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Monday/Thursday Beginning Orchestra Director SUB

Encore Music & Performing Arts, South Pasadena, CA, USA

Pay: $45/hr

Job type: Part Time


Benefits

401(k)

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Orchestra Director & Private Strings/Piano Teacher or Sub— Part-Time
In-Person | South Pasadena & San Marino | $45/hr starting rate

Encore Music, a thriving and community-rooted music school with two vibrant locations, is seeking an experienced Orchestra Teacher to lead our beginning orchestra classes on Mondays and Thursdays 2:45-4:15 thru the 1st week of March.

This role combines the joy of working with young ensembles in the afternoon with the opportunity to provide one-on-one instruction to dedicated private students in their homes. We are looking for a highly skilled, versatile, and reliable educator who is committed to helping students grow, both musically and personally.

Schedule

Monday & Thursday 2:45–4:15 PM – Beginning Orchestra (on site)

Compensation & Benefits

$40/hour starting rate

Option to come on with other long term teaching opportunities

Paid sick leave and professional development assistance

1 week of paid vacation annually after 9 months of employment

Collaborative team culture and ongoing training opportunities

Who We’re Looking For

Education:

Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field & experience with beginning orchestra.

Experience:

Prior teaching experience required; orchestra or ensemble leadership a plus.

Teaching Style:

Ability to tailor instruction to each student while meeting program goals.

Classroom Management:

Skilled at maintaining an organized, respectful, and focused learning environment.

Lesson Planning:

Able to design engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans for both group and private instruction.

Professionalism:

Timely, reliable, and consistent—committed to long-term student growth.

Interpersonal Skills:

Friendly, encouraging, and able to connect with students and families.

Mindset:

Loves teaching and sees it as a long-term career path; values collaboration with colleagues.

Responsibilities

Lead engaging, well-structured beginning orchestra classes.

Teach motivating and personalized in-home private violin lessons.

Plan and implement lesson sequences that build skills and confidence over time.

Communicate effectively with parents, students, and staff to ensure a positive learning experience.

To Apply
Please send your resume and a brief cover letter including:

Your primary instrument and any secondary instruments you can teach.

Any group classes you’d be excited to offer.

A short description of your teaching experience and methods.

Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Job Type:

Part-time
Pay:

$45/hour
Work Location:

In person – Orchestra classes at Encore locations; private lessons in student homes.

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