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Group Vocal Instructor for Young Voices (PT)

Group Vocal Instructor for Young Voices (Part-Time)

Salary: $37.00 Hourly

Summary: Old Town School of Folk Music is seeking a part-time Group Vocal Instructor to teach weekend group classes for children ages 4-13. This role focuses on building foundational vocal skills, musicality, and confidence in a supportive, developmentally appropriate environment.

Schedule: Weekend hours, primarily Saturday mornings (3 hours total to start), with the potential for growth

Location: Lincoln Square

Responsibilities:

  • Teach children how to sign through warmups and interactive activities that align with the developmental needs of young voices.
  • Provide age-appropriate vocal technique and musicianship through interactive activities tailored to the developmental needs of young singers.
  • Create a welcoming, fun, and safe classroom that fosters social-emotional learning and builds a love for music and singing.
  • Collaborate with program staff and fellow instructors on curriculum development and performance opportunities.
  • Prepare students for participation in showcases or end-of-session performances.
  • Communicate effectively with parents, caregivers, and program administrators regarding student progress and class activities.

    Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Vocal Pedagogy, Vocal Performance or equivalent work experience preferred.
  • Experience working with children in group class settings.
  • Knowledge of child development and a passion for working with young voices.
  • Strong classroom management and communication skills.
  • Ability to incorporate diverse musical traditions and repertoire.
  • Willingness to collaborate across departments and participate in community events.


    To be considered for this role, please apply through our Career Center.

  • Hip Hop Instructor (PT)

    Hip Hop Instructor (PT)

    Salary: $37.00 Hourly

    Summary: Old Town School of Folk Music seeks a part-time experienced and enthusiastic hip hop dance instructor for Adult dance programs.

    Schedule: Mostly evening and weekends, but varies

    Location: Lincoln Square and Lincoln Park

    Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to various skill levels, ensuring safe and supportive environments for all participants.
  • Monitor and assess individual students progress, providing personalized feedback and adjustments to improve technique and performance.

    Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Dance or related field preferred
  • Minimum of two years of teaching experience across various dance disciplines, catering to beginners through advanced levels
  • Proficient in Social Emotional Learning (SEL) based pedagogy and contemporary teaching methodologies
  • Strong choreography skills, technical proficiency, and a commitment to ensuring safe movement practices required
  • Expertise in hip hop and at least two other dance forms, including but not limited to jazz, breakdance required.
  • Previous performance experience is helpful
  • Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with students and parents
  • Flexibility to teach at both our Lincoln Park and Armitage locations
  • Availability for evening and weekend classes

    What We Offer:

  • Discounts at the School and some voluntary benefits are available for part-time employees.


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

  • Kids' Hip Hop Instructor (PT)

    Kids' Hip Hop Instructor (PT)

    Salary: $37.00 Hourly

    Summary: The Old Town School of Folk Music seeks a part-time experienced and enthusiastic hip hop dance instructor for children's dance programs.

    Location: Lincoln Square and Lincoln Park

    Schedule: Mostly daytime, but varies

    Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that cater to various skill levels, ensuring safe and supportive environments for all participants.
  • Monitor and assess individual students progress, providing personalized feedback and adjustments to improve technique and performance.

    Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Dance or related field preferred
  • Minimum of two years of teaching experience across various dance disciplines, catering to beginners through advanced levels
  • Proficient in Social Emotional Learning (SEL) based pedagogy and contemporary teaching methodologies
  • Strong choreography skills, technical proficiency, and a commitment to ensuring safe movement practices required
  • Expertise in hip hop and at least two other dance forms, including but not limited to jazz, breakdance required.
  • Previous performance experience is helpful
  • Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively with students and parents
  • Flexibility to teach at both our Lincoln Park and Armitage locations
  • Availability for daytime classes

    What We Offer:

  • Discounts at the School and some voluntary benefits are available for part-time employees.

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

  • Equal Employment Opportunity

    Old Town School is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees. Old Town School strives to be an inclusive and equitable organization that is reflective of the diversity of the city of Chicago. We seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. This is critical to our success as a community focused organization.