Description
Job Overview
We are seeking an Orchestra Teacher to join our team at Zeta, a network of schools across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens.
The Role
You will be responsible for delivering exceptional, engaging orchestral instruction that develops students' musicianship, collaboration, confidence, and lifelong love of music.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver musically rigorous instruction that develops students' technique, musicality, ensemble skills, and confidence across string instruments.
- Build a joyful, inclusive, and rigorous learning environment where students develop a genuine love of orchestral music.
- Drive ambitious student and program outcomes, including 100% enrollment across clubs and teams, successful completion of Specialty events, and 80%+ of students passing unit assessments.
- Lead high-quality in-school and after-school orchestra and ensemble programs, conducting polished performances that showcase student achievement.
- Prepare students for auditions, festivals, competitions, and external performances.
- Maintain instruments and inventory with exceptional care.
- Build authentic relationships with students and families to support each student's growth and success.
- Collaborate with leaders and colleagues, participating in weekly professional development.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in music, music education, orchestral performance, or a related field.
- Experience working in orchestral music through teaching, private instruction, ensemble leadership, or professional performance.
- Full-time experience teaching orchestra in an elementary, middle, or high school setting or formal training in orchestral performance at a music conservatory is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated experience building a student orchestra from the ground up.
- Deep expertise in string instruments, orchestral pedagogy, music theory, and conducting.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses.
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions.
- Competitive compensation.
- Relocation support to help eligible candidates move to New York City.
- Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses.
- Four live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace and a free Headspace subscription.
- MacBook Air and specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone.
- Fully stocked team spaces with snacks and quality coffee.
Company Culture
- Passionate about providing world-class education to all students.
- Growth mindset, flexibility, and openness to feedback.
- Determined to meet and surpass goals.
- Collaborative work environment.
- High bar for excellence.