Part-Time Youth Piano Instructor - Studio-Based Position
Part-Time Youth Piano Instructor - Studio-Based Position
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07-07-2025
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Job Description
OPEN POSITION:
Piano Instructor
SCHEDULE:
- Part-Time
- No Minimum Requirement
- Flexible Schedule Options
STUDIO HOURS:
- Monday to Thursday 3:00pm to 8:00pm
- Friday CLOSED
- Saturday 9:00am to 1:00pm
- Sunday CLOSED
COMPENSATION:
- $25 per Hour
- Full Training & Development
- 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 art. Upbeat believes economics should not be an obstacle to learning music and the organization offers scholarships to those in need. 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. 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 19 instructors and is excited to expand their team.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The instructor will focus primarily on piano instruction. If the instructor is interested in giving voice and/or guitar lessons as well a small student base can be provided in those areas.
The instructor will work with a collaborative team and gain valuable insight into teaching and mentoring.
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 individual piano lessons
- teach theory technique performance and composition
- teach in group settings when needed
- co-teach a piano-based music curriculum
- 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 arts. While teaching experience is preferred UpBeat places more value on passion and the ability to effectively interact with youth and is happy to provide training.
REQUIREMENTS:
- formal music education and/or training
- proficiency in piano performance and 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 emailprotected or call .
Please visit for a full list of available opportunities through CHS Recruiting.
Piano Instructor
SCHEDULE:
- Part-Time
- No Minimum Requirement
- Flexible Schedule Options
STUDIO HOURS:
- Monday to Thursday 3:00pm to 8:00pm
- Friday CLOSED
- Saturday 9:00am to 1:00pm
- Sunday CLOSED
COMPENSATION:
- $25 per Hour
- Full Training & Development
- 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 art. Upbeat believes economics should not be an obstacle to learning music and the organization offers scholarships to those in need. 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. 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 19 instructors and is excited to expand their team.
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
The instructor will focus primarily on piano instruction. If the instructor is interested in giving voice and/or guitar lessons as well a small student base can be provided in those areas.
The instructor will work with a collaborative team and gain valuable insight into teaching and mentoring.
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 individual piano lessons
- teach theory technique performance and composition
- teach in group settings when needed
- co-teach a piano-based music curriculum
- 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 arts. While teaching experience is preferred UpBeat places more value on passion and the ability to effectively interact with youth and is happy to provide training.
REQUIREMENTS:
- formal music education and/or training
- proficiency in piano performance and 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 emailprotected or call .
Please visit for a full list of available opportunities through CHS Recruiting.
Required Experience:
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