Orchestra Music Assistant - 1-Year Term

La Salle Springs Middle School; Wildwood (MO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Part time

Job summary

La Salle Springs Middle School in Wildwood, Missouri is seeking a part-time Music Assistant for the Orchestra program for the 2026-27 school year. The role supports the orchestra teacher with instruction, rehearsal leadership, and classroom activities, with a focus on preparing students for solo and ensemble performances.

The position requires at least 60 college hours, strong instrumental skills across violin/viola/cello/bass, and proficiency with MS Office and Google programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of sixty (60) semester hours from an accredited college or university.
• Advanced skills on orchestra instruments.
• Teacher certification preferred.
• Friendly, helpful attitude in working with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Work with individual orchestra students and small groups to provide targeted instruction and support in preparation for solo and small ensemble festival.
• Accept direction from orchestra teacher
• Assist at times with additional responsibilities and assignments as needed by the teacher or principal
• Assist the teacher in specific routine activities such as drills, reinforcement, developing verbal and listening communication skills, and performance-building exercises
• Assist with field trips
• Chaperone and supervise students during classes and concerts, including possible travel
• Lead sectional rehearsals
• Provide specific instruction on instrument(s) of expertise - violin, viola, cello, bass
• Under direction of the classroom teacher, learns techniques for implementing music program
• Work directly with teachers to carry out specific tasks related to students’ needs

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Classroom supervision

Organizational skills

Education

Sixty semester hours

Tools

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

La Salle Springs Middle School in Wildwood, Missouri is seeking a part-time Music Assistant for the Orchestra program for the 2026-27 school year. The role supports the orchestra teacher with instruction, rehearsal leadership, and classroom activities, with a focus on preparing students for solo and ensemble performances.

The position requires at least 60 college hours, strong instrumental skills across violin/viola/cello/bass, and proficiency with MS Office and Google programs.