Piano Instructor; at Non-Profit Music School

UpBeat Music and Arts Part-Time Youth Piano Instructor

• Part-Time
• 1 to 4 Evenings per Week – No Minimum Requirement

• Monday to Thursday
• 3:00pm to 8:00pm

• $27+ per Hour
• Training & Development Provided

• 4900 N Elston, Chicago, Illinois

UpBeat Music & Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit that was founded in 2013 to help youth reach their fullest potential through music and art. UpBeat believes economics should not be an obstacle to learning music and art, and the organization offers scholarships to those in need. Their instructors are a passionate group who make a difference in the lives of every student – they are not only outstanding musicians but truly relate to young people.

Their students learn life lessons such as accountability, discipline, respect, kindness, and humility through fun and interactive lessons. Individual and peer-based small group learning environments help to facilitate social and emotional growth, while students learn the fundamentals of music performance and theory, gaining confidence and self-esteem along the way.

The new teacher will focus primarily on piano instruction. The new instructor will work with a small team and gain valuable insight into teaching and mentoring. The instructor will work with ages 6 and up.

• teaching individual piano lessons
• teaching theory, technique, performance, and composition in individual and group settings
• utilizing exercises and games to help motivate students to learn ideas and
  techniques
• conducting ongoing assessments of student achievements through formal and
• planning and using appropriate instructional and learning strategies
• co-teaching a piano-based music curriculum
• participating in planning meetings
• contributing towards organizing activities, curriculum design, and
  student/parent feedback
• helping to coordinate and support program activities
• helping to apply and enforce student discipline when necessary

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented educator to make an impact in the lives of youth through music and arts. While teaching experience is preferred, UpBeat also places high value on passion and the ability to effectively interact with children and is willing to provide the training for those without extensive teaching experience.

• proficiency in piano performance and music theory
• strong interpersonal and communication skills
• a passion for working with children
• previous work experience in music education or summer camp preferred