attend scheduled concerts, rehearsals, and community events as needed.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and encouraging learning environment.

Skills

Guitar proficiency

Teaching experience

Reading music

Communication

Collaboration

Job description

Description

Guitar Instructor

Location: Milwaukee, WI

Compensation: $20-$30 per hour, based on experience

Position Type: Part-Time, Contract (After School Hours)

Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate and reliable Guitar Instructor to provide music instruction to youth. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of guitar techniques, music fundamentals, and the ability to teach students how to read music while creating an engaging and supportive learning environment.

The instructor should also be comfortable collaborating with dance teams and attending concerts, performances, and community events as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide guitar instruction to youth with varying levels of musical experience.
• Teach basic guitar techniques, chords, rhythm, music theory, and music reading.
• Develop engaging lessons that encourage students' musical growth and confidence.
• Prepare students for performances, concerts, and special events.
• Collaborate with dance instructors and teams to support performances and event programming.
• Attend scheduled concerts, rehearsals, and community events as needed.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and encouraging learning environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated guitar proficiency and experience teaching or mentoring others in music.
• Ability to read and interpret music.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Experience working with children and teens preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with other instructors and support team performances.
• Reliable transportation and availability for scheduled rehearsals and events preferred.

About La Causa, Inc.

La Causa, Inc., founded in 1972, is one of Wisconsin's largest bilingual, multicultural agencies. Our mission is to provide children, youth, and families with quality, comprehensive services to nurture healthy family life and strengthen community stability. Through our Charter School and community programs, we proudly serve the Milwaukee community.