Music Teacher - Summer Camp

SITAR ARTS CENTER: CAMP SITAR  
SUMMER MUSIC TEACHER    

What We Do  

Sitar Arts Center engages DC youth, from early childhood to young adulthood, in building a creative community of learning and belonging that removes financial and cultural barriers to arts education and career training. 

What You’ll Do     

Sitar Arts Center is seeking a wonderful, experienced Music Teacher to work with a range of young people to support Camp Sitar this June – August 2025.   

Camp Sitar provides visual, performing art, and sports and rec classes over six weeks to kindergarten - 8th graders in our full-day program.  

As the Music Teacher, you will work directly with students in K-8th grade engaging them in a fun learning environment through selected music, songs, instruments, and/or active musical activities and games.  

Responsibilities Include   

• Design and facilitate a music curriculum that engages students in K-8th through the use of varied music, songs, instruments and/or active games.   

• Work as a team with teachers and staff to coordinate and participate in all camp activities, field trips, and students showcases/exhibitions.  

• Supervise camp students during program hours, in and outside of classes, mealtimes, outside play, activities, and transitions.   

• Attend all meetings, including pre-camp planning and orientations, and scheduled camp dates.   

• Track student progress and communicate student needs to staff.  

What You’ll Earn     

Pay is hourly, $26 - $30 per hour, based on experience.    

  
When You'll Work    

This six-week position is seasonal starting June 23, 2025, with a daily schedule of 8:30 am–4:30 pm.   

Other required work dates will be provided before employment acceptance. All required work dates are paid including:  

• Pre-Summer Planning Sessions   

• Restorative Practices and Classroom Management Training 

• Camp Orientation 

Who You Are     

As the Music Teacher, you are a positive, inclusive role model who is warm, supportive, and engaging. You experience immense joy when sharing your craft with young people, meeting their needs and adapting to ensure their safety and success throughout the process. You enjoy collaboration and improvisation and believe strong organization and creative youth development is the key to happy and engaged students. Most importantly you have a strong love for the arts and children of all ages and believe that everyone should have access to the arts.     

Key Qualifications and Experience     

• Minimum of 3 years Music teaching experience.   

• Experience building curriculum for grades K– 8th.   

• Can read music and play an instrument.   

• Previous experience working in a camp setting.  

Preferred Qualifications and Experience  

• Varied skill set that features an extensive knowledge of diverse genres of music, music theory, and musicianship. Comfortable leading a group of student musicians in a band setting.     

• Knowledge, practice, and experience with differentiated instruction, equity, accessibility, and anti-racism    

Requirements    

• Background check and TB test 

Our Values  

Embed Equity  

Embed equity in our systems, programs, and spaces to advance social justice.  

Everyone should have equitable access to opportunities, representation, and voice.  

Foster Belonging  

Foster belonging by engaging, supporting, and celebrating our diverse community members through genuine and meaningful relationships.  

Everyone deserves a welcoming space where they can feel like they belong.   

Prioritize Balance  

Prioritize balance between the mental, emotional, physical, and creative well-being within ourselves and our fellow community members.   

Everyone deserves the opportunity and support to prioritize wellness within their lives.  

Build Trust  

Build trust by assuming positive intentions and taking ownership of our words, actions, responsibilities, and commitments.  

Everyone benefits when we approach relationships with openness and commit to follow through.  

Inspire Transformation  

Inspire transformation by listening to, learning from, and growing with our community and the world around us.   

Everyone can be a student, and anyone can be a teacher.  

Encourage Collaboration  

Encourage collaboration with thoughtful and clear communication, a curious mind, and a creative spirit.   

Everyone benefits when we work together as a team.  

How You Can Apply   

This position will remain open until filled. However, for best consideration please apply by February 7, 2025. 

You need to submit a resume and answer all required questions. No phone calls please.   

After applying you’ll receive an email confirming that we have your application on file. If you’re selected for the next stage, you will be contacted for an interview. The hiring process can take 5-8 weeks after posting. You will be considered if the position is still vacant.   

We appreciate your interest in Sitar Arts Center. Sitar Arts Center is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture. Sitar Arts Center does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, height, weight, physical or mental ability, veteran status, military obligations, and marital status, or any other basis protected under federal, state or local laws.  

  
For more information about Sitar Arts Center, please visit www.sitarartscenter.org.

Salary : $26 - $30