Guitar Instructor

La Causa • Milwaukee, WI

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About The Position

La Causa, Inc. is seeking a passionate and reliable Guitar Instructor to provide music instruction to youth in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The instructor will teach students with varying levels of musical experience and create an engaging, supportive, positive, and safe learning environment. The role is part-time and contract, with after-school hours, and includes collaboration with dance instructors and attendance at rehearsals, performances, concerts, and community events as needed. Compensation is $20–$30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Demonstrated guitar proficiency and experience teaching or mentoring others in music.
• Ability to read and interpret music.
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to collaborate with other instructors and support team performances.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with children and teens.
• Reliable transportation and availability for scheduled rehearsals and events.

Responsibilities

• Provide guitar instruction to youth with varying levels of musical experience.
• Teach basic guitar techniques, chords, rhythm, music theory, and music reading.
• Develop engaging lessons that encourage students’ musical growth and confidence.
• Prepare students for performances, concerts, and special events.
• Collaborate with dance instructors and teams to support performances and event programming.
• Attend scheduled concerts, rehearsals, and community events as needed.
• Maintain a positive, safe, and encouraging learning environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed