Class Instruction 

• Create a consistent and safe environment with clear procedures and expectations 
• Encourage learning and performance activities that build self-confidence and leadership 
• Engage students through the development and implementation of creative lesson plans that foster social and musical growth
• Center inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in teaching practice 
• Maintain clear and specific goals for student learning (daily, weekly, semester, etc.) 

Musical Artistry 

• Provide artistic support and guidance in the classroom at partner schools 
• Attend and play alongside students in rehearsals and performances, and provide helpful feedback regarding technique, musicianship, and ensemble skills 
• Inspire students by modeling musical curiosity through authentic and celebratory exploration of
• musical craft, both solo and in collaboration with others 

Teamwork & Relationships 

• Develop collaborative and constructive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Contribute to a vibrant, welcoming, and supportive team culture.
• When appropriate, offer honest and constructive feedback to colleagues and supervisor.
• Participate in ongoing professional growth and development activities.

Administrative Duties 

• Actively participate in appropriate administrative duties related to the role, including but not limited to meeting participation, payroll reporting, staff development activities, and staff and family communications.
• Record and communicate student attendance and assess learning progress as appropriate.

Compensation & Benefits 

• Pay Range: $40-50/hr for teaching (depending on experience).
• $25/hr for lesson planning, meetings, and professional development.
• Paid Time Off: Accrued Sick Leave.
• Jury Duty Leave (up to two weeks).
• Health & Future: Medical and Dental Insurance available at 20+ hr/week. 401(k) retirement (opt-in, unmatched)

• Instrument loans (as available).
• Paid professional development opportunities.

Workplace Demands 

• Work Hours - Part-time, hourly, with some responsibilities on weekends and/or evenings, depending on the program’s concert calendar 
• Location - Exposed to changing conditions in indoor, outdoor, and virtual settings--including in school campuses, classrooms, libraries, offices, venues, parks, and other community spaces
• Cleanliness & Odors - Clean to moderately clean; Occasionally works with children with varying access to hygiene support 
• Social - Communicates with youth and adults in one-on-one, small groups, and large groups. 
• Structure & Predictability - Low to Moderate
• Physical - Can remain in a stationary position; Can move through crowded and uncrowded spaces with or without assistance; Can use, inspect, and adjust musical instruments; Can communicate and exchange information and ideas; Can discern and assess student musical learning; Can lift and/or transport up to 25 lbs. with or without assistance; Can reliably report for work on time at job sites 
• Light - Lighting is typically fluorescent or natural
• Noise - Noise levels range from quiet to loud