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Group Guitar Class Instructor

Group Guitar Class Instructor

Summary: Old Town School of Folk Music seeks a group guitar instructor to teach in its renowned adult core guitar, ensemble, and theory programs. Ideal candidates are experienced educators with a passion for community-based music education and the ability to teach a wide range of styles.

Location: Lincoln Square/Lincoln Park

Responsibilities:

  • Teach group and private guitar classes across multiple skill levels, from beginner to advanced.
  • Lead ensemble classes, focusing on collaborative musicianship and stylistic interpretation.
  • Develop lesson plans and adapt teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
  • Incorporate music theory, ear training, and improvisation into instruction.
  • Engage students in Old Town School traditions, such as Second Half and end-of-session performances.
  • Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment that supports adult learners.
  • Participate in occasional workshops, concerts, or community engagement events.

    Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or equivalent professional experience strongly preferred.
  • Minimum of two years of teaching experience in group and private settings.
  • Strong musicianship with the ability to teach acoustic and electric guitar using both pick and finger style techniques.
  • Proficiency in staff notation, lead sheets, tablature, and chord charts.
  • Broad knowledge of guitar pedagogy, technique, repertoire, and music theory.
  • Experience performing and teaching in multiple genres, including folk, blues, rock/pop, jazz, and mixed ensemble settings.
  • Ability to accompany oneself while singing and playing guitar.
  • Ability to teach in person at both Lincoln Park and Lincoln Square locations.
  • Evening and weekend (daytime) availability is required.
  • Bilingual in Spanish preferred, especially for engaging Spanish-speaking students

    Hourly instructor pay: $37/Hour

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

    • Site Manager (PT)

    Site Manager (Part-Time)

    Salary: $19.20 Hourly

    Summary: Old Town School of Folk Music is seeking a part-time Site Manager to oversee activities and ensure safe operations in OTS buildings. They serve as an ambassador and advocate for the School.

    Locations: Lincoln Square & Lincoln Park

    Schedule: This position will primarily cover open shifts, with one regular weekly shift starting as early as July/early August. Availability for evenings and weekends is essential.

    Key Duties:

  • Manage program operations for the assigned shift. Ensure compliance with all OTS safety and operational protocols. Address concerns directly as they arise. Report issues to Operations and Education team managers
  • Serve as a resource for teachers
  • Ensure set up and break down of assigned location(s) as needed in accordance with OTS protocols.
  • Manage the check-in process and direct participants to their locations
  • Track attendance and monitor the number of participants and caregivers where appropriate
  • Coordinate with operations management, program management, customer service, and maintenance staff as needed
  • Oversee volunteer staff where appropriate
  • Ensure rooms have all the necessary equipment and teaching implements
  • Secure property and open/close building as needed
  • Ensure building and rooms are in good order at the end of the shift and that equipment is returned to its appropriate place. Set alarm as needed.
  • Assist with administrative tasks as assigned, such as room reservations, data entry, etc.
  • Assist with private/special events as needed.

    Qualifications:

  • Experience managing events
  • Experience with customer service and setting boundaries with participants
  • Experience working with children preferred
  • Familiarity with Google Suite
  • Strong detail orientation and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to think on one's feet and adapt to changing situations
  • Ability to carry out emergency protocol in event of fire, inclement weather or other crises
  • Access to a personal smartphone during shift
  • Available to work evenings and weekends

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

    • Bartender/Special Events Associate (PT)

    Bartender/Special Events Associate (PT)

    The Old Town School of Folk Music is seeking an experienced and reliable Bartender & Special Events Associate for its operations in Lincoln Square during evening concerts and special events.


    Job Summary: The Bartender & Special Events Associate provides an excellent guest experience. They prepare for and serve beer, wine and cocktails at concerts, as well as, support special events with satellite bars and other hospitality as needed. The Bartender & Special Events Associate will maintain stock, perform sales on Square POS, upsell products, make quality drinks, and keep a clean work area throughout their shift. Shifts typically include weekday and weekend evenings during concerts as well as variable opportunities to support special events.

    Key Duties:

  • Provides a pleasant experience with exemplary customer service
  • Serves drinks, concessions, coffee, and occasional food while maintaining a neat, clean and sanitary service area.
  • Follows recipes to create beverages as needed with opportunity to contribute to the rotating menu
  • Ensures smooth set up and operation of bar services before, during and after shifts
  • Keeps the bar stocked with beer, wine, liquor, cups, napkins and all other necessary items before and during service hours
  • Prepares garnishes, refills ice wells, and restocks beverage coolers in front of and behind the bar.
  • Advises manager of ordering needs
  • Ensures proper cleaning according to daily and weekly schedules, including dishwashing and removing garbage as needed
  • Performs transactions using POS system and handles cash, completing end-of-shift report and communicating any discrepancies to manager
  • Diplomatically resolves issues where needed keeping the mission and brand image of the Old Town School at top of mind
  • Adheres to proper alcohol handling, sanitation, and safety procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

    Qualifications:
    Required

  • One year of related bartending experience in a fast-paced environment required
  • B.A.S.S.E.T. (Beverage Alcohol Sellers and Servers Education Training) certification required
  • Must be able to communicate effectively in verbal and written form, be self-motivated, and able to multitask
  • Must be at least 21 years old.
  • Comfortable using a computer and navigating the Google suite
  • Must be able to work evenings and weekends

    Preferred

  • Illinois Health and food safety certification preferred
  • Familiarity with Square POS platform is a plus
  • Bilingual Spanish ability is helpful

    Physical Requirements: This work requires the following physical activities: reaching, bending, stooping, lifting up to 50 lbs., standing, walking, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, repetitive motions, talking, hearing, and visual acuity. The work is performed primarily indoors in a bar/cafe environment.

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

    Hourly pay: $17.60

    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.

    4544 North Lincoln Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625  •  (773) 728-6000 •  customerservice@oldtownschool.org
    Customer Service Phone Hours:
    9:00 AM – 8:30 PM Central (Monday – Thursday)
    9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Central (Friday – Sunday)