The Hartsbrook Waldorf School is seeking a part-time strings teacher and orchestra director for the 2023-2024 school year. This position will include a 4th grade beginning violin or cello class, 5th grade orchestra, middle school orchestra, high school orchestra, and a weekly meeting with the Music Department Chair. Opportunities to lead special after school ensembles also exist. Other contributions include co-facilitating seasonal concerts and festival ceremonies. 

Qualifications:

• Deep desire to share the joy of music making with students and community members
• Excellent classroom management 
• Commitment to instilling healthy individual and group playing techniques 
• Commitment to building practical music literacy skills in each rehearsal 
• Experience teaching ensemble music, preferably in school settings
• Effective communicator and collaborator 
• Ability to work creatively with a wide range of ages and abilities 
• Experience in equity and inclusion work that supports a diverse community

Compensation:

$50 per each 45 minute class period 

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION: Please submit the following documents to employment@hartsbrook.org: a letter of introduction including a brief biography, a resume, and three professional references, as well as a completed substitute application found here.