Part-Time Guitar Instructor — Evening Lessons & Pay

Associated-Recreation-Council; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

ARC Paid Sick and Safe Time (PSST)

Transit Contribution Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) is seeking a part-time Guitar Instructor for Ballard Community Center in Seattle. The role runs weekday evenings (4-7pm) starting January 2027, with a pay range of $29.00–$39.00/hour. Responsibilities include teaching beginner/intermediate guitar, planning lessons, and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on practice, and progress monitoring, with additional benefits and inclusive employment practices through ARC.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Experience teaching beginner and intermediate guitar.
• Ability to create engaging lessons for diverse learners.

Responsibilities

• Conduct engaging beginner and intermediate guitar classes.
• Teach foundational skills such as posture, tuning, basic chords, strumming patterns, and reading music.
• Develop lesson plans that align with program goals and class structure.
• Create a positive, supportive, and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Demonstrate techniques clearly and provide individual feedback during class.
• Monitor student progress and adjust teaching methods as needed.
• Maintain a safe and organized classroom setup and care for instruments.

Skills

Guitar instruction

Lesson planning

Student progress

Classroom safety

Job description

Associated Recreation Council (ARC) is seeking a part-time Guitar Instructor for Ballard Community Center in Seattle. The role runs weekday evenings (4-7pm) starting January 2027, with a pay range of $29.00–$39.00/hour. Responsibilities include teaching beginner/intermediate guitar, planning lessons, and fostering an inclusive learning environment.

The role emphasizes safety, hands-on practice, and progress monitoring, with additional benefits and inclusive employment practices through ARC.