Middle School Grades Music Instructor

Holy Trinity School Georgetown; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Holy Trinity School Georgetown in Washington, DC, invites an enthusiastic Instrumental Music Instructor to teach 7th and 8th graders on Wednesday afternoons. This part-time role offers hands-on instruction in guitar, keyboard, and orchestral instruments.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong instrumental skills, experience with middle school students, and the ability to foster a positive, encouraging learning environment. Catholic or Jesuit school experience is welcome but not required.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching instrumental music to middle school students.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging lessons for diverse abilities.
• Strong instrumental skills and adaptability in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality instrumental instruction to 7th and 8th grade students.
• Plan and deliver engaging lessons appropriate for a range of student abilities.
• Encourage students to develop musical skills, confidence, and appreciation.
• Maintain a positive and supportive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with the school’s music program as appropriate.

Skills

Guitar

Keyboard

Orchestral instruments

Middle school instruction

Classroom management

Job description

Schedule: Wednesday afternoons, 1-2 sections per week

Compensation: Starting at $40/hour

Holy Trinity School, a Catholic elementary school in the Jesuit Tradition, is seeking anenthusiastic and experienced Instrumental Music Instructor to provide class instruction to students in 7th and 8th grade.

The instructor will lead engaging, age-appropriate music instruction in one or more of the following areas:

• Guitar
• Keyboard
• Symphony/orchestral instruments

The ideal candidate will have strong instrumental skills, experience working with middle school students, and the ability to create a positive, encouraging learning environment. Experience in a Catholic or Jesuit educational setting is welcome but not required.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing high-quality instrumental instruction to 7th and 8th grade students
• Planning and delivering engaging lessons appropriate for a range of student abilities
• Encouraging students to develop musical skills, confidence, and appreciation
• Maintaining a positive and supportive classroom environment
• Collaborating with the school’s music program as appropriate

This is an hourly, part-time position meeting on Wednesday afternoons, with the potential for one or two instructional sections. Compensation begins at $40 per hour, commensurate with experience and qualifications.