OPEN POSITION: 
Piano / Voice Instructor



SCHEDULE: 
- Part-Time
- 2 Days per Week
- Flexible Options


AVAILABLE HOURS:
- Monday, 3:00pm to 8:00pm
- Wednesday, 3:00pm to 8:00pm
- Thursday, 3:00pm to 8:00pm
- Saturday, 9:00am to 1:00pm


COMPENSATION: 
- $25 per Hour
- Full Training Provided
- 1099 Position


LOCATION: 
- Chicago, Illinois
- North Mayfair Neighborhood
- 4900 W Elston Ave


ORGANIZATION PROFILE: 
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 the arts.  UpBeat believes economics should not be a barrier to music education, and the organization and its donors provide many scholarships to underserved youth every year.  Their teachers are a passionate group who make a difference in the lives of each and every student - they are not only outstanding musicians, but truly relate to young people and their unique needs.  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.  UpBeat currently employs 17 instructors and is excited to welcome more teachers to their team!


POSITION DESCRIPTION: 
The new instructor will focus on both voice and piano instruction.  If the instructor is interested in other instruments, as well, the studio would make every effort to provide an additional small student base, if possible.  

The instructor will work with children ages 5 to 17.  Nearly all lessons are in-person at the UpBeat studio on North Elston Avenue, with virtual lessons offered in special circumstances.

Overall duties include:

- teach 30-minute individual piano lessons
- teach 30-minute individual voice lessons
- teach theory, technique, performance, and composition
- teach in group settings when needed
- utilize exercises and games to help motivate students to learn
- conduct formal and informal ongoing assessments of student achievements
- plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies
- assist in creating, organizing, and managing games, recreation, and team-building exercises
- help to coordinate and support program activities
- contribute towards organizing activities, curriculum design, and student/parent feedback
- help to apply and enforce student discipline when necessary

This is an exciting opportunity for a talented musician to make a difference in the lives of youth through music and the arts.  No teaching experience is required; full training will be provided.


REQUIREMENTS:
- formal music education and/or training
- proficiency in piano performance
- proficiency in voice performance
- strong understanding of music theory
- strong interpersonal and communication skills 
- a passion for working with youth
- previous experience in music education, summer camps, or similar settings preferred
- we are unable to consider self-taught musicians at this time


HOW TO APPLY:
To apply for this position, please send your resume to Jenn Kunkel at [email protected] or call (773) 998-1272.