Guitar Instructor

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Free food & snacks
• Training & development
• Wellness resources

Join Irvine's Fastest-Growing Music School as a Part-Time Guitar Teacher!

Are you a passionate and dedicated music instructor looking to inspire the next generation of musicians? Are you committed to lifelong learning and instilling your love of music onto others? The Irvine School of Music, one of the largest and fastest-growing music schools in Irvine, is seeking qualified Part-Time Guitar Teachers to join our dynamic team. This is an exciting chance to be part of a creative and supportive environment! We're open to candidates who teach any combinations of instruments, and availability. 

Why Teach With Us?

• Focus on Teaching: We handle the administrative tasks like scheduling and tuition, so you can concentrate on what you love—teaching music!
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team of passionate professionals who are committed to ongoing development and support.
• Growth Opportunities: We prioritize your professional development with pedagogy training and pay raises based on student retention.
• Consistency & Stability: Enjoy peace of mind with guaranteed pay for all scheduled lessons, regardless of attendance from your students, ensuring a consistent pay for you.

We're currently hiring for Piano and Voice Teachers as well. Feel free to apply to multiple listings if qualified. These positions include an existing schedule of students during fixed hours as well as the opportunity to expand your schedule with students on different days based on your availability. We are looking for a teacher who has both consistent availability during current lesson hours and flexibility to accommodate new students as they register for lessons.

Existing Hours of Needed Coverage
Mondays: 9 hours (3.75 guitar, 5.25 piano)
Fridays: 6.25 hours (1.25 piano, 5 voice)

We will add other days and hours based on your availability!

Position Details:

• Pay: $26 - $32/hr to start, with increases based on student retention.
• Hours: Flexible teaching hours available:
  • MON-FRI: 2-9 PM
  • SAT/SUN: 9 AM - 5 PM
• Teaching Needs: We have immediate openings and can add students to fill your schedule.

Your Responsibilities:

• Teach private and/or group lessons
• Communicate effectively with parents and students
• Assign homework and prepare students for recitals
• Create engaging lesson plans
• Attend student recitals and events
• Participate in ongoing pedagogical training
• Develop students through our unique pedagogical methods

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music (or current enrollment in a music program)
• Willingness to commute to Irvine
• Ability to pass a Federal Background Check
• Fluent in English
• Punctual and dependable
• Passionate about teaching and knowledgeable about reputable teaching methods
• Minimum 12-month commitment for non-substitute positions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching children ages 5 and up
• Familiarity with both private and group classes
• Ability to teach Jazz and Pop styles alongside Classical
• Master’s degree in your teaching area
• Interest in working with young children in our early childhood program
• Experience with students with learning disabilities (ADHD, ADD, Autism)
• Ability to teach advanced-level students

Benefits:

• California Sick Pay
• Cal Savers Retirement Plan
• Free snacks and water

Are You Ready to Join Us? If you’re enthusiastic about music education and ready to be part of a team that values collaboration and respect, we want to hear from you! Our team is committed to the success and happiness of both our teachers and students.

To Apply:

1. Reply to this job ad with your resume.
2. Email your cover letter to View email address on ziprecruiter.com , including your favorite movie as part of the letter.

Explore your potential and help shape the future of music education at the Irvine School of Music! Visit our website at to learn more about us.