Suzuki Violin Teacher (Daytime School Program), IL

Suzuki Association of The Americas Inc; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 93,676 - 107,452; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan available

Job summary

Music for Youth in the northwest suburbs of Chicago provides private lessons and group classes in seven elementary schools and two middle schools as part of District 25. Teach private lessons for 32 weeks from September to May, with optional summer teaching.

You may also conduct an orchestra and lead group classes at varying levels. Collaborate with other teachers, board members and school administration; attend student recitals and lead performances in the community.

Qualifications

• Masters degree preferred and Suzuki Books 1-6 registration.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with private and group teaching; public school teaching is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach private lessons in the public schools (K-8) for 32 weeks (Sept-May).
• Lead weekly group classes and possibly conduct an orchestra.
• Provide parent education and collaborate with teachers, board, and school administration.
• Attend student recitals and lead performances in the community.
• Be reliable, punctual, flexible and well-organized; strong administrative skills required.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Private teaching experience

Group teaching experience

Public school teaching experience

Education

Master's degree preferred

Suzuki Books 1-6 registered

Job description

Position is for a non‑profit organization called Music for Youth (MFY) in a public school system in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Each student receives a private lesson, and group class (older students also have orchestra rehearsal weekly or biweekly). MFY is the string instructional program for District 25, run by a board of parent volunteers, which provides instruction in 7 elementary schools and 2 middle schools.

Duties:

Teach private lessons in the public schools (grades K‑8) for 32 weeks from September to May, optional teaching in the summer also available. Teach several weekly group classes at varying levels and possibly conduct an orchestra. Provide ongoing parent education and collaborate with other teachers, board members and school administration. Attend student recitals, performances, and lead performances in the community. Be reliable, punctual, flexible, and well‑organized. Strong administrative skills are required.

Qualifications:

Masters preferred, registered Suzuki Books 1‑6, organizational and interpersonal skills. Private and group teaching experience. Public school teaching experience is a bonus.

$68 per hour plus a base salary for administrative work. Retirement plan available.