Join The Ukulele Project Team

Share the Joy of Music Through the Magic of the Ukulele

At The Ukulele Project, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to experience the joy, confidence, and sense of belonging that comes from making music.

We're looking for enthusiastic, reliable, and creative teachers to help us bring that experience to elementary students throughout Portland, Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Tigard, Tualatin, Vancouver, WA, and surrounding communities.

If you love music, enjoy working with kids, and want to make a meaningful impact in your community, we'd love to hear from you.

This Is Not Your Typical Music Teaching Job

Our classes are filled with games, movement, singing, creativity, laughter, and lots of encouragement.

Students learn music through play. They sing songs, play ukulele, write music, participate in group activities, perform for their families, and discover that they are capable of more than they thought possible.

We're not just teaching chords and songs.

We're helping students develop confidence, creativity, resilience, communication skills, and a lifelong love of learning.

What Success Looks Like

A successful Ukulele Project teacher isn't necessarily the strongest musician in the room.

They're the person who learns students' names, makes shy kids feel welcome, keeps a room focused without being harsh, celebrates effort over perfection, and creates an environment where students can't wait to come back next week.

Our best teachers are positive, adaptable, encouraging, and genuinely enjoy spending time with kids. They understand that we're not just teaching music—we're helping students build confidence, creativity, resilience, and a sense of belonging.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you.

Who We Hire

Our teachers come from many different backgrounds, including:

• Musicians

• Teachers

• Education students

• College students

• Performers

• Camp counselors

• Youth leaders

• Tutors

• Homeschool educators

• Childcare professionals

No teaching degree is required.

Ukulele experience is helpful, but not required. We will train the right person.

What You'll Do

• Lead engaging afterschool music classes for students in grades 1–5

• Teach from our curriculum using games, songs, movement, and creative activities

• Learn and prepare weekly lessons and songs before class

• Create a welcoming and encouraging classroom environment

• Build positive relationships with students, families, and school staff

• Help students feel successful while having fun making music

What We Provide

• Paid training beginning in August

• Comprehensive curriculum and lesson plans

• Ongoing coaching and support

• Teaching resources and materials

• A welcoming and supportive team

• The opportunity to make a lasting impact on young musicians

Schedule

Classes take place Monday–Thursday, generally between 2:00 PM and 5:30 PM.

Teachers typically work between 1–4 afternoons per week depending on availability and school assignments.

This position is a great fit for freelancers, performers, musicians, substitute teachers, college students, and anyone looking for meaningful part-time work during after-school hours.

Compensation

• $50–$75 per class

• Paid training

• Opportunity to earn approximately $200–$400+ per week depending on schedule

Requirements

• Experience working with children in some capacity

• Strong communication skills

• Ability to sing comfortably in front of a group

• Positive attitude and reliability

• Reliable transportation

• Access to a playable ukulele for lesson preparation and training

• Ability to pass a background check

About The Ukulele Project

The Ukulele Project is an afterschool enrichment program serving elementary students throughout Oregon and Washington.

Our mission is simple:

Sharing the joy of music through the magic of the ukulele.

Through original curriculum, games, songs, performances, and creative activities, we help students develop confidence, creativity, resilience, and a lifelong love of music.

If you're looking for work that is fun, meaningful, and genuinely makes a difference in a child's life, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Today

Complete the application form below and tell us a little about yourself.