Guitar Instructor (Part-Time)

Niles Park District; Niles (IL); On-site; USD 34,095 - 48,560; Part time

Job summary

A local community park district is looking for a passionate part-time guitar instructor to inspire young musicians. This role involves planning engaging lessons, teaching fundamental techniques, monitoring students' progress, and fostering a love of music. Ideally, candidates should be proficient in guitar, have teaching experience with children, strong communication skills, and the ability to motivate young learners. The position offers flexible hours, 5-15 hours per week, with a pay rate of $30.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in playing the guitar is essential.
• Prior teaching experience, especially with children and teenagers, is highly desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must.
• Patience and the ability to inspire young learners is required.
• Reliability and strong commitment to the role are expected.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging guitar lessons for children and teenagers.
• Teach fundamental guitar techniques, music theory, and basic music notation.
• Monitor and assess students’ progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote a love of music and inspire a lifelong appreciation for the guitar.

Skills

Proficiency in playing the guitar

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Ability to motivate young learners

Job description

Description

The Niles Park District is seeking a passionate and skilled part-time guitar instructor to join our team and inspire the next generation of musicians!

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging guitar lessons for children and teenagers.
• Teach fundamental guitar techniques, music theory, and basic music notation.
• Monitor and assess students’ progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Promote a love of music and inspire a lifelong appreciation for the guitar.

Requirements

• Proficiency in playing the guitar.
• Prior teaching experience, especially with children and teenagers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience and the ability to motivate and inspire young learners.
• Reliability and strong commitment to the role.
• This is a part-time position, 5-15 hours per week, after school/evenings.
• $30.00 per hour