Music Tutor

Northshore School District 417

Bothell (WA)

On-site

USD 34,095 - 48,560

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Washington state health insurance coverage

Retirement package for eligible positions

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

A local school district in Bothell is seeking a Music Tutor to assist in band, string, and vocal programs. The ideal candidate must be highly proficient on their instrument and knowledgeable in pedagogy. This hourly position offers a starting salary of $30 per hour with potential for benefits based on hours worked. Interested applicants must complete an online application and provide references. This role provides opportunities for teaching individual students and working alongside experienced teachers.

Qualifications

Highly proficient on individual instrument.
Working knowledge of pedagogy and musicianship.
Experience in assisting classroom teachers.

Responsibilities

Assist classroom teacher in working with smaller sections of students.
Teach individual students in band and orchestra programs.
Provide piano accompaniment for vocal programs.

Skills

Proficiency in music instruments

Pedagogy knowledge

Musicianship

Job description

Music Tutor

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Job Details

Job ID: 5392173

Application Deadline: Sep 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Pacific Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Oct 01, 2025 7:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Thank you for your interest in a career with us! The Northshore School District is committed to a diverse workforce that reflects our students and our community, one that embraces and models equity and cultural competency.

Job Summary: Northshore School District has opportunities for musician assistants to work in our band, string and vocal programs. Teacher assistants are needed in brass, woodwind, and percussion instruction. Also, assistants are needed to work in our orchestra programs teaching violin, viola, cello and bass. Piano accompanists are always in demand for vocal programs and as solo accompanists. This is an hourly position; hours per week will depend on the individual assignment. They will be negotiated at discretion of the classroom teacher and music coordinator.

Applicants must be highly proficient on their individual instrument as well as having a working knowledge of pedagogy and musicianship. They will be assigned to assist the classroom teacher in working with smaller sections and individual students.

Salary: $30.00 per hour. Salary is based on 2024-25 Non-Represented Salary Schedule.

Work Year: Hours and days vary.

Benefits: Washington state health insurance coverage (SEBB) and a Washington state retirement package, for eligible positions. Generally, you are eligible for SEBB benefits if you are anticipated to work at least 630 hours per school year (September 1 through August 31). The School Employees Benefits Board (SEBB) benefits include:

Medical plans with prescription benefits
Dental plans
Vision plans
Life and AD&D insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Medical Flexible Spending Arrangement
Dependent Care Assistance Program

Application Procedure:

Complete an online application.
Attach a cover letter and resume.
Enter 3 references, including their name, professional relationship to you, phone, and email. Confidential Reference Forms are automatically emailed via the application system.
You may also submit other supporting information of your choosing.

All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of background checks with prior employers and/or character references; satisfactory outcome of a criminal history background check (includes fingerprinting); satisfactory outcome of sexual misconduct information from prior school district employers; and approval by the Northshore School Board.

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Position Type: Varies

Salary: $30 to $30 Per Hour

Job Categories: Career and Technical Education > Music

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northshore School District prohibits discrimination on the basis of age, sex, marital status, sexual orientation including gender expression or identity, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability. The following employee(s) have been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged unlawful discrimination: Director of Human Resources (Title IX, ADA and Civil Rights Compliance), Director of Student Services (Section 504), 3330 Monte Villa Parkway, Bothell, WA 98021, 425-408-6000.

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