Monday/Thursday Beginning Orchestra Director SUB

Job Description

Job Description

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 | 2:454:15 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 Were Looking For:

Education:

Minimum of a Bachelors 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

consistentcommitted

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 youd 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