After-School Guitar Instructor (Part-Time, Flexible Hours)
About this role
Location: On-site at a partner school (varies by assignment)
Schedule: 1–4 hours per week, after school
Program Length: ~10 weeks
Start Date: Rolling openings based on school schedules
Compensation: $50+ per instructional hour (flexible based on experience, program, and commute)
About the Role
Concorde Education is seeking a Guitar Instructor to lead engaging after-school music programs for students. This role focuses on building foundational guitar skills, musical confidence, and a love of playing through structured, supportive instruction.
Programs may include beginner guitar, small group lessons, or mixed-experience classes depending on the site. The goal is simple: get students playing, improving, and enjoying music.
What You’ll Teach
- Students will develop core guitar and music skills, including:
- Basic chords, strumming patterns, and finger placement
- Reading chord charts and simple notation (as appropriate)
- Rhythm, timing, and song structure
- Proper technique and instrument care
- Playing simple songs individually and in small groups
- Building confidence through practice and performance
Responsibilities
- Lead structured, engaging guitar sessions for small to mid-sized groups
- Support students across varying skill levels (beginner to intermediate)
- Create a positive, inclusive learning environment
- Maintain safe routines for instrument use and classroom management
- Adapt instruction based on student ability and group dynamics
- Communicate with site staff and track attendance/session completion
- Prepare students for a simple performance or showcase (when applicable)
Qualifications
- Minimum of 60 college credits
- Experience teaching guitar or providing private lessons
- Strong understanding of basic music theory and guitar fundamentals
- Experience working with kids or teens (schools, camps, lessons, etc.)
- Strong communication and classroom management skills
- Reliable, professional, and comfortable in a school setting
Company at a glance
We provide in-person instruction with specialized instructors who are thoroughly background-checked and comply with local program standards. Schools that work with us don’t just receive additional staff—they get a team committed to delivering quality, highly personalized programs with oversight and guidance from Concorde’s management team.
With a mission rooted in educational excellence and innovation, we aim to exceed the expectations of every school district partner. Schools are facing a major challenge: many teachers lack the specialized knowledge or resources to effectively teach complex subjects. That’s where Concorde comes in. We elevate each program we’re contracted to run as if it were a core day program, bringing in specialized instructors and curated curriculums designed specifically to meet the school’s goals.
If your school isn’t working with Concorde, it’s missing out on the future of education. Let’s connect and see how we can transform learning for your students.
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