Music Instructor - Part Time - Glenview, IL
Twelve Tone Music School is looking for a charismatic and energetic instructor who can teach both group and private lessons. We are looking for someone who can teach drums mainly, but also knows beginner or intermediate level of any of these instruments (guitar/piano/bass/voice). We are looking to hire for the beginning of August.
At Twelve Tone Music School, we recognize that our teachers make the difference. We value our team members and believe that a great employee experience delivers a great student experience. As instructors, we build, inspire and cultivate a student’s love for music, and transform it into a lifelong passion.
Come join a rapidly growing music school where we approach the learning experience in innovative ways - we prioritize a team approach to building a unique educational experience focused on community. After all, music is meant to be played and learned together!
We offer:
- Part Time Schedule: Saturday (10am - 3pm), Monday (4pm - 8pm), Tuesday (4pm - 8pm)
- $27-$29 per hour
- A career path with growth opportunities in management and administrative duties
- Benefits
Teacher Requirements:
- A background in music with the ability to play drums (up to advanced level) and some guitar, bass, and/or piano.
- Some formal music training required; higher degree in music, education and/or performing arts a plus.
- Experience teaching both private lessons and group classes.
- Ability to follow a prewritten curriculum.
- Experience or familiarity with music technology that includes but is not limited to hooking up and connecting keyboards and microphones to digital devices or learning programs to help run classes and events. Also able to learn and use our proprietary LMS systems. Experience with electric drum kids a plus.
- Ability to teach a class of up to 4 students.
- Ability to arrange music.
- Work with the school's directors to prepare students for showcases and events.
- Willing and able to work a number of student showcases and events throughout the year.
- Ability to communicate effectively with all Twelve Tone Music School students, staff and parents.
- Reliable attendance and timeliness for all scheduled lessons.
- Able to motivate students and encourage progress while ensuring a friendly and outgoing creative environment.
- Enjoys being around children in a fun, personable and outgoing atmosphere while nurturing creative growth.
- Must pass a background check.
- Ability, at times, to lift up to 50 lbs.
Twelve Tone Music School is located in the Northern suburbs and is an equal opportunity employer with regards to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, physical or mental ability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, and genetic information.