Low Strings Teaching Artist – Sarah Roberts Elementary School (Roslindale)

The People's Music School; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Music Project is seeking a Low Strings Teaching Artist (Cello/Double Bass) to join our string program at Sarah Roberts Elementary in Roslindale. The Teaching Artist will work alongside the Ensemble Director to support students in an elementary string orchestra setting, with a focus on cello and double bass students.

The role involves supporting rehearsals, leading sectionals, providing individual technical support, and helping students build foundational skills in note reading, rhythm,

Qualifications

• Strong background in cello and/or double bass performance and pedagogy.
• Experience teaching children, preferably in group or ensemble settings.
• Strong understanding of beginning and intermediate string pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Support the Ensemble Director during rehearsals and provide individualized instruction.
• Lead low strings sectionals and small-group instruction.
• Provide technical support to students as needed.
• Model playing technique, musicianship, and ensemble skills.
• Assist with tuning, instrument setup, and care.
• Help students develop note reading, rhythm, posture, bow technique, and ensemble playing.
• Support classroom management and maintain a positive rehearsal environment.
• Play alongside students when appropriate.
• Collaborate with the Ensemble Director to meet musical and developmental needs.
• Assist with concert preparation and performances during the school year.

Skills

Cello

Double Bass

Pedagogy

Group Instruction

Ensemble Teaching

Job description

Low Strings Teaching Artist – Sarah Roberts Elementary School (Roslindale)

Boston Music Project is seeking a Low Strings Teaching Artist (Cello/Double Bass) to join our string program at Sarah Roberts Elementary School in Roslindale.

This position will work alongside the Ensemble Director to support students in an elementary string orchestra setting, with a particular focus on cello and double bass students.

Position

Low Strings Teaching Artist – Cello/Double Bass
Location: Sarah Roberts Elementary School, 105 Cummins Highway, Roslindale, MA
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 9:30 AM, with additional hours for planning and professional development
Start Date: ASAP, upon hiring

Responsibilities

The Teaching Artist will support the Ensemble Director during rehearsals and help provide students with more individualized instruction. Responsibilities may include:

Supporting cello and double bass students during full ensemble rehearsals

Leading low strings sectionals and small-group instruction

Providing individual technical support to students as needed

Modeling strong playing technique, musicianship, and ensemble skills

Assisting students with tuning, instrument setup, and instrument care

Helping students develop foundational skills in note reading, rhythm, posture, bow technique, and ensemble playing

Supporting classroom management and helping maintain a positive, productive rehearsal environment

Playing alongside students when appropriate

Collaborating with the Ensemble Director to meet the musical and developmental needs of the ensemble

Assisting with concert preparation and performances throughout the school year

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates will:

Have a strong background in cello and/or double bass performance and pedagogy

Be comfortable teaching both cello and double bass students

Have experience working with children, preferably in a group or ensemble setting

Have a strong understanding of beginning and intermediate string pedagogy

Be patient, flexible, dependable, and comfortable working as part of a teaching team

Be enthusiastic about helping young musicians build confidence, musicianship, and a positive relationship with music

Experience teaching elementary-aged students, leading sectionals, or working as an orchestra teaching assistant is especially valuable.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts law, it is the policy of Boston Music Project to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for Boston Music Project.

Boston Music Project is an equal opportunity employer and we do not discriminate based on race, religion, age, sexuality, gender identification, or physical ability.