Part-Time Adult Guitar Instructor – Evening & Weekend Classes

Old Town School of Folk Music; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago is seeking a part-time guitar instructor to teach group classes across skill levels from beginner to advanced. You will develop lesson plans, adapt teaching methods, and create engaging, inclusive lessons that incorporate music theory, ear training, and improvisation.

The role requires strong musicianship to teach acoustic and electric guitar using pick and fingerstyle; proficiency with staff notation, lead sheets, tablature, and chord charts; and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent professional experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach group classes across multiple skill levels from beginner to advanced.
• Develop lesson plans and adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Incorporate music theory, ear training, and improvisation into instruction.
• Participate in and engage students in Old Town School traditions such as Second Half and end-of-session performances.
• Maintain a welcoming, positive, and inclusive classroom environment for adult learners.
• Strong musicianship to teach acoustic and electric guitar using pick and fingerstyle techniques.
• Proficiency in staff notation, lead sheets, tablature, and chord charts.
• Broad knowledge of guitar pedagogy, technique, repertoire, and music theory.
• Ability to accompany oneself while singing and playing guitar.

Skills

Guitar teaching

Adaptable teaching

Inclusive classroom

Guitar pedagogy

Acoustic guitar

Electric guitar

Fingerstyle

Lead sheets

Chord charts

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent

Tools

Staff notation

Lead sheets

Chord charts

Tablature

Job description

Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago is seeking a part-time guitar instructor to teach group classes across skill levels from beginner to advanced. You will develop lesson plans, adapt teaching methods, and create engaging, inclusive lessons that incorporate music theory, ear training, and improvisation.

The role requires strong musicianship to teach acoustic and electric guitar using pick and fingerstyle; proficiency with staff notation, lead sheets, tablature, and chord charts; and the