Part Time Guitar Music Instructor

The Salvation Army Southern California • Chico, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Solid Rock Music Academy is a Christ-centered music school committed to equipping students with musical skills, fostering creativity, and helping students develop their God-given talents in a nurturing and encouraging environment. The Guitar Music Instructor provides high-quality, individualized guitar instruction to students of varying ages and skill levels, creating engaging lessons that develop proper technique, music theory, and the ability to read and interpret music while inspiring a genuine love for music that glorifies God. As a representative of a Christian-based music school, the instructor is expected to model integrity, patience, encouragement, and a servant's heart while helping students reach their full musical potential.

Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in playing guitar, with the ability to perform and model techniques across various styles and skill levels.
• Ability to read guitar notation and/or tablature, and communicate musical concepts clearly to students.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also functioning effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Completion of SRMA instructor orientation and any required safety training before beginning instruction.
• Completion of Live Scan fingerprint check.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience teaching guitar or a related instrument to children, youth, or adults is strongly preferred.
• No formal music degree or diploma required; what matters most is a solid working knowledge of guitar and the skills and ability to effectively teach music to students of all ages.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, age-appropriate guitar lessons tailored to each student's current skill level, learning pace, and musical goals.
• Develop structured lesson plans and curriculum aligned with Solid Rock Music Academy's program standards and Christian values.
• Teach proper guitar technique including hand positioning, fingerstyle and pick technique, chord formation, posture, and practice habits to support long-term musical development.
• Foster a Christ-centered, encouraging, and respectful learning environment that motivates students to pursue musical excellence.
• Prepare students for SRMA recitals, showcases, performance events, and other academy milestones.
• Follow all SRMA policies, safety procedures, and code of conduct at all times.

What This Job Offers

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