Coach (Prop 28): Instrumental Sectional Coach - James Lick High School at East Side High School District
About the Employer
As one of California’s largest high school districts, we offer rewarding and exciting employment opportunities that impact our students and community in a positive way. We offer a supportive team environment with a shared passion and common goal of providing students the education and skills they need to succeed in college and career. Apart from competitive salaries and 100% benefits coverage for employees and their dependents, we also focus on personal professional development. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team!
Job Summary
Job Summary
The East Side Union High School District (ESUHSD) seeks a skilled and passionate instrumental music coach to support in class instruction during the regular school day. Throughout the school year, the coach will work alongside a credentialed teacher at District High Schools, supporting the school’s beginning, intermediate, and advanced instrumental music students. This "instrument specific" role includes preparation and instruction to work towards mastery, contributing to high-quality music education for a diverse student body. May be assigned to multiple sections and/or multiple sites.
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications/Certifications: •Experience in instrument specific pedagogy (Winds, Percussion, Guitar, Piano, Strings, etc.), rehearsal planning and implementation •Experience teaching high school-aged students •Experience teaching small group and one on one instruction
Must complete Edjoin online application, and submit Resume and Letters of Recommendation/Reference. Selected candidates must pass fingerprint clearance and provide current TB test results PRIOR to employment.
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume (Please attach a current Resume)
Requirements / Qualifications
Qualifications/Certifications: •Experience in instrument specific pedagogy (Winds, Percussion, Guitar, Piano, Strings, etc.), rehearsal planning and implementation •Experience teaching high school-aged students •Experience teaching small group and one on one instruction
Must complete Edjoin online application, and submit Resume and Letters of Recommendation/Reference. Selected candidates must pass fingerprint clearance and provide current TB test results PRIOR to employment.
- Letter(s) of Recommendation
- Resume (Please attach a current Resume)
Comments and Other Information
Key Tasks/Duties:
•Collaborate with the Instrumental director(s) so as to align with overall goals of the program
•Provide one on one and small group instruction designed to enhance students technical proficiency
•Provide one on one and small group instruction designed to enhance students musical expression
•Foster student creativity, discipline, and teamwork in a culturally responsive and inclusive environment
Other Duties/Responsibilities:
•Person serving in this capacity would be assigned to instrumental music classes
•May need to teach at multiple sites to meet requirement of base assignment
Comments and Other Information
Key Tasks/Duties:
•Collaborate with the Instrumental director(s) so as to align with overall goals of the program
•Provide one on one and small group instruction designed to enhance students technical proficiency
•Provide one on one and small group instruction designed to enhance students musical expression
•Foster student creativity, discipline, and teamwork in a culturally responsive and inclusive environment
Other Duties/Responsibilities:
•Person serving in this capacity would be assigned to instrumental music classes
•May need to teach at multiple sites to meet requirement of base assignment
Application Deadline
4/30/2027 5:00 PM Pacific
Date Posted
8/1/2026
Contact
Becky Laguna
408.347.5251
408.347.5251
Number of Openings
1
Salary
Single Rate
Category I: $3,402 Stipend
Category I: $3,402 Stipend
Add'l Salary Info
Fall Stipend Paid on 11/10/2026; Winter Stipend Paid on 2/10/2027; Spring Paid on 5/10/2027
Length of Work Year
Fall Season: August 6, 2026 - October 31, 2026; Winter Season: November 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027; Spring Season: February 1, 2027 - April 30, 2027
Employment Type
Part Time
Position Length
Seasonal
Days/Hours
Base assignment: Three sections per week
Position Location
James Lick High School