Youth String Orchestra Conductor - The Music Shop - Boonton, NJ

Ensemble Performing ArtsBoonton, NJ
$40 - $45Onsite

About The Position

Ensemble Schools is seeking a fun, experienced, and professional Youth String Orchestra Conductor to direct, part-time, at The Music Shop, in Boonton, New Jersey. The hired individual will be responsible for directing two programs: junior strings and intermediate strings. This role requires teaching in person and is available for the September through May program. The conductor will select appropriate music, and educate, unite, and nurture a musical community while promoting healthy camaraderie and motivating students. Consistency is valued, and candidates with greater availability will be preferred. Successful candidates will possess a strong music background, a love of teaching, experience with young musicians, punctuality, reliable transportation, and the ability to pass a background check.

Requirements

  • Available for our September through May program.
  • Proficiency in a string instrument such as violin, viola, cello, or double bass.
  • Strong music background evidenced by a degree in music performance, pedagogy, or equivalent performing experience.
  • Demonstrated love of teaching.
  • Experience working with young musicians.
  • Robust appreciation for punctuality.
  • Reliable transportation.
  • Ability to pass a routine background check.

Nice To Haves

  • Greater availability will be given preference.

Responsibilities

  • Direct two programs: junior strings and intermediate strings.
  • Teach two 90-minute sessions per week, totaling 34 weeks.
  • Select music that is appropriate for the students.
  • Educate, unite, and nurture a musical community.
  • Promote healthy camaraderie between the students.
  • Motivate and inspire the musical community and students.

Benefits

  • Health benefit options
  • 401(K) program with employer matching
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