MacPhail Center for Music
Contemporary Guitar Instructor
501 S 2nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55401
On-site · Part-time · $43–$50/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 6, 2026
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REPORTS TO: Director of Contemporary Music
DEPARTMENT: Contemporary Music Program
STATUS: Exempt, Part Time
LOCATION: Chanhassen, Minneapolis, On-Site and Online
COMPENSATION: $43.00/Hour - $50.00/Hour
(Note: Highly experienced candidates may qualify for an increased pay range.)
HOURS: Hours are determined each semester by student demand and enrollment
JOB SUMMARY
The Contemporary Guitar Instructor teaches individual guitar lessons for students of varying levels (beginning to advanced), with an emphasis on beginners who are interested in learning a variety of contemporary musical styles (i.e . Pop, Rock, Jazz, Blues and R&B). The Instructor is also responsible for maintaining high standards of teaching expertise.
RESPONSIBILITES and ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Instruction & Mentorship
- Develop and lead lesson plans that foster growth and creative exploration
- Provide expert music instruction, including demonstrating playing during lessons and coaching the student
- Provide constructive feedback through in-session coaching and guided reflection
- Establish a good rapport with students and families, encouraging open discussion
- Manage Studio Logistics including, but not limited to: lesson scheduling, registration, and regular communication with students and families
Performance Preparation
- Ensure students are performance-ready and understand the process of translating rehearsal work into public presentation
Community & Culture Building
- Foster an inclusive, student-centered environment that supports risk-taking, mutual respect, and creative expression
- Support outreach and communication efforts to help raise awareness, engage new participants, and connect the work of MacPhail Center for Music to the broader community
- Model curiosity, openness, and professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- A degree or certification in music or music education, or the equivalent, preferred
- Minimum of three years of studio teaching all ages and skill levels, of which a significant portion is with young students who are beginners, required
- Experience teaching small groups, preferred
- Experience teaching diverse styles of music
- Strong communication skills
- Experience with engaging students across a wide variety of contemporary musical styles such as Pop, Rock, Jazz, Blues and R&B.
- Performance experience and discography of at least one EP or full-length album, preferre
- Demonstrated cultural competency skills
- Commitment to inclusive, student-centered teaching