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Get Involved:
Volunteer or Teach
with Girls Write Nashville
Girls Write Nashville is a creative community where teen artists develop their voices through songwriting, production, mentorship, and collaboration. We’re always looking for adults who want to be part of that mission — whether as volunteer supporters or teaching artists working directly with students.
Musician/Artist Volunteer Roles
Volunteer artist mentors and facilitators support our students by showing up as consistent, creative adults in their lives. Whether co-writing a song, giving feedback on a beat, or just holding space during group share-outs, these roles are about encouragement and connection.
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Coach a high school artist one-on-one through Girls Write Nashville’s All City Mentorship Program (January–May)!
Mentors support students in songwriting, music production, fostering creative communities, confidence-building, and positive youth development through ongoing relationship and collaboration.
Our mentors say they wish they had this program when they were teens, and it’s a powerful way to connect to their art, to their own inner teen, and to a intergenerational community of likeminded artists!
Duties:
Meet virtually one hour/month with your assigned mentee to support their artistic growth and help them stay on track with this intermediate-advanced program.
Serve as a mentor for 1-2 “Mentor Coach-a-thon” breakout sessions where you’ll meet with several students from the program 1:1 for short, one-time mentor sessions.
Encourage creative expression in a positive, inclusive environment
Time Commitment:
Program occurs January–May 2026
Monthly 60 min (or bi-weekly 30 min) virtual mentor meetings
Two 90-min cohort sessions during which you’ll provide your Coach-a-thon sessions. Scheduled during one of our bi-weekly regular program meetings per your availability.
2-hour mandatory mentor training before program start
Due to the importance of the 1:1 mentor relationship, we ask mentors to commit to the entire season of a program
Experience/Skillset
Passion for youth voice, creative expression, and mentorship
Background in songwriting, music production, or a related creative field
Strong communication and active listening skills
Experience working with teens or in youth-serving spaces is a plus, though not required
Reliable, responsive, and excited to participate in the GWN mission!
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Provide one-on-one or small group recording and production support to high school students participating in the All City Mentorship Program. Mentors help students turn their songwriting and production ideas into finished demos while developing confidence in using recording tools.
Duties:
Support students during cohort meetings, project development, and recording sessions
Offer creative and technical guidance in DAWs or home-studio setups
Time Commitment:
January–May 2026
2-hour mandatory mentor training before program start
Attend at least two 90-min cohort sessions
Assist in end-of-program DIY recording session (end of April)
Experience/Skillset
Proficiency in home recording and pro DAWs such as Protools, Logic and home recording DAWs such as Garageband and Bandlab
Experience with songwriting, beat-making, or demo production
Ability to offer constructive feedback in a positive, youth-centered way
Patience, flexibility, and a collaborative spirit
Prior teaching or mentoring experience is a plus but not required
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Help MNPS middle school students record demo versions of their original songs! Demo Engineers work alongside Girls Write staff in after school programs to set up simple recording stations and coach students through the recording process.
Duties:
Operate basic recording equipment and/or DAW software such as Garageband, Bandlab, Logic, or Protools
Guide students through recording vocals and instruments
Encourage creative exploration and confidence while recording their original music
Organize and manage session files to be sent to mix engineer
Time Commitment:
Flexible and available to assist during afterschool (3:45–6:15 PM) and/or in-school daytime programming
General availability during March - April, when these recording sessions typically take place
Participate in volunteer training
Facilitate at least two recording sessions over March-April
Experience/Skillset
Basic familiarity with recording tools and DAWs (GarageBand, BandLab, Logic, or Pro Tools, etc.)
Comfort setting up simple recording stations (mics, interfaces, headphones)
Ability to coach students through multiple takes with patience and encouragement
Strong organizational skills for managing session files
Interest in youth development and supporting creative confidence
Experience working with teens or in school-based environments is a plus, but not required
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Lead or assist with hands-on instrument workshops for middle school students learning guitar, ukulele, piano, or electronic instruments. Volunteers make learning new instruments accessible and fun while helping students explore new creative tools.
Duties:
Teach basic chords, rhythm, and songwriting applications
Model confidence and joy in music-making
Support group workshops or short-term residencies alongside staff
Time Commitment:
Flexible and available to assist during afterschool (3:45–6:15 PM) and/or in-school daytime programming
Scheduled for one-off workshops as needed throughout programming (October- May)
Participate in volunteer training
We ask each trained volunteer to offer at least two workshops throughout the year
Experience/Skillset
Comfortable playing and teaching one or more of: basic guitar, ukulele, piano, and/or electronic instruments such as beginner synthesizers and drum machines
Ability to break down musical concepts in a simple, encouraging way
Passion for making music accessible and fun for beginners
Positive, patient, and supportive when working with middle school students
Team-oriented and able to collaborate with staff and other volunteers
Prior teaching or youth engagement experience is a bonus, but not required
Paid Teaching Artist Roles
Empower the next generation of artists through songwriting, production, and creative mentorship.
Girls Write Nashville is building a community of musicians, producers, and educators who are passionate about working with youth — especially those from communities historically excluded from the arts. Whether you're just starting out or bring years of experience, we offer paid training, flexible opportunities, and a pathway to lead your own programs.
Teaching Artists lead or assist youth in creating original music through songwriting, production, and creative collaboration. Using Girls Write Nashville’s trauma-informed, culturally responsive curriculum, you’ll facilitate group sessions that foster artistic growth, build confidence, and create space for youth voice and self-expression. Depending on the opportunity, you might guide students through writing and recording a song, support a one-time workshop, or lead a long-term afterschool program. All roles include trauma-informed training, curriculum support, and collaboration with Girls Write Nashville staff. Teaching Artists help students feel seen, heard, and empowered through music.
We are currently hiring for the following positions with opportunities for growth:
Substitute Teaching Artists – Step in as-needed for existing teaching artists in school-based programs during absences (short-term or multi-week).
Workshop Teaching Artists – Facilitate or assist with one-off songwriting or creative workshops and/or short workshop series of up to 8 meetings.
New Teaching Artists begin with paid training and shadowing opportunities. Once trained, in addition to being eligible to substitute teach, and teach workshops, you will also be eligible to be considered for future paid teaching artist opportunities, including leading full length/yearlong (15-28 weeks) programs that meet 1-2 times a week.
We anticipate launching multiple 8-week programs in Spring 2026 and yearlong programs in the 2026–2027 school year, and trained Teaching Artists in our network will be considered first.
These roles are ideal for educators, musicians, and community artists who value youth voice, creative expression, collaboration, and trauma-informed facilitation.
General Volunteer Roles
We lean on our volunteers to mentor students, support events, help with outreach, organize student materials for the upcoming school year, lend a hand with behind-the-scenes logistics. These roles are perfect for folks who believe in our mission and want to contribute their time and energy in a meaningful way — no music background required.
