Morning String Ensemble Coach (Part-Time)

The People's Music School; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Boston Music Project is seeking a Morning String Substitute to cover as needed in elementary-school aged ensembles in Boston. The role runs 7:30–9:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, September to June, as needed, with part-time hourly pay.

You will support full-orchestra rehearsals, lead sections, and provide guidance on repertoire, sight-reading, ear-training, and string technique, following sub plans and coordinating with the Ensemble Director.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young string players (ages 5 to 14) in group and private lesson settings
• Knowledge of string pedagogy, repertoire, technique, as well as classroom management & student engagement skills
• Passion for teaching and willingness to go above-and-beyond to ensure success for all students
• Ability to teach primary instrument, as well basic proficiency in other secondary strings
• Ability to clearly communicate with others, in person and in writing
• Ability to listen and interpret playing by student musicians to give feedback and instruction to improve their playing.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds for brief periods of time, moving up and down stairs (string and brass instruments, music stands, chairs, desks etc.)

Responsibilities

• Team teach and support full-orchestra rehearsals of 20-35 students
• Lead sectionals, small-group, and private lessons as planned; work with students on repertoire, sight-reading, ear-training, and string technique
• Follow sub plans as provided
• Give updates to Site Coordinator and Ensemble Director

Job description

Boston Music Project is seeking a Morning String Substitute to cover as needed in elementary-school aged ensembles in Boston. The role runs 7:30–9:30 a.m., Monday through Friday, September to June, as needed, with part-time hourly pay.

You will support full-orchestra rehearsals, lead sections, and provide guidance on repertoire, sight-reading, ear-training, and string technique, following sub plans and coordinating with the Ensemble Director.