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Teaching Assistant - Beginner String Ensemble

Teaching Assistant - Beginner String Ensemble

The People’s Music SchoolChicago, IL, US
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  • Teaching Assistant, String Ensemble Location : Chicago (Back of the Yards, Washington Park, or Uptown neighborhood) Start date : September 2025 Reports to : Program Manager   Organization Overview The People's Music School is Chicago’s oldest and largest completely free nonprofit music school, providing transformational music instruction to over 800 1st-12th students in Chicago.

The school has a straightforward mission :

  • to provide access to the transformational benefits of high-quality music instruction to youth who otherwise would not be able to afford it.  We focus our work in communities that have been systematically excluded and marginalized from receiving a high quality music education.
  • Through intensive instruction and performance, The People's Music School's students grow not only musically, but also socially, emotionally, and academically, developing a foundation of responsibility, self-esteem, resilience, and purpose.

    • From putting an instrument in an aspiring young musician's hand for the first time, to teaching students how to read and write music and perform in an ensemble, The People's Music School provides opportunity and instruction at sites located in four Chicago communities :

  • Uptown, Albany Park, Back of the Yards, and the Greater South Side.
  • Students receive an average of four hours of instruction per week, at absolutely no cost, delivered by world-class teaching artists.   Job Summary The primary role of the TA will be to support student learning in ensemble settings.
  • Ideal candidates are those who have an interest in developing their skills in K-12 music education and ensemble instruction.  Are you intrigued by this job but think you don’t meet every single requirement?

    • Please apply anyway!

    Research shows that women, people of color, and people from marginalized groups are less likely to apply for jobs when that’s the case.

    The People’s Music School is committed to an inclusive and authentic workplace, supporting colleagues with a variety of backgrounds and experiences.   Responsibilities - Teaching and Instructional Support :

  • 90% Assist in supportinging high-quality instruction to students in Grades 1st-12th (including theory and composition) Support Ensemble Conductor in executing lesson plans Provide individual and small group coaching to students including instrumental / vocal, music theory, and composition instruction Support Ensemble Conductor with classroom management  Assist with tuning instruments and small instrument repairs (e.g. changing strings, adjusting bridges, etc.) Act as a consistent and compassionate mentor to each student  Provide high-quality instructional support which leads to excellence in student performance Assist with set-up and cleanup of spaces used for ensemble rehearsals Other duties as may be assigned from time to time Responsibilities -  Administrative Duties : 10% Collaborate with Ensemble Conductor and Program Manager Timely correspondence with Program Manager, Ensemble Conductor, and school staff Supervise students during transitions and breaktime Prompt, responsive and professional team member Assist with other projects as assigned Other duties as may be assigned from time to time   Qualifications Earned or in-progress undergraduate or graduate degree in music, music education, other degrees that present relevant expertise or equivalent experience / training A high level of personal musicianship which includes knowledge of music theory in addition to performing ability Prior experience teaching specified instrument to children of different ages and ability levels a plus Prior experience working with children from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds a plus Willingness to continuously learn and evolve teaching practices to meet the needs of TPMS students; flexible and adaptable Experience creating a positive learning environment for all students Self-motivated and unflappable; ability to work effectively in a busy school environment Knowledge of a diversity of repertoire appropriate for the age level and ability level of the students taught Excellent oral and written communication skills Proven experience collaborating and working  with people from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds Personal commitment to the mission and values of The People’s Music School Physical Demands Occasionally required to push, pull, lift and / or move up to 20 pounds Schedule Part Time position at our Back of the Yards, Washington Park, or Uptown locations.
  • Please indicate availability in application.

    • Back of the Yards (4619 S Wolcott Ave, Chicago, 60609) Mondays and Wednesdays 4 :

  • 45-5 : 45pm Greater South Side (5410 S State St, Chicago, 60609) Tuesdays 4 : 30-5 : 30 pm Uptown Academy (931 W Eastwood Ave, Chicago, 60640) Mondays 4 : 30-6 : 00pm Must be available to work in person Compensation and Benefits $20 / hour Paid Time Off and Paid Sick Leave 403b Retirement Plan with Employer Match
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