Part-Time GUITAR Teacher – ROCK BAND CAMP; High School Groups, District-Wide

Overview

PART-TIME GUITAR TEACHER – ROCK BAND CAMP (High School Groups, District-Wide) – Waltham Public Schools, Waltham, Massachusetts

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• Job : 5653053
• Final date to receive applications: Jun 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
• Re-Posted: Yesterday
• Starting Date: Jul 6, 2026

PART-TIME GUITAR TEACHER – ROCK BAND CAMP (High School Groups, District-Wide)

Position Type:
Part-Time Summer Program (Temporary/Seasonal)

Program:
Rock Band Camp – High School Groups (District-Wide)

Days/Times:
To Be Determined

Location:

District-Wide (site(s) assigned based on enrollment/program needs)

Compensation: $40.00 per hour

Reports To:

Fine & Performing Arts Director and/or Summer Program Site Coordinator

Position Summary: The Part-Time Guitar Teacher supports the district’s Rock Band Camp by providing targeted small-group and/or sectional instruction for high school students in a pop/rock ensemble setting. The instructor develops students’ lead and rhythm guitar skills, supports solo performance readiness, and may provide instruction on bass parts and technique as needed. The teacher ensures instruction is delivered in a safe, inclusive, and well-supervised learning environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Teach parts and proper techniques for lead guitar and rhythm guitar in a pop/rock ensemble. Teach solo techniques for students assigned solo passages (tone, phrasing, timing, expression, performance confidence). Teach bass parts and proper bass technique as needed to support ensemble success. Create and maintain a safe learning environment for all students, including safe setup/use of instruments and equipment as applicable.

Professional Expectations Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and preparedness for all assigned sessions. Collaborate effectively with Rock Band Camp directors/staff to support student progress and performance readiness. Use clear routines and positive behavior supports to ensure productive learning time. Communicate appropriately and professionally with program leadership and staff using district-approved channels.

• Demonstrated skill and experience teaching guitar (lead and rhythm) in a group or instructional setting.
• Knowledge of pop/rock performance practices and ensemble readiness.
• Ability to work effectively with high school students and support a range of skill levels.

• Experience teaching bass and coaching student solo development.
• School-based or youth program teaching/coaching experience.

• Employment contingent upon successful completion of required district hiring steps (e.g., background checks and mandatory trainings, as applicable).
• Application Materials:
  Letter of interest, Resume, [2–3] professional references.

Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.

Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools, and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve.

MPDE is a collaborative of public school districts with a 40-year uninterrupted history committed to supporting the interest of its members to increase the numbers of teachers of color for their schools by providing recruitment support and related services.

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

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