PART-TIME GUITAR TEACHER – ROCK BAND CAMP (High School Groups, District-Wide)
Young World Physical Education, Waltham, MA, United States
Overview
PART-TIME GUITAR TEACHER – ROCK BAND CAMP (High School Groups, District-Wide) – Waltham Public Schools, Waltham, Massachusetts
This job is also posted in Waltham Public School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5653053
Application Deadline:
Jun 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Jul 6, 2026
Job Description
PART-TIME GUITAR TEACHER – ROCK BAND CAMP (High School Groups, District-Wide)
Position Type: Part-Time Summer Program (Temporary/Seasonal)
Program: Rock Band Camp – High School Groups (District-Wide)
Days/Times: To Be Determined
Location: District-Wide (site(s) assigned based on enrollment/program needs)
Compensation: $40.00 per hour
Reports To: Fine & Performing Arts Director and/or Summer Program Site Coordinator
Position Summary:
The Part-Time Guitar Teacher supports the district’s Rock Band Camp by providing targeted small-group and/or sectional instruction for high school students in a pop/rock ensemble setting. The instructor develops students’ lead and rhythm guitar skills, supports solo performance readiness, and may provide instruction on bass parts and technique as needed. The teacher ensures instruction is delivered in a safe, inclusive, and well-supervised learning environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Teach parts and proper techniques for lead guitar and rhythm guitar in a pop/rock ensemble. Teach solo techniques for students assigned solo passages (tone, phrasing, timing, expression, performance confidence). Teach bass parts and proper bass technique as needed to support ensemble success. Create and maintain a safe learning environment for all students, including safe setup/use of instruments and equipment as applicable.
Professional Expectations
Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and preparedness for all assigned sessions. Collaborate effectively with Rock Band Camp directors/staff to support student progress and performance readiness. Use clear routines and positive behavior supports to ensure productive learning time. Communicate appropriately and professionally with program leadership and staff using district-approved channels.
Qualifications
Demonstrated skill and experience teaching guitar (lead and rhythm) in a group or instructional setting.
Knowledge of pop/rock performance practices and ensemble readiness.
Ability to work effectively with high school students and support a range of skill levels.
Preferred
Experience teaching bass and coaching student solo development.
School-based or youth program teaching/coaching experience.
Conditions of Employment
Employment contingent upon successful completion of required district hiring steps (e.g., background checks and mandatory trainings, as applicable).
Application Materials: Letter of interest, Resume, [2–3] professional references.
Non-Discrimination Notice
Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools, and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve.
MPDE is a collaborative of public school districts with a 40-year uninterrupted history committed to supporting the interest of its members to increase the numbers of teachers of color for their schools by providing recruitment support and related services.
Job Requirements
At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Email: hr@walthampublicschools.org
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PART-TIME GUITAR TEACHER – ROCK BAND CAMP (High School Groups, District-Wide) – Waltham Public Schools, Waltham, Massachusetts
This job is also posted in Waltham Public School District
Job Details
Job ID:
5653053
Application Deadline:
Jun 01, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)
Re-Posted:
Yesterday
Starting Date:
Jul 6, 2026
Job Description
PART-TIME GUITAR TEACHER – ROCK BAND CAMP (High School Groups, District-Wide)
Position Type: Part-Time Summer Program (Temporary/Seasonal)
Program: Rock Band Camp – High School Groups (District-Wide)
Days/Times: To Be Determined
Location: District-Wide (site(s) assigned based on enrollment/program needs)
Compensation: $40.00 per hour
Reports To: Fine & Performing Arts Director and/or Summer Program Site Coordinator
Position Summary:
The Part-Time Guitar Teacher supports the district’s Rock Band Camp by providing targeted small-group and/or sectional instruction for high school students in a pop/rock ensemble setting. The instructor develops students’ lead and rhythm guitar skills, supports solo performance readiness, and may provide instruction on bass parts and technique as needed. The teacher ensures instruction is delivered in a safe, inclusive, and well-supervised learning environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Teach parts and proper techniques for lead guitar and rhythm guitar in a pop/rock ensemble. Teach solo techniques for students assigned solo passages (tone, phrasing, timing, expression, performance confidence). Teach bass parts and proper bass technique as needed to support ensemble success. Create and maintain a safe learning environment for all students, including safe setup/use of instruments and equipment as applicable.
Professional Expectations
Maintain professionalism, punctuality, and preparedness for all assigned sessions. Collaborate effectively with Rock Band Camp directors/staff to support student progress and performance readiness. Use clear routines and positive behavior supports to ensure productive learning time. Communicate appropriately and professionally with program leadership and staff using district-approved channels.
Qualifications
Demonstrated skill and experience teaching guitar (lead and rhythm) in a group or instructional setting.
Knowledge of pop/rock performance practices and ensemble readiness.
Ability to work effectively with high school students and support a range of skill levels.
Preferred
Experience teaching bass and coaching student solo development.
School-based or youth program teaching/coaching experience.
Conditions of Employment
Employment contingent upon successful completion of required district hiring steps (e.g., background checks and mandatory trainings, as applicable).
Application Materials: Letter of interest, Resume, [2–3] professional references.
Non-Discrimination Notice
Waltham Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation.
Waltham Public Schools has partnered with the Massachusetts Partnership for Diversity in Education (MPDE) in our effort to welcome diverse candidates to our school system. We value and prioritize the hiring of educators who bring a wealth of perspectives and experiences to our schools, and who reflect the diversity of the students we serve.
MPDE is a collaborative of public school districts with a 40-year uninterrupted history committed to supporting the interest of its members to increase the numbers of teachers of color for their schools by providing recruitment support and related services.
Job Requirements
At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required
Contact Information
Email: hr@walthampublicschools.org
Map
The content you submit, offer, contribute, attach, post, or display (each a “Submission”) will be viewed by other users of the service who may or may not be accurately representing who they are or who they represent. Do not include any sensitive data in your submissions. Any submission or any use or reliance on any content or materials posted via the service or obtained by you through the use of the service is at your own risk. “Sensitive data” for purposes of this section means social security or other government-issued identification numbers, medical or health information, account security information, individual financial account information, credit/debit/gift or other payment card information, account passwords, individual credit and income information or any other sensitive personal data as defined under applicable laws.
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