Camp Guitar Instructor (Seasonal)

Summary: The Old Town School of Folk Music is seeking a Guitar Instructor for our Guitar Stars summer camp program, working with children ages 6-11. This is a temporary summer camp position designed for instructors who love working with young musicians, fostering creativity, and preparing students for an exciting end-of-camp showcase.

Location: Lincoln Square, Chicago, IL

Schedule: Varies based on camp schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Lead engaging group guitar lessons for children ages 6-11 at varying skill levels.
• Teach a diverse repertoire including pop, rock, and folk music.
• Inspire and motivate students while fostering an inclusive and creative learning environment.
• Collaborate with fellow instructors and program staff.
• Attend weekly staff meetings to coordinate and enhance camp activities.
• Prepare students for their final performance at the Camp Showcase.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of two years of teaching experience with children (preferred).
• Strong musicianship and personal responsibility.
• Experience leading group classes and engaging young learners.
• Ability to teach beginning through advanced levels.
• Passion for children’s music education and working with families.
• Knowledge of diverse musical styles and ability to adapt teaching methods.
• Strong creativity, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Availability to work afternoon and evening hours.

If interested and qualified, please apply through our Career Center.

About Old Town School of Folk Music

Chicago's Old Town School of Folk Music (OTSF) is the largest community arts school in the U.S., offering music, dance, and arts education to people of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds. Founded in 1957, the school provides broad access to over 700 weekly classes, private lessons, and 400+ concerts and community events annually.

With campuses in Lincoln Square and Lincoln Park, OTSFM provides students with access to world-class concert halls, classrooms, an award-winning music store, and a music resource center. Children's classes are also available at suburban satellite locations, with online learning options introduced in 2020.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Old Town School of Folk Music is committed to providing a work environment based on mutual respect and equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We strive to be an inclusive and equitable organization that reflects the diversity of Chicago. We seek to recruit, develop, and retain top talent from a diverse candidate pool to ensure our continued success as a community-focused organization.