Ensemble Performing Arts is hiring: Brass Teacher Riverdale Music Academy NJ in

Overview

Ensemble Schools is seeking a fun, experienced, and professional brass instructor to teach part-time at Riverdale Music Academy in Riverdale, New Jersey. We are looking for instructors who will teach IN PERSON.

Responsibilities

• Teach in-person brass lessons; standard lesson duration is 45 minutes. Early childhood lessons (ages 4–9) are 30 minutes.
• Provide reliable, consistent instruction; focus on punctuality and student progress.
• Maintain a schedule with a minimum of two 4-hour teaching blocks per week, within the available blocks Monday through Friday from 3:15pm–7:45pm.
• Prepare lesson plans and communicate with families and school staff as needed.

Qualifications

• Strong music background evidenced by a degree in music performance, pedagogy, or equivalent performing experience.
• Demonstrated love of teaching and experience working with young musicians.
• Reliability, punctuality, and dependable transportation; ability to pass a routine background check.

Compensation and Benefits

• Instructor pay is commensurate with experience, in the range of $30–$37 per hour.
• 401(k) with employer matching is available after 90 days on the job.
• Health benefit packages are available for all part- and full-time employees at Ensemble.

About Ensemble Schools

Ensemble Schools is a collaborative network of community-driven music & dance schools. This posting is specifically for Riverdale Music Academy in Riverdale, NJ. Our approach goes beyond notes and technique—offering personalized lessons that spark confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of music. Led by expert educators who mentor and inspire, our inclusive, student-centered approach empowers musicians of all ages to grow on their own terms.

Values

• Stewardship: We are caretakers of our local businesses and communities, helping them thrive by making it easy for our teachers to cultivate an enriching learning experience for students.
• Growth: Our teachers are integral to our success, and we are committed to their professional growth. As an ever-growing partnership of music and dance schools, we seek to increase the high-quality resources provided to our schools and teachers.
• Stagehands: Our Shared Services team runs in the background to support our schools. By doing this, we champion our teachers and students to be the real stars of the show!

How to Apply

Please send a resume and brief cover letter to Christine through this portal to apply for this position. Diversity is a strength of our artistic community, and we invite all those meeting the above criteria to apply.

Job Type

Part-time

Pay

30–37 per hour