Music Enrichment Instructor (Hourly/Flex)

ChalkSense LLC; Millburn (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

ChalkSense LLC is seeking a motivated Music Enrichment Instructor in Millburn, NJ. This flexible hourly position involves delivering interactive music experiences to local families. The role includes planning sessions, managing activities, and collaborating with a supportive team. Candidates should possess strong communication and organizational skills, with a flexible approach to teaching and mentorship. This role not only supports community engagement but also offers opportunities for personal development and career growth.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of related experience in a teaching or mentoring role preferred.
• Willingness to learn tools in social media, marketing, and content creation is a plus.
• Strong ability to work with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Instruct individuals in music enrichment activities using various methods.
• Manage and conduct setup and cleanup for enrichment sessions.
• Collaborate with team members on planning and operational tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Suite

Ability to adapt

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Job Introduction

The company is an NJ-based woman-owned small business building a social entrepreneurship venture in the learning and enrichment space.

The company is looking for a motivated and creative hourly Music Enrichment Instructor to join the team in rolling out the initiative in Millburn, New Jersey and surrounding neighborhoods.

This is a paid hourly/flex position to deliver exceptional interactive music related enrichment experiences to local families. Hours may vary (e.g., 0-5 hours/week) depending on activity session demand by families and/or other project needs that may arise from time to time within the candidate’s availability preferences, capabilities, and interests.

The ideal candidate will work together with the local team in areas such as planning and conducting enrichment sessions, operational logistics, stakeholder engagement, and other relevant team and administrative functions from time to time. Personal development and enrichment are a big part of what the company is working on, team members included! The role will be tailored to better support the employee’s personal and career growth goals.

More than anything, the company is looking for individuals who share the team’s passion of service to others, mindset of life‑long learning, growth, and improvement, and culture of support, inclusivity, and collaboration.

Job Duties & Requirements

• Instruct individuals and groups in enrichment activities involving music, using a variety of instruments, methods and mediums, and adapting to participant and stakeholder needs and environments.
• Be on‑call from time to time (flexible to be adjusted by instructors weekly) during after‑school and/or weekend shifts in addition to any other availability.
• Have excellent communication skills and fluency in English (both verbal and writing).
• Have excellent punctuality and time management skills, including the ability to arrive promptly to scheduled enrichment activity sessions in the greater Essex and Union counties of New Jersey, and be able to allocate time appropriately during sessions.
• Plan, order, manage, setup, conduct, clean up, and/or assess activities, materials, and supplies as needed for activity sessions and environments.
• Be physically able to (1) conduct in‑person sessions in a variety of environments and formats including standing, walking, and sitting, (2) lift activity‑related supplies and materials, (3) have accurate vision and hearing to assess and provide feedback, and (4) adapt spontaneously to the needs of a variety of participants, environments, situations, and activity sessions.
• Improve and modify activity sessions regularly, including seeking and integrating internal and external stakeholder feedback, customization requests, and other operational needs.
• Be able to collaborate with, train, and assess other team members, providers, apprentices, and/or staff in enrichment related activities and skills.
• Be able to join for virtual and in‑person team meetings if scheduled from time to time.
• Perform work in compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, company policies, industry best practices, and other requirements and standards, as well as evolving regulations and standards that may surface from time to time.
• Prepare required reports and paperwork from time to time as needed.
• Have strong organizational, collaboration, multitasking, and reporting skills.
• Be proficient in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) or Google Suite (e.g., Docs, Sheets, Slides), email, and text messaging.
• Willing to learn and be flexible with the evolving needs of an early‑stage initiative.
• Work with fellow team members in various areas from time to time such as activity planning, team building, providing feedback, marketing, operations, and other ad‑hoc administrative tasks that may fall under candidate capabilities and interests.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or modified by management.
• Be a strong individual and team player.
• Be detail‑oriented with a proactive approach to teaching and problem‑solving.
• Have a positive, self‑motivated, and professional demeanor.
• Be comfortable working with individuals and groups of any age, race, color, religion, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status without discrimination.
• Be passionate about supporting and empowering people to realize their goals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, equivalent, or advanced degree preferred.
• 1+ years of related experience in a teaching, tutoring, mentoring, training, coaching, or supplementary instruction type of role preferred.
• Previous experience in event coordination, community service, customer service, communications, or a related field is a plus.
• Familiarity with (or willingness to learn or assess if needed) tools in social media, marketing, content creation, or other relevant areas.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly pay (~$20-$30 per hour).
• Flexible work hours and within candidate’s availability.
• Bi‑weekly pay for hours worked (e.g., direct deposit or mailed check).
• Participation in NJ Earned Sick Leave Benefit Program.
• Paid Unemployment, Temporary Disability, Family Leave, and Worker’s Compensation Insurances.
• Social Security Deduction.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for career growth and development.
• Opportunities to make a positive impact.
• Flexible work from home options available.