All City Orchestra

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); Sur place; USD 17 000 - 21 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Cambridge Public Schools Visual & Performing Arts in Cambridge, MA, seeks an All City Orchestra conductor for a part-time engagement. You will oversee weekly rehearsals, plan ensembles' performances, and coordinate with the VPA department to support staff and resources.

The role emphasizes equity, collaboration with other music directors, and outreach to attract young musicians for school and public events. Contract runs fall–spring with an immediate start.

Qualifications

• VPA teacher required for Visual & Performing Arts program.
• CPSD teacher certification or assignment within Cambridge Public Schools.
• Experience directing orchestras or ensembles in school settings is preferred.

Responsabilités

• Produces and directs musical performances for school and public performances, coordinating production calendar with VPA Director.
• Applies a social justice approach and equity lens in all aspects of the process.
• Collaborates with music directors and ensembles; recruits and engages students.
• Rehearses with students to ensure mastery of parts; schedules and conducts performances.
• Coordinates with VPA staff for support roles and personnel approval processes.

Formation

VPA teacher

CPSD teacher

Description du poste

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All City Orchestra

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Job Details

Job ID: 5967011 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Oct 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Description of Service Opportunity:

All City Orchestra reports to the Visual and Performing Arts Director and Department. The primary responsibilities entail conducting weekly rehearsals, conducting additional rehearsals as necessary, directing the Ensemble's performances, plus any necessary planning and administration. The Ensemble may also participate in an Ensembles Concert in the fall, spring, and other projects and programs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES NOTE:

• Produces and directs musical performances for school and public performances, adhering to safety guidelines and creating the production calendar in collaboration with school and VPA department.
• Applies a social justice approach and equity lens in all aspects of the process.
• Collaborates and works professionally with other music directors and ensembles when partnering.
• Designs and conducts recruitment/outreach programs to attract young musicians.
• Rehearses with students to ensure they master parts.
• Coordinates with VPA department for necessary support staff such as additional musicians, accompanists/etc. Must adhere to formal process before anyone is permitted to begin work.

MinimumRequirements:

• VPA teacher
• CPSD teacher

Length of Contract:

November 12, 2026 through April 15, 2027

Contract Amount

Flat Rate $1700.00

Position Type: Part-Time

Contact Information

• Cambridge Public Schools
• 135 Berkshire Street
• Cambridge, Massachusetts 02141
• Email: [e-mail]

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