Violin Group Class Instructor (Part-Time)

Chicago Artists Coalition; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 113,000; Part time

Job summary

Merit School of Music invites a part-time Violin Instructor to teach group classes in our MMIC program at James Ward Elementary School and in the Comunidad de Alegre site in Chicago. The role focuses on delivering engaging violin instruction to K-8 students within Merit’s curricula and mission.

Responsibilities include coordinating with faculty, assessing student progress, and supporting program growth. Strong classroom management and a passion for equity in music education are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music or equivalent training.
• Proven success teaching elementary through middle school violin at varying skill levels.
• Strong classroom management skills.
• High level of personal musicianship.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues, school faculty and administrators.
• Punctual, professional, communicative, with adaptable disposition.
• Be an ambassador for Merit School of Music in all settings.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality group violin instruction aligned with Merit curricula and values.
• Coordinate with on-site faculty to support student development and goals.
• Provide assessments and recommendations for Merit programming.
• Support students progressing through Merit's continuum of instruction.

Skills

Violin teaching

Group instruction

Classroom management

Professionalism

Collaboration

Punctuality

Career ambassador

Education

Bachelor's degree in music

Job description

Merit School of Music invites a part-time Violin Instructor to teach group classes in our MMIC program at James Ward Elementary School and in the Comunidad de Alegre site in Chicago. The role focuses on delivering engaging violin instruction to K-8 students within Merit’s curricula and mission.

Responsibilities include coordinating with faculty, assessing student progress, and supporting program growth. Strong classroom management and a passion for equity in music education are essential.