Chorus Instructor - K-12 Enrichment Opportunities

Concorde Education, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Concorde Education, LLC is seeking Chorus Instructors for on-site assignments with partner schools and community locations. Roles are independent contractor opportunities offering flexible schedules and pay per hour.

Instructors may teach choral singing, vocal technique, and ensemble skills, with emphasis on student engagement, confidence, and positive participation across K–12 settings.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of vocal and choral instruction.
• Ability to lead and engage groups of students.
• Clear communication and classroom management skills.
• Enthusiasm for music and student development.
• Reliability, professionalism, and preparedness.
• Adapt instruction for different ages and learning needs.
• Positive and encouraging teaching approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide choral instruction and ensemble performance coaching.
• Teach vocal technique, breathing, posture, and projection.
• Prepare students for performance, including repertoire selection.
• Lead warm-ups and vocal exercises with groups.
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with school partners and program staff.
• Adapt lessons to varying ages, skill levels, and scheduling needs.

Job description

Location: On-site at partner schools or community locations (varies by assignment)
Schedule: Typically 1–4 instructional hours per week, primarily after school
Program Length: Approximately 8–10 weeks per assignment
Start Date: Rolling opportunities based on school partner schedules
Compensation: Starting at $50+ per instructional hour, with rates varying based on the assignment, instructor qualifications, experience, location, scheduling needs, and other program-related factors. Most assignments fall between $50–$65 per instructional hour.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Concorde Education partners with schools and community organizations to provide engaging enrichment programs that inspire creativity, confidence, collaboration, and lifelong learning.

ASSIGNMENT SCOPE

Depending on the specific program, Chorus Instructors may provide instruction in areas such as:

• Choral singing and ensemble performance
• Vocal technique, breathing, posture, and projection
• Pitch, rhythm, harmony, and musicianship
• Group warm-ups and vocal exercises
• Age-appropriate repertoire across a variety of musical styles
• Performance preparation and stage presence
• Musical collaboration, listening, and ensemble skills
• Building confidence and encouraging positive participation among students

Specific curriculum, grade levels, program goals, schedules, and instructional expectations will vary by assignment.

IDEAL BACKGROUND

Potential instructors may have experience as a:

• Chorus or choir teacher
• Vocal music instructor
• Music educator
• Vocal coach
• Choir director
• Performing vocalist with teaching experience
• Teaching artist or enrichment instructor

Experience working with K–12 students in a school, after-school, camp, community, private lesson, or youth music setting is strongly preferred.

Formal teaching certification is not required unless specifically stated for an individual assignment.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

Successful instructors typically demonstrate:

• Strong knowledge of vocal and choral instruction
• The ability to lead and engage groups of students
• Clear communication and classroom management skills
• Enthusiasm for music and student development
• Reliability, professionalism, and preparedness
• The ability to adapt instruction for different ages, skill levels, and learning needs
• A positive and encouraging instructional approach

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR OPPORTUNITIES

Instructional opportunities with Concorde Education are offered on an independent contractor basis and are assignment-specific.

Instructors may choose whether to express interest in or accept individual opportunities based on factors such as location, schedule, subject area, grade level, and compensation.

The availability, duration, schedule, and scope of assignments vary according to the needs of Concorde Education's school and community partners.

Submitting an application does not guarantee an assignment or any minimum amount of work.