Instrumental Music Teaching Assistant for K-12 Ensembles

Chadwick School; Palos Verdes Peninsula (CA); Sur place; USD 55 000 - 83 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Chadwick School seeks a talented Instrumental Music Teaching Assistant to support grades 4–12. You will collaborate with the lead instrumental music teacher across rehearsals, sectional coaching, and concert preparation, helping to sustain student engagement in music.

The ideal candidate brings strong musicianship, effective communication with students, and a warm, energetic presence. This role operates within a supportive performing arts program at Chadwick.

Qualifications

• Strong musicianship and proficiency on multiple instruments.
• Bachelor's degree in music, music education, or related field.
• Experience teaching instrumental music to elementary-aged children encouraged.
• Warm, patient, engaging presence with young students.

Responsabilités

• Assist lead instrumental music teacher during rehearsals, sectionals, and concert preparation for grades 4–12.
• Assist with classroom management and address individual student needs, including tuning instruments and replacing accessories.
• Lead individual, sectional, and full ensemble rehearsals as needed.
• Foster an inclusive, encouraging environment that inspires student participation and a love of music.
• Participate in school concerts, performances, and select evening rehearsals throughout the year.
• Work alongside performing arts colleagues to build a cohesive music program across all divisions; attend relevant department and faculty meetings.
• Maintain instrument inventory, manage materials, and communicate promptly and professionally with families, students, and staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Musicianship

Multi-instrument proficiency

English communication

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Description du poste

Chadwick School seeks a talented Instrumental Music Teaching Assistant to support grades 4–12. You will collaborate with the lead instrumental music teacher across rehearsals, sectional coaching, and concert preparation, helping to sustain student engagement in music.

The ideal candidate brings strong musicianship, effective communication with students, and a warm, energetic presence. This role operates within a supportive performing arts program at Chadwick.