Musicianship teacher

Silicon Valley Boychoir; Palo Alto (CA); Sur place; USD 34 000 - 55 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Silicon Valley Boychoir in Palo Alto, CA, is seeking a Musicianship Teacher for a part‑time, on‑site role. You will plan and lead musicianship lessons, including ear training, sight‑singing, rhythm, and basic theory tailored to different ages and abilities.

You will collaborate with artistic staff to align curriculum with rehearsal goals and assess student progress. The role involves correcting theory books, preparing materials, and communicating with staff and families as needed to support

Qualifications

• Ability to design effective lessons and curricula, demonstrating strong Lesson Planning and Education skills.
• Proficiency in Curwen hand signs and moveable do to support sight‑singing training.
• Clear, respectful, and responsive Communication skills for working with students, staff, and families.
• Solid musicianship, including knowledge of music theory, sight‑singing, and choral techniques.
• Experience in classroom management and creating inclusive, supportive learning spaces.
• Bachelor’s degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Background in choral music and keyboard skills for demonstrating musical concepts are highly beneficial.
• Ability to work on-site in Palo Alto, CA, with reliability in maintaining a part-time schedule.

Responsabilités

• Plan and lead musicianship lessons including ear training, sight‑singing, rhythm, and basic theory tailored to age and skill levels.
• Collaborate with artistic staff to align curriculum with rehearsal goals and assess student progress.
• Evaluate and adjust instruction to support student success and learning outcomes.
• Correct theory books, prepare materials, and maintain instructional resources.
• Communicate with staff and families as needed to support student achievement.

Connaissances

Lesson planning

Curwen hand signs and movable do

Communication

Musicianship: theory, sight-singing, &

Classroom management

On-site work in Palo Alto

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in Music or Music Education

Background in choral music

Keyboard skills for demonstrations

Description du poste

Company Description

Silicon Valley Boychoir is a 501(c)3 non-profit arts organization based in midtown Palo Alto, California, serving boys ages 7 and up. The choir is dedicated to training young singers in the choral art with a strong emphasis on music literacy and high artistic standards. Participants gain a solid musical foundation while developing confidence, discipline, and collaborative skills. The program prepares choristers to become skilled tenors and basses and to serve as leaders in future choirs and musical communities.

Role Description

The Musicianship Teacher will provide classroom-style music instruction that supports the choir’s focus on music literacy and choral excellence. This part‑time, on‑site role in Palo Alto, CA involves planning and leading musicianship lessons, including ear training, sight‑singing, rhythm, and basic theory tailored to different age and skill levels. The teacher will collaborate with artistic staff to align curriculum with rehearsal goals, assess student progress, and adjust instruction accordingly. Additional responsibilities include correcting theory books, preparing materials, and communicating with staff and families as needed to support student success.

Qualifications

• Ability to design effective lessons and curricula, demonstrating strong Lesson Planning and Education skills.
• Proficiency in using Curwen hand signs and moveable do to support sight‑singing training.
• Clear, respectful, and responsive Communication skills for working with students, staff, and families.
• Solid musicianship, including knowledge of music theory, sight‑singing, and choral techniques.
• Experience in classroom management and creating inclusive, supportive learning spaces.
• Bachelor’s degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Background in choral music and keyboard skills for demonstrating musical concepts are highly beneficial.
• Ability to work on‑site in Palo Alto, CA, with reliability in maintaining a part‑time schedule.