Beginner String Ensemble Teacher - South Side

The People’s Music School•Chicago, IL

10d•$47 - $60•Onsite

About The Position

The People's Music School seeks an Ensemble Teaching Artist to teach group lessons and ensembles of 20–40 students. The role delivers a curriculum incorporating music theory, individual and ensemble performance, improvisation, and composition to students in grades 2–12. The Teaching Artist also serves as a consistent, compassionate mentor and helps students develop musically and personally. This is a part-time, in-person position at the Back of the Yards site in Chicago. The schedule is Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., with String Ensemble from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. and Violin Sectional from 5:45 to 6:45 p.m. The position reports to the Program Manager. The start date is ASAP. Compensation is $47–$60 per hour, depending on class type.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in music education or performance, or equivalent experience or training.
High level of personal musicianship, including music theory knowledge and performing ability.
Willingness to continuously learn and adapt teaching practices to meet students’ needs.
Self-motivated and able to work effectively in a busy school environment.
Knowledge of diverse repertoire appropriate to the ages and ability levels of the students taught.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Demonstrated experience collaborating and working with people from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
Personal commitment to The People’s Music School’s mission and values.
Must be available to work in person on Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:45 p.m.–6:45 p.m.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience teaching ensembles to children of different ages and ability levels.

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality instruction, including music theory and composition, to students in grades 2–12.
Provide instruction that supports excellence in student performance and student assessments, including theory exams and composition projects.
Mentor students consistently and compassionately.
Establish and maintain reasonable classroom conduct rules.
Modify instruction to meet student needs.
Incorporate pedagogical tools shared in professional development meetings into classes.
Communicate rehearsal and student-learning expectations with other faculty.
Manage a teaching assistant for ensemble support, if needed.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings, juries, and student performances.
Administer student theory exams and composition projects.
Assess students’ musical and behavioral progress.
Discuss student learning difficulties or behavior problems with Program Managers as they arise.
In collaboration with the Program Manager, communicate student progress and concerns professionally and tactfully to families.
Regularly check and respond to email from staff, colleagues, and families.
Collaborate with families, administrative staff, and other faculty.
Create substitute lesson plans for necessary absences.
Supervise students during transitions and break time.
Submit requested materials, including payroll, grading, lesson plans, and evaluations, accurately and on time.
Assist with other related projects as assigned.