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Violin Tutor

Naperville, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Violin Tutor

Skokie, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Violin Tutor

Highland Park, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Violin Tutor

Lake Forest, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Violin Tutor

Des Plaines, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Violin Tutor

Evanston, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Violin Tutor

Wheaton, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Violin Tutor

Oak Lawn, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Violin Tutor

Buffalo Grove, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Violin Tutor

Chicago, IL · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

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Violin Tutor

Schaumburg, IL · Remote

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for live in violin music in Chicago, IL is $37.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.74 and $39.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Live In Violin Music vs Live In Piano Music?

AspectLive In Violin MusicLive In Piano Music
CredentialsViolin performance experience, possibly conservatory trainingPiano performance experience, often conservatory or music school background
Work EnvironmentPrivate homes, events, weddings, and intimate gatheringsPrivate homes, events, weddings, and similar settings
Industry UsageCommonly hired for classical, jazz, or pop entertainmentOften engaged for classical, jazz, or background music at events

Both Live In Violin Music and Live In Piano Music involve performing at private events and require musical proficiency. The main difference lies in the instrument specialization, with violinists focusing on string performance and pianists on keyboard skills. Employers often seek either based on the event's musical style and the musician's credentials.

Are live in violin music in demand?

Live-in violin musicians are in demand for events such as weddings, corporate functions, and private parties, especially in areas with active entertainment and event industries. Success in this role often depends on skill level, versatility, and the ability to perform in various settings, with many musicians working as freelancers or through agencies.

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Violin/Piano/Guitar Music Teacher

Music Kids LLC

Buffalo Grove, IL • On-site

$8.0K - $78K/yr

Part-time

Medical, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Teach beginning level violin, piano, and guitar to students in small group classes and individual lessons at partner schools.

  • Manage student records, provide learning updates to parents, and support students virtually outside of class time.

  • Promote the program and drive enrollment at partner school events throughout the year.

Job description


Music Kids is looking for enthusiastic educators to join our team for the 2026-2027 school year to teach beginning level violin, piano, and guitar. Music Kids is an instrumental education program offering small group classes (usually between 2-4 students each) and some individual lessons on-site at our local partner schools.

We are looking for enthusiastic and open-minded educators interested in teaching very young students, ages 3 and up. We're hiring 1) music teachers who want to expand their horizons, and 2) classroom teachers who want to pivot their careers back into music. Ability to teach violin and guitar/piano is strongly preferred but not required to apply. We have a particular need for violin teachers, but are accepting applicants for piano and guitar. Curriculum resources and assistance are available to learn the basics for beginner level teaching of all three instruments!

The Organization:

Music Kids exists to enrich and improve student development by bringing musical instrument education programs into the local school environment.
To date, Music Kids has taught thousands of students at over 90 active partner schools throughout DC, MD, VA, IL, MO, MA, NY, CT, CA, PA, and WA. The organization is hiring qualified individuals to work as Music Kids Faculty Members on-site at its local partner schools.

Job Requirements:


The Position:

Faculty Member teaching small group classes in one or more of our area partner schools, including paid time outside of classes to manage student records, provide meaningful learning updates to parents, and to support students virtually.
  • Ability to commit through one academic year at a time. Teaching faculty positions are typically 10 months (mid Aug - mid June)
  • Opportunities to extend employment for the additional 2 summer months
  • Must have scheduling availability on several weekdays during after school hours (2pm-6pm), plus additional availability for office hours during one or more weekdays.
  • Annual salary commensurate with experience, education, and program volume. Part time annual compensation can range from $9,300 (typically, faculty members are paid through the summer), to $13,700. Full time ranges from $20,200 (1-2 school partnerships) to $78,000.
  • 40 hrs/week may be available if required by employee, contingent on schedule availability.
  • Additional benefits available for employees working 20+ hours include PTO, holidays, and medical. Above average commute time bonuses available for all employees.
  • Applicants must reside in and be legally qualified to work in the United States, and must submit to customary background checks
What's Involved:
Positions involve a combination of teaching and program management within the local partner school(s) in which the Faculty Member is placed. Responsibilities include:
  • In-school: teaching and student performances
  • Out-of-School: parent communication, lesson planning, scheduling, progress reporting, supplementary virtual learning
  • Promoting the program and driving enrollment at partner school events throughout the year, particularly during registration in Aug/Sept
  • Participating in professional development opportunities through collaboration with senior resident Faculty Members and staff
The Ideal Candidate:
  • Has at least 1-2 years of teaching experience, either in music classes OR a traditional classroom setting, through a university program, privately, or with an organization
  • Is able or willing to teach more than one instrument at a beginning level, or ideally all three (curricular resources and assistance for your non-primary instruments are available!)
  • Has a strong interest in working with a wide range of student age groups, especially beginning level students (including 3-5 y/o)
  • Is passionate about having a direct impact on the primary education system in this country
  • Is comfortable teaching students in small groups of 3-4 students
  • Has the ability to be flexible and creative in teaching style with an open mind, so they can take parents and students “where they're at” in terms of interest and commitment
  • Takes initiative and is confident working independently to represent the organization as an employee at our partner schools
  • Has experience with leadership or project management
  • Is able to work closely with an office staff in administrative and professional development functions
  • Is reliable, organized, timely, and possesses friendly verbal and written communication skills
  • Is comfortable working daily in email, internal instant messaging, company databases, digital timekeeping, and other online resources to manage activities
  • Owns a car to commute to/from our partner schools (optional in some cases, but strongly preferred)