Monday/Thursday Beginning Orchestra Director SUB

Benefits 401(k) Dental insurance Paid time off Orchestra Director & Private Strings/Piano Teacher or Sub— Part-Time In-Person | South Pasadena & San Marino | $45/hr starting rate Encore Music, a thriving and community-rooted music school with two vibrant locations, is seeking an experienced Orchestra Teacher to lead our beginning orchestra classes on Mondays and Thursdays 2:45-4:15 thru the 1st week of March. This role combines the joy of working with young ensembles in the afternoon with the opportunity to provide one-on-one instruction to dedicated private students in their homes. We are looking for a highly skilled, versatile, and reliable educator who is committed to helping students grow, both musically and personally. Schedule Monday & Thursday 2:45–4:15 PM – Beginning Orchestra (on site) Compensation & Benefits $40/hour starting rate Option to come on with other long term teaching opportunities Paid sick leave and professional development assistance 1 week of paid vacation annually after 9 months of employment Collaborative team culture and ongoing training opportunities Who We’re Looking For Education: Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a related field & experience with beginning orchestra. Experience: Prior teaching experience required; orchestra or ensemble leadership a plus. Teaching Style: Ability to tailor instruction to each student while meeting program goals. Classroom Management: Skilled at maintaining an organized, respectful, and focused learning environment. Lesson Planning: Able to design engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans for both group and private instruction. Professionalism: Timely, reliable, and consistent—committed to long-term student growth. Interpersonal Skills: Friendly, encouraging, and able to connect with students and families. Mindset: Loves teaching and sees it as a long-term career path; values collaboration with colleagues. Responsibilities Lead engaging, well-structured beginning orchestra classes. Teach motivating and personalized in-home private violin lessons. Plan and implement lesson sequences that build skills and confidence over time. Communicate effectively with parents, students, and staff to ensure a positive learning experience. To Apply Please send your resume and a brief cover letter including: Your primary instrument and any secondary instruments you can teach. Any group classes you’d be excited to offer. A short description of your teaching experience and methods. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $45/hour Work Location: In person – Orchestra classes at Encore locations; private lessons in student homes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Encore Music & Performing Arts