# Violin Teacher (2027-2028) **Company**: Zeta **Location**: New York City, NY **Work arrangement**: onsite **Experience**: mid **Job type**: full-time **Salary**: $65,000 - $105,500 **Category**: Education **Industry**: Education **Apply**: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/zetacharterschools/jobs/8045106003?utm_source=yubhub.co&utm_medium=jobs_feed&utm_campaign=apply **Canonical**: https://yubhub.co/jobs/job_b9b4a2f3-38d ## Description ## Follow your passion Are you ready to help build the next chapter of educational excellence? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission. Zeta serves students across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens and continues to grow our Pre-K through 12th grade network at an ambitious pace. ## The role at a glance Role: Violin Teacher Start date: July 2027 or sooner, based on Zeta's immediate hiring needs and your availability Location: Elementary and middle school campuses (see school locations) Work model: Fully on-site in New York City Salary range: $65,000 - $105,500 Reports to: Assistant Principal of Specialty ## Who you are We are searching for a Violin Teacher who is excited to deliver exceptional, engaging violin instruction that develops students' musicianship, creative expression, confidence, and lifelong love of music. You bring: - A Bachelor's degree, preferably in violin performance, instrumental performance, music education, or a related field - A Doctor of Musical Arts and/or advanced classical training at a leading conservatory is strongly preferred - At least 2 years of experience teaching violin through private instruction, schools, studios, youth orchestras, or community music programs - Experience teaching younger students and beginning musicians is strongly preferred - Deep expertise in violin and viola technique, repertoire, musicianship, and classical pedagogy, with the ability to translate your expertise into rigorous, individualized, and engaging instruction - A passion for developing students' musicianship, discipline, and confidence, paired with high expectations for every student's growth ## What you'll be doing In the Violin Teacher role, you will: - Bring a bold vision of excellence in violin instruction to life by providing exceptional weekly individual and small-group lessons across Zeta schools, using established method books and supplemental repertoire to develop students' technique, musicianship, and confidence. - Build a joyful, inclusive, and rigorous learning environment where students embrace practice and perseverance while developing a genuine love of music. - Drive ambitious student and program outcomes, maintaining 100% enrollment across lessons and ensembles, successfully completing all required Specialty events, and using performance data and skill benchmarks to monitor progress, refine instruction, accelerate student growth, and ensure 80%+ of students pass unit assessments. - Prepare students for successful music juries throughout the year, providing targeted instruction, feedback, and practice so each student is confident and ready to demonstrate their technical proficiency and musicianship. - Lead high-quality after-school ensembles and performance opportunities that deepen students' musical skills and prepare them for recitals and other showcases. - Build authentic partnerships with students and families through regular communication that supports student progress, consistent practice, and growth both in and beyond lessons. - Collaborate closely with leaders and colleagues and participate in ongoing professional development, applying feedback to continually strengthen your instruction. - Contribute actively to school- and network-wide priorities and initiatives, providing instructional and community support wherever needed. ## How does Zeta invest in you? We offer great benefits - Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans - Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses - 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions toward your savings - Competitive compensation - Relocation support to help eligible candidates make the move to New York City We provide awesome perks - Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses – from gym memberships to salon appointments, concerts, and more - 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 to keep you fueled throughout the day - Zeta swag, team outings, and some of NYC's finest sweet treats handpicked from our CEO - Books and resources for professional development We care deeply about your personal and professional growth - Clear pathways to professional growth - Consistent feedback and support from managers and teammates - Community Circle practice to build and strengthen our sense of team - Interactive Mindfulness and DEIJ programming ## Skills ### Required - violin performance - instrumental performance - music education - violin technique - repertoire - musicianship - classical pedagogy ### Nice to have - Doctor of Musical Arts - advanced classical training - teaching younger students - beginning musicians --- Source: [Apply at job-boards.greenhouse.io](https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/zetacharterschools/jobs/8045106003?utm_source=yubhub.co&utm_medium=jobs_feed&utm_campaign=apply)