JOIN THE JWJCSA TEACHING ARTIST ROSTER!

Position: Faculty Instructor (Part-Time) | Location: District of Columbia

Disciplines: Voice/Choir • Piano • Strings (Violin/Viola/Cello) • Guitar • Creative Writing • Visual Arts

About JWJCSA
The James Weldon Johnson Community School of the Arts (JWJCSA) nurtures creativity and community through high-quality, inclusive arts education. As we expand our 2026 classes, we’re inviting dedicated teaching artists to join our affiliated instructor roster.

How our roster works
We build schedules as classes fill and match instructors with programs that fit their strengths and availability. Teaching opportunities are most common weekday after-school and on Saturdays. Hours may vary as programs launch and grow—thank you for growing with us.

Strings educators
Our roster is open to all string instructors. We anticipate hiring at least one Suzuki-trained strings instructor for Fall 2026; Suzuki credentials are welcomed but not required to join the roster.

Role Summary

The Faculty Instructor provides high-quality, discipline-specific instruction; contributes to lesson planning; tracks student progress; collaborates with staff; and participates in sharings, performances, and exhibitions. This part-time role supports the school’s mission to cultivate artistic skills and foster creativity in a diverse student community. Most classes will meet in-person in DC with occasional partner-site/events.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality, discipline-specific lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels.
Develop lesson plans aligned with program goals and student needs.
Monitor student progress and provide feedback to support artistic development.
Participate in program events, recitals, or exhibitions as needed.
Collaborate with faculty and staff to ensure program consistency and quality.
Prepare students for showcases and community performances; maintain basic attendance/progress records.
Support a welcoming, inclusive classroom aligned with JWJCSA’s mission and community values.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in an arts-related discipline
2+ years of successful teaching and performance experience in desired teaching discipline(s)
Strong communication, organization, and classroom management; passion for helping diverse learners

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree or higher
Active practicing artist
Successful experience teaching both in-person and virtually
(Strings) Suzuki training/registration

Compensation

Part-time, hourly teaching rate: $35–$45/hour based on experience and qualifications

How to Apply

Review our 2026 offerings.
Apply online (secure form): JOIN THE JWJCSA TEAM
- Required: Cover letter (reference one or more JWJCSA offerings), résumé/CV, 2–3 references
- Optional: Links to a teaching/performance video, portfolio, lesson plan(s), or other supporting materials

For security, please apply only through our online form; we do not review applications sent by email. Additional documentation and a background check—which may include fingerprinting—will be required prior to hire, consistent with applicable laws.

Equal Opportunity
JWJCSA welcomes applicants of all backgrounds and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. We are committed to providing an inclusive and respectful learning environment for all. JWJCSA complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination in the conduct of its operations and programs.