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NOTE: All Ethos instructors undergo a strict background check through Portland Public Schools and the National Sex Offender Registry. Individuals who have been convicted of a felony are ineligible to teach at Ethos.

Private and Group Lesson Instructors

Ethos is always accepting applications for part-time faculty positions to teach private and group lessons from our headquarters and at outreach sites throughout Portland. Teachers of all instruments are encouraged to apply!

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@ethos.org outlining why you want to teach at Ethos.

    • Teach weekly music lessons and track student attendance.

    • Choose appropriate repertoire according to students’ age, skill, and interests.

    • Create a learning environment that balances expectations and structure with compassion and creativity.

    • Maintain open communication with Ethos’ administrative staff about schedule.

    • Maintain an organized and functional classroom.

    • Promote a positive workplace environment.

    • Experience teaching private lessons.

    • Self-motivation and ability to structure a course of private music lessons or group class.

    • Excellent communication and organizational skills.

    • Dedication to increasing students’ access to music education and enthusiasm about Ethos’ mission.

    • Fluency in Spanish.

    • 3+ years of teaching group and/or private lessons to youth.

    • Experience as a musician or other performing artist.

    • $25/hr (private lessons)

    • $27/hr (group classes)

    • $38.50/hr (off-site)