Youth Music Instructor & Lesson Mentor

Youth Music Project; West Linn (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Paid prep time

Retirement plan with 4% match

Job summary

Youth Music Project is seeking substitute instructors to share musical skills with kids and teens aged 1-18, helping grow musicianship and social-emotional skills. The role includes private lessons, group classes, and potential camps. You’ll support teen interns, collaborate with instructors, and prepare materials for performances.

Strong instrument skills and youth education experience are essential. On-site in West Linn, OR with some virtual offerings; schedule includes weekdays and Saturdays.

Qualifications

• Advanced instrument proficiency and literacy across multiple instruments.
• Experience providing music education to youth.
• Ability to problem solve and adapt lesson plans.
• Willingness to learn differential instruction approaches.
• Positive, collaborative demeanor and reliability.
• Availability Monday–Friday 2:15–7:30 PM and Saturdays 9:45–3:00 PM.
• Must be 18+ and able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Substitute teach private music lessons and small group classes.
• Support teen interns as classroom assistants.
• Collaborate on teaching strategies and youth development best practices.
• Create engaging materials for music lessons.
• Prepare students and classes for performances each term.
• Set student and classroom goals and map steps to succeed.
• Participate in professional development on classroom management and SEL.

Skills

Instrument proficiency

Youth music education experience

Problem solving

Differential instruction

Punctuality

English/Spanish bilingual

Communication via email/text

Collaborative disposition

Job description

Youth Music Project is seeking substitute instructors to share musical skills with kids and teens aged 1-18, helping grow musicianship and social-emotional skills. The role includes private lessons, group classes, and potential camps. You’ll support teen interns, collaborate with instructors, and prepare materials for performances.

Strong instrument skills and youth education experience are essential. On-site in West Linn, OR with some virtual offerings; schedule includes weekdays and Saturdays.