Music Instructor - After-School & Summer Program

Directions for Youth & Families; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Directions for Youth & Families (DFYF) seeks a dedicated Music Instructor to lead after-school and summer programs in Columbus, OH. You will teach youth ages 8–18, develop lesson plans, coordinate rehearsals, and present music theory in an engaging, supportive environment.

The role emphasizes creativity, confidence, teamwork, and self-expression through music, with schedule Monday through Friday after school and full-time seasonal coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Music preferred, or specialized music training.
• Knowledge of various musical instruments including piano, percussion, vocals, guitar, and steel drums.
• Strong understanding of music theory including rhythm, melody, harmony, timbre, form, texture, and dynamics.
• Experience teaching music, leading rehearsals, and working with youth required.
• Strong computer and organizational skills.
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Use your passion and creativity to teach youth various musical instruments and vocal techniques.
• Educate and instruct youth ages 8–18 in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment.
• Develop music lesson plans and curriculum.
• Lead rehearsals and coordinate musical performances.
• Teach music theory concepts including rhythm, melody, harmony, timbre, form, texture, and dynamics.
• Foster creativity, confidence, teamwork, and self-expression through music.

Skills

Music instruction

Youth education

Curriculum development

Organizational skills

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Music

Job description

Overview

Directions for Youth & Families (DFYF) provides mental-health, prevention, and education programs to meet the diverse needs of the community. We value every child, family, and community and work to help our communities have the best future possible. DFYF prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion and caring for the well-being of our staff, with ongoing staff development, supervision, and DEI and self-care discussions.

Position

Music Instructor - After-School & Summer Program

Location: 3840 Kimberly Parkway North, Columbus, OH

Job Id: 225

Number of Openings: 1

Responsibilities

• Use your passion and creativity to teach youth various musical instruments and vocal techniques
• Educate and instruct youth ages 8–18 in a fun, engaging, and supportive environment
• Develop music lesson plans and curriculum
• Lead rehearsals and coordinate musical performances
• Teach music theory concepts including rhythm, melody, harmony, timbre, form, texture, and dynamics
• Foster creativity, confidence, teamwork, and self-expression through music

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. during the school year; 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. during Summer months

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Music preferred, or specialized music training
• Knowledge of various musical instruments including piano, percussion, vocals, guitar, and steel drums
• Strong understanding of music theory including rhythm, melody, harmony, timbre, form, texture, and dynamics
• Experience teaching music, leading rehearsals, and working with youth required
• Strong computer and organizational skills
• Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and reliable transportation

Who we are

Directions for Youth & Families offers community-based mental health and prevention services that utilize a resiliency-oriented and trauma-informed framework. DFYF’s programs are divided into three categories: Treatment, Prevention, and Education. DFYF offers specialized mental health, kindergarten readiness, afterschool, and summer programming to meet the diverse needs of our youth and family population. DFYF proudly serves over 8,500 youth, adults, and families each year. All of our programs strive to fulfill our mission to build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience for youth, families, and communities through counseling and education.

What makes us great

• Professional growth and training in the area of resiliency-oriented and trauma-informed care
• A healthy, positive, and supportive work culture
• Fully equipped fitness center

Our Mission

Build and inspire hope, healing, and resilience for youth, families, and communities through counseling and education.

Our Vision

Building healthy individuals, strong families, and safe communities through innovative treatment and prevention services.

Our Values

Quality • Diversity • Accessibility • Acceptance • Collaboration • Investment in individuals, families, and communities

Directions for Youth & Families is an equal opportunity employer and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person or group of persons on the grounds of race, ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, ancestry, veteran status, political affiliation, mental or physical disability, or any other characteristic prohibited by local, state, or federal law. This prohibition against discrimination extends to all employment actions, including the recruitment, selection, promotion, evaluation, and retention of employees and volunteers.