Latin Jazz Band Director (Strings)- Amigos School

Cambridge Public Schools; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Cambridge Public Schools is seeking a Latin Jazz Band Director for the Amigos School. This part-time role leads the after-school Latin Jazz Band, focusing on improvisation, ensemble performance, and Latin Jazz styles.

You will mentor 6th–8th grade students, coordinate rehearsals, and arrange performances with school partners. Proficiency in Spanish is required for instruction and communication with students and families.

Qualifications

• Direct and teach musicians in upper school (6th–8th grade) at Amigos School.
• Must speak Spanish and be able to teach in Spanish.
• Coordinate rehearsals and learning in Latin Jazz music.
• Care for instruments and ensure instrument maintenance.
• Create and commit to a full year of rehearsals with performances.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Latin Jazz Band at Amigos School for after-school program.
• Lead rehearsals, develop improvisation and ensemble skills.
• Plan and coordinate performances and concerts with the school.
• Collaborate with Visual & Performing Arts team.

Job description

Latin Jazz Band Director (Strings)- Amigos School

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Job Details

Job ID: 5932487
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 18, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Description of Service Opportunity:

This role is for the Latin Jazz Band at Amigos School. This is specific for the Strings Teacher.

The Latin Jazz Band is an after-school VPA formal program where students are exposed to a variety of jazz styles, learning improvisation skills and perform as a large ensemble for concerts and events.

The goal of jazz band is to learn:
improvisation
develop rehearsal and practice skills
develop technique and facility on instruments
listen and analyze different styles of jazz with en emphasis on Latin Jazz
perform in different big band and combo charts

Requirements:

Direct and teacher emerging musicians in upper schools from 6th to 8th grade at Amigos School.

Work with Amigos to create performance opportunities and rehearsals

Must speak Spanish and have the ability to teach in Spanish language

Coordinate reheasals and learning in latin jazz music

Care and stewardship of instruments

Create and commit to a full year of rehearsals with performance

Length of Contract:

October 23 , 2026 through May 21, 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]