Elementary Music Teacher (San Leandro Unified School District)

Please reach out to Michele Felarca (mfelarca@slusd.us or 510-667-3518), Coordinator of Personnel Services, if interested.

Basic Function

Under the direction of San Leandro Unified School District designee, the Elementary Music Teacher will provide music instruction to the elementary students at the various school sites within the district.

As an Elementary Music Teacher:

  • Teach skills in music appreciation, harmony, and explorations in music, and in instrumental music and/or choral music to pupils in grad K-5. Utilize course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.

  • Plan a balanced music program, and organize daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time. Create a flexible program and class environment favorable to learning and personal growth.

  • Instruct pupils in citizenship/ basic communication skills, and other general elements of the course of study common to all teachers, as specified in California State law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.

  • Provide individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil, while encouraging pupils to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible.

  • Utilize repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils. Select appropriate music, books, and instructional aids to enhance learning.

  • Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly productive environment during individual practice, group rehearsals, and musical performances.

  • Evaluate each pupil’s musical growth and performance, assessing each individual’s contribution to the performance of the group. Prepare individual progress reports.

  • Identify pupil needs, and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils with health, attitude and learning problems. Conference and collaborate with parents and other professional staff members regarding pupil progress and social-emotional development. May plan and coordinate the work of aides, teacher assistants, or other paraprofessionals.

  • Cooperate with school administration in providing musical program for school productions, graduation ceremonies, and civic functions when possible.

Other Functions

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Knowledge and Abilities

KNOWLEDGE of and ability to implement the subject matter, philosophical, social, and educational concept relative to the duties and responsibilities listed on this job summary.

Education

  • Single Subject Teaching Credential in Music w/ English Language Authorization

Certificates

Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability

Required Testing Clearances

  • Criminal Justice

  • Fingerprint/Background Clearance

  • TB Screen

Elementary Music Teacher (Pacifica School District)

Job Summary

To apply, please click here: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1752146

Basic Function

Under the direction of the District VAPA Coordinator or designee, the Elementary Music Teacher will provide music instruction to the elementary students at the various school sites within the district.

Please Include: • Completed online application • Resume • Cover Letter • Three (3) letters of recommendation (within the last 3 years) • Copy of credential •Verification of NCLB status or copy of CSET scores

As a General Music Teacher, Elementary:

  • Teach skills in general music which includes music appreciation, harmony, and explorations in music to grades TK-5.

  • Instruct pupils in citizenship/ basic communication skills, and other general elements of the course of study common to all teachers, as specified in State law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.

  • Plan a balanced music program, and organize daily class time so that preparation, rehearsal and instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time.

  • Provide individual and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.

  • Encourage pupils to develop individual musical skills to the greatest extent possible.

  • Utilize repertoire of all types of music literature, including traditional and contemporary, that are appropriate for the ages and skill levels of pupils.

  • Encourage students to attend first-rate musical events out of school.

  • Maintain surveillance over school-owned music, uniforms, musical instruments and equipment in order to prevent loss or abuse.

  • Make minor adjustments and request repairs to instruments as required.

  • Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to provide an orderly productive environment during individual practice, group rehearsals, and musical performances.

  • Select appropriate music, books, and instructional aids to enhance learning.

  • Requisition books, music, uniforms, musical instruments, instructional aids, and instructional supplies, and maintain required inventory records.

  • Evaluate each pupil’s musical growth and performance, assessing each individual’s contribution to the performance of the group.

  • Prepare progress reports.

  • Plan, rehearse and direct pupils

Relationships

  • Identify pupil needs, and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils with health, attitude and learning problems.

  • Conference and collaborate with parents and other professional staff members regarding pupil progress and social-emotional development.

  • Supervise pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.

  • Share in the sponsorship of student activities and participate in faculty committees.

  • May plan and coordinate the work of aides, teacher assistants, or other paraprofessionals.

  • Cooperate with school administration in providing musical program for school productions, graduation ceremonies, and civic functions when possible.

  • Perform basic accounting and business services as required.

Professional Attitude, Responsibility, and Participation

  • Professional Growth:

    • Maintain professional competence through participation in in-service education, workshops, and clinics provided by the District, and/or in self-selected professional growth activities related to music.

    • Participate in curriculum and other developmental programs within the school of assignment and/or on a District level.

  • Adaptability:

    • May teach under modular or flexible scheduling plans.

    • Analyze the class level of musical competence and select music which offers both successes and challenges in performances.

    • Adapt standards to each situation and always strive to bring pupils up at their own rate of development.

  • Abide by the Code of Ethics.

  • There are often times when in the course of the year, a Music teacher may have to work many hours outside of the school day. These are a part of the position and should not be construed as additional hours for payment, but part of the overall duties and responsibilities of the teacher.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Valid Credential authorizing instruction of music (Single Subject or Supplemental)

  • Valid Multiple Subjects Teaching Credential (preferred)

  • Valid California Driver's License

Knowledge and Abilities:

Knowledge of and ability to implement the subject matter, philosophical, social, and educational concepts relative to the duties and responsibilities listed on this job description.

Accountability: Supervision/Evaluation: On-site principal and/or District VAPA Coordinator and/or designee.

Working Conditions

Environment: Office, school and classroom environments; driving a vehicle to conduct work; occasional contact with dissatisfied individuals; constant interruptions.

Physical Abilities: With reasonable accommodations, if necessary, sitting or standing for extended periods of time; hearing and speaking to exchange information and assist students in instructional activities and make presentations; facilitating and monitoring various activities; reading various documents that includes printed instructional materials and video screen displays; dexterity of hands and fingers to operate musical instruments, a computer keyboard and other office/instructional equipment; reaching overhead, above the shoulders and horizontally, bending at the waist or kneeling to retrieve supplies or other materials.

Pacifica School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and reasonable accommodations are made under the Americans with Disability Act as required by law

Primary Group Chorus Director (Ragazzi Boys Chorus)

Primary Group Chorus Director - Wednesday Evening - Redwood City, CA

September 2023-June 2024

Ragazzi Boys Chorus (www.ragazzi.org), the San Francisco Bay Area’s largest choral organization for boys, seeks an inspired and vibrant Primary Group Chorus Director (PGCD) to lead one of three entry-level choruses on Wednesday evenings from 5:00-7:40p.

Ragazzi begins its 36th season under the artistic and administrative leadership of Kent Jue. We provide exceptional educational and performance opportunities for boys in the art of choral singing. Our thriving organization serves over 200 boys and young men, ages 5–18, from over 100 schools and 30 cities. Boys progress through six tiered ensembles as they achieve musical and developmental benchmarks. We empower our choristers to create positive change in their communities and develop young men of character and distinction. Ragazzi produces its own concert series and regularly collaborates with such ensembles as the San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera, Symphony Silicon Valley, and Opera San Jose. Ragazzi is supported by sixteen teaching artists and seven administrators. Our robust program includes a comprehensive theory program, a sleep-away camp, and annual tours.

Each Primary Group comprises approximately 16-20 entry-level boys in grades 1-4. Reporting to the Coordinator of Training Ensembles, the PGCD designs the curriculum for their class and delivers rehearsal instruction preparing boys for performances in collaboration with the other directors. The PGCD oversees boys’ fulfillment of placement requirements for the next level, including their progress through the Ragazzi Theory Program as separately taught by the Theory Director.

In addition, the PGCD:

  • Plans and conducts rehearsals that include vocal technique, sight-reading with moveable do, theory, performance practice, and repertoire (collaborative pianist provided)

  • Develops and fosters a structured, nurturing, and joyful environment that creates enthusiasm for singing, the ensemble, and the Ragazzi program

  • Communicates the Ragazzi philosophy clearly and effectively to boys and families, laying the groundwork for higher levels of commitment to the program

  • Sends formal and informal evaluations, keeping boys and families abreast of progress

Strong candidates will possess the following preferred qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in music education, choral conducting, or music performance, or the

  • equivalent

  • Strong knowledge of vocal production and choral technique

  • Exemplary musicianship and teaching skills

  • Kodály training with successful teaching application

  • Three years of experience teaching choral music to children

  • Excellent written and oral communication skills

  • Attention to detail and follow-through skills

  • Ability to work with others in a collegial and collaborative way

  • Passion for supporting boys and young men in the choral arts

Primary Group calendar:

  • Rehearsals, Wednesday evening, onsite 5:00-7:40p (rehearsal from 5:30-7:20p), September through June, 178 Clinton Street, Redwood City, CA 94062

  • Recitals, with dress rehearsals: December 9, 2023 and June 1, 2024

  • Singing Saturday rehearsals and faculty meetings: Saturday in October 2023 (date TBC), and Saturday May 2023 (date TBC), 9:00a-1:30p

  • Other performances by mutual agreement ($150 per gig)

Compensation: $7400 per year, $500 professional development (ACDA) stipend, one professional service rehearsal coverage per semester, and sick time accrual. This is a part-time job. Other benefits are not offered.

To apply: Please send a cover letter, a resume, three references, a short rehearsal and performance video link, and a recent concert program to Artistic and Executive Director Kent Jue at kjue@ragazzi.org. Ragazzi Boys Chorus is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.

TK-5 Music Teacher (Aspire Public Schools)

Please apply here: https://jobs.jobvite.com/aspirepublicschools/job/o6Hmmfwf

Reach out with any questions to: jay.stack@aspirepublicschools.org

About Aspire:
Aspire Public Schools operates a network of high-performing, college preparatory charter schools serving TK-12 scholars in communities across California. Founded in 1998—in an effort to transform the inequitable racial, social, and gender outcomes that our communities persist through—Aspire is one of the largest and most forward-thinking open-enrollment public charter school systems in the nation.

Our purpose is to prepare our scholars for success in college, career, and life. At Aspire, we set a foundation for our scholars to gain knowledge, skills, and power to access and make choices for their families and post-secondary lives. Every day, our community of students, families, teachers and staff comes together to learn, work, and play in an environment grounded in our values of Bienestar (Well-Being), Culture of Belonging, Community Partnership, Agency & Self-Determination, and Joy.

The Opportunity:
Behind every successful student is a team of passionate and dedicated educators. As an instructor at Aspire, you will deliver high-quality instruction within a small school environment where every student is known and valued as an individual. In addition, you will empower students to take control of their own learning and contribute to the continuous improvement of our nationally recognized model. Your professional learning community will provide a supportive and collaborative environment to fuel your growth and development. Together, we will change the odds for underserved students, ensuring that every student is prepared to earn a college degree.

What You Will Do:

  • Establish a culture of high expectations that includes the shared belief that every student will attend college

  • Develop and implement lesson plans and classroom activities aligned with California State Standards and Aspire Instructional Guidelines

  • Assess students regularly and refine and differentiate classroom instruction based on assessment data and student needs

  • Communicate regularly with students and families and involve families as partners in their child’s education

  • Identify unique student needs and collaborate with team members to effectively address those needs and improve instructional practices throughout the school

  • Actively participate in professional development activities, and work closely with lead teachers, principal, and instructional coaches

What You Will Bring:

  • Bachelor’s degree

  • Valid Music Teaching Credential

  • 1+ year working with students as a teacher, teacher intern, or teaching assistant preferred

  • Knowledge of subject matter, including State Standards and subject-specific frameworks

  • Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles

  • Ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative student data

  • Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices

Compensation:
Aspire Public Schools is dedicated to our teammate's well-being!  In addition to a competitive base salary that is benchmarked against local districts and charter schools, we offer employees exceptional benefits, including paid time off, 100% core health benefits coverage on select plans, life insurance/long-term disability, participation in a CA state retirement plan, tuition reimbursement plan, and adoption assistance program.

Artistic Director (Children's Chorus of Maryland)

The Children’s Chorus of Maryland (CCM) & School of Music – a Kodály-based conservatory for children ages 5-18 – seeks its next Artistic Director to build on the foundation established by its founder, Betty Bertaux, and more recently, Susan Bialek, and lead it into a 5th decade of inspiring and empowering children through exceptional and joyous musical learning and performance.

About CCM

Nurturing voices, minds and hearts since 1976, CCM is a comprehensive program of musical training and distinguished performance experience. CCM believes that the experience of collaborative music-making nurtures the mind, the heart, the spirit, and the community, and helps young people develop into skilled, thoughtful, innovative and contributing citizens and leaders.

CCM’s unique curriculum, created by its founder Betty Bertaux and based on the Kodály method, fosters the development of music literacy in much the same way that children become literate in their native language—beginning with the musical vocabulary of childhood songs, folksongs, and universal motifs that children have already heard and sung, and progressing toward mastering the written form of their musical language. This playful, organic approach feels natural and joyful to young musicians, but quickly moves them forward on the path to fluently reading and interpreting music. Through a carefully designed, 10-level curriculum and in the care of highly trained teachers, what begins as musical games leads to advanced musical skill. To accomplish this, the CCM program brings students together twice each week (Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings) in small group classes, spending part of each session on rehearsal and performance preparation, and the rest on the building blocks of mastery. Based on a combination of the Kodály Method and Gordon Music Learning Theory, CCM’s ten levels of musicianship classes and three levels of performing choirs (Treble, ages 6-10; Lyric, ages 9-13; and Concert, ages 12-17) are designed to ensure that every student makes progress. Additionally, CCM offers summer camp opportunities, special workshops, and our “Crickets” music-and-play program for children ages 4 to 6. (Learn more about CCM on its website.) https://ccmsings.org/

CCM’s next Artistic Director (AD) will be a joyful, energetic, and experienced choral music educator, having successfully worked with young elementary through high school age students. The AD will demonstrate outstanding musical skills, effective use of choral/vocal pedagogy, and conducting gesture appropriate for each choir. They will have a strong command and knowledge of diverse, appropriate choral literature for young singers, from beginner to advanced levels and of the application of Kodály principals to leading children’s choirs of all levels toward excellence in performance and excitement about immersive musical experiences.

The ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge of teaching, reaching, and communicating with all genders, and both introverted and extroverted children, creating a classroom climate of inclusion and support for all, and fostering a team mentality within each ensemble. Innovation, flexibility, attentiveness, willingness to observe and learn, and the ability to adapt to the unexpected are all qualities that will be required.

The next AD must be an inspiring leader who dedicates themselves to the success of the CCM organization. To that end, the Artistic Director works in close collaboration with the Executive Director, Program Manager, and Board of Directors in matters related to future planning, communications, strategy development, daily operations, thoughtful creation and implementation of policies and procedures, and development of new partnerships, ventures, and projects.

As Artistic leader, the AD will:

  • Lead three sequenced choirs, guided by the pedagogical principals of Kodály/Gordon, including selecting age-appropriate repertoire for each in unison, SA, SSA, and SSAA voicings, and determining the performance schedule for each and for the organization as a whole. Programming shall incorporate music from a wide variety of cultures, areas of the world and in a variety of languages with proven standards of the children’s choir repertoire.

  • Prepare each ensemble for planned performances, typically 4-8 annually, which may include rehearsals beyond the typical twice weekly schedule.

  • Audition choristers utilizing child developmental sequence of musical activities and tasks

  • Seek out, foster, and facilitate collaboration with other local performing ensembles and prepare CCM singers for those collaborative performances, including with adult choirs, other children’s choirs, orchestras and other instrumental ensembles, local area festivals, opera companies, dance companies and the like

  • Remain current in developments in choral music education; repertoire, rehearsal technique, vocal pedagogy

As Educator, the AD will:

  • Function as CCM’s Education Director, both supervising and working collaboratively with faculty to keep CCM’s curriculum current and relevant and supportive of the choral program

  • Interview/hire faculty as needed, work with Executive Director to craft faculty contracts, and lead faculty meetings 2-3 times per year

  • Teach one level of the curriculum

  • Meet with all CCM singers individually twice annually for constructive feedback and singing together one on one, and write narrative progress reports about each chorister twice annually for parents

  • Foster the development and progress of students who wish to apply to or have been accepted to honor choirs; and write recommendation letters

  • Create non-curricular events to foster student engagement and to build team. Examples have been leading folk or Morris dancing, caroling party, choir pot luck, crafts

As Administrator, the AD will:

  • Foster communication and relationships with local area music teachers

  • Manage the CCM choral music library

  • In collaboration with the program manager:

    • create the season calendar well in advance, to include all performances, make up dates, special events

    • create, organize, and lead a retreat for the concert choir singers in early fall

    • research, and draft proposals for touring options

  • Be part of the public relations team, appearing at informational events, or TV/Radio appearances

  • Be present at in person fundraising events

  • Address parent communications and concerns related to children’s experience, learning style, rehearsal and performance policies and questions

  • Communicate thoughtfully, early, and often with parents of students who struggle and offer assistance as possible (extra help, tutoring, resources)

  • Sit on the CCM board of directors, ex-officio, attend monthly board meetings. Engage in board committee work. Remain involved in discussions that will steer the organization forward into its next exciting chapter and toward the marking of its 50th Anniversary and beyond

Professional Qualifications required:

  • Master’s Degree in Music Education or comparable

  • Kodály Certification from an accredited OAKE program, at least three levels completed *

  • 7+ years experience leading a choral program with and for children and youth

  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills

  • Familiarity with Google Classroom capabilities and other online teaching tools for both class and choir in the event online teaching must be revisited

* Candidates without their Kodály certification will be considered with the assumption that the certificate will be earned within the first three years in the position.

Additional qualifications, preferred, but not required:

  • Training in Gordon Music Learning Theory

  • Familiarity with applications of Orff and/or Dalcroze principals to enrich the CCM experience

  • VoiceCare Network concepts or similar apropos children’s voice development

The Artistic Director is strongly encouraged/expected to be engaged with professional organizations such as ACDA, Chorus America, OAKE and MMEA through attendance at conferences, in online discussion groups, and by seeking opportunities for CCM singers to appear in performance as part of conference honor choirs or as a demonstration ensemble during a presentation.

Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation, including health and retirement benefits, is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is salaried and full-time, with a schedule that includes regular weeknight and weekend commitments. Salary starting at $70,000, negotiated based on education and experience.

All CCM employees are subject to background checks and must be vaccinated against COVID-19.

CCM is an equal-opportunity employer and is deeply committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. As such, it encourages underrepresented candidates to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or age.

Application Procedure:

Please submit the following to Executive Director, David Bielenberg at dbielenberg@ccmsings.org:

  • A cover letter describing your relevant experience and interest in the position

  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae

  • One proposed concert program sample with repertoire choices appropriate for our three sequenced choirs

  • One video of a concert performance sample, not to exceed 5 minutes (please include the date and location of performance and title and composer); one video of a prior rehearsal is also strongly encouraged, not to exceed 5 minutes

Applications will be accepted until April 1. CCM plans to fill this position on or before July 1, 2023, with the next

Artistic Director in place to lead the 2023-2024 season beginning in September.

Submission of candidacy will be held in confidence.

Presto Associate Conductor (Vivace Youth Chorus of San Jose)

Reports To: Artistic Director

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Last Modified: March 13, 2023

Initial Review Date: April 1, 2023

Posted until filled.

Job Summary

The associate conductor leads Vivace’s Presto Ensemble, a mixed-voice ensemble of 20–30 singers in 7th–12th grades, and directs tenor/bass voices alone on repertoire that is written specifically for them. Areas of responsibility include repertoire selection, rehearsal planning and directing, singer assessments, communications, and regular collaboration with the artistic director and other staff on concert and tour planning, recruitment, and singer enrichment activities. This is a part-time, non-exempt position reporting to the artistic director.

Responsibilities

Artistic

  • Work with the artistic director to plan repertoire for concerts and run weekly rehearsals, currently Thursdays, 6:30 pm–8:00 pm

  • Conduct the Presto and tenor/bass ensembles in two formal concerts per year, as well as other performances in the community

  • Work with the artistic director to plan and lead annual weekend retreat in the fall semester and the Spring Sing in April

  • Help plan biennial summer tours for the performing choirs

  • Audition and place new singers in the ensemble at the start of each semester

  • Conduct end-of-year assessments for singers, meeting individually with each singer and submitting a written electronic report to the parent/guardian and singer

Communications

  • Communicate with parents and singers as needed via email/phone

  • Regularly communicate with office staff to coordinate rosters, newsletters, and other written materials as needed

  • Attend staff meetings at least once per semester

Community/Enrichment Activities

  • Actively work with community ensembles to collaborate on larger works and/or other venues for the choir to participate in

  • Publicize opportunities for honor choir participation and other enrichment activities to singers

  • Assist the artistic director with recordings, online applications, and in-person auditions

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in music education or vocal performance

  • 3+ years experience directing a choir in an educational setting

  • Satisfactory background check and clearance to work in the United States

Ideal candidates will also have one or more of the following:

  • Master’s degree in choral conducting, music education, vocal performance, or related field

  • Experience working with changing tenor/bass voices

  • Experience using the Kodály method for music literacy

Work Environment

  • Weekly in-person rehearsals in Willow Glen, San José

  • In-person staff meetings, concerts, and events, as required by the artistic director

  • Some physical labor, such as lifting 25-lb boxes to a height of 3–4 feet and carrying materials to and from events

Scope and Changes

This job description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Vivace reserves the right to change the job duties at any time.

Compensation and Benefits

  • Estimated $5,500–$6,500 per year with room for growth

    • $60 per hour teaching rate (rehearsals, performances, etc.)

    • $20 per hour administrative rate (preparation, chaperone time outside of rehearsing, communication and other administrative work)

  • Sick time

  • CalSavers Retirement Plan

  • Travel costs for organization-sponsored tours

  • Support for professional development

Application Procedure

Email resume and cover letter with “Presto Associate Conductor” in the subject line to jobs@vivaceyouthchorus.org. Please send only PDF or Microsoft Word files.

About Vivace Youth Chorus

Vivace’s mission is to empower young singers to discover their spirit of creativity, compassion, and collaboration through the beauty of song.

We are closing a critical educational gap by providing the youth of the greater San José area a much-needed inclusive and engaging musical experience; they become our future ambassadors for the arts. More information is available at www.vivaceyouthchorus.org.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Vivace Youth Chorus provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Equity Statement

Vivace Youth Chorus of San José is committed to practices of equity and inclusion in our work with all individuals we come into contact with, including our current singers and families, our staff, our alumni, and our surrounding community. The San José area, and the expanse of Silicon Valley, is rich with diversity. It is our greatest desire to embody this diversity by providing access to our programs to every student and family we interact with, regardless of their economic status or racial, cultural, religious, or sexual identity. Together, we strive to promote systemic change through the unifying power of music, and spark the light of song in all people.

Full Time Teaching Artist (Cantare Children’s Choirs of Oakland)

Cantare Children’s Choirs of Oakland provide tuition-free choral music residencies to over 3,000 students weekly in underserved Oakland schools. Cantare seeks to nurture a compassionate community across various social boundaries through the power of music, building lifelong connections with our students and their families. Cantare is an inter-generational organization that also supports two adult community choirs and an audition-free summer choir.

Cantare is seeking a dynamic, experienced music teacher to join our team of professional Teaching Artists in a full-time position. The Full time Teaching Artist will provide some input in determining teaching assignments each year, in consultation with the Director of Music Education and Director of Children’s and Youth Choirs.

Hours:

● Weekly 40-min lessons for TK-5th grades conducted in a combination of schools sites (August through May)

● Two after-school choirs, one hour each every week (August through May)

● Special events on weekends/evenings, including Cantare Children's Choirs Fall and Spring concerts

● 2-week Cantare Summer Camp (June 2024)

● End-of-year culmination performances (format and dates TBD)

● Professional development sessions and staff meetings (dates/time upon agreement)

Job Duties:

● Prepare and teach weekly lessons and choir rehearsals (August through May)

● Prepare and teach lessons and choir rehearsals for Cantare summer camp (June)

● Build relationship with students by engaging school staff and its community

● Organize performances at school events, in collaboration with Cantare as well as school staff

● Represent Cantare with high standards of professionalism and punctuality

● Attend professional development sessions and staff meetings

● Complete administrative paperwork, student evaluations on time

Qualifications:

● B.A. or equivalent in music field

● Ability to effectively teach music in Spanish immersion classroom a strong plus

● Experience working with middle school students a plus

● Experience in Kodály and Orff music education preferred

● Experience working with students in economically disadvantaged communities

● Comfortable with materials from diverse traditions

● Vocal technique skills

● A commitment to artistic and educational excellence

● Encouraging, compassionate, and effective classroom management skills

Start Date: August 1, 2023

Compensation:

● $66k to $70k annually based upon experience

● Can be paid over an 11 or 12 month period

● Kaiser Health Care

● Vision and Dental coverage

● Opportunity to contribute to Roth IRA

Professional development opportunities are included, along with a budget for supplies, equipment, and access to libraries of music and materials. Teaching Artists receive support from Cantare’s artistic and administrative staff. We have a dynamic team of Teaching Artists with diverse talents and experience who support one another, collaborate musically, and share materials. Visit www.cantareconvivo.org to learn more about our organization

Successful candidates will need to pass a background check. Cantare is an equal opportunity employer and values and supports a diverse and inclusive workplace. Vaccination against COVID-19 with up-to-date boosters is required.

Interested applicants should send the following to Conway Tan-Gregory, Director of Music Education, at conway@cantareconvivo.org. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

• Cover letter

• Resume

• Two references upon request

• A video teaching sample, if possible

Part-Time Kinder Teacher (iSing Silicon Valley)

Kinder Teacher (iSing Silicon Valley)

Palo Alto, CA

Part-time

Position Overview:

iSing Silicon Valley is seeking a passionate Kinder teacher to join our AMAZING teaching team and lead our NEW Kinder training level, starting in September 2023. The iSing Kinder teacher  will teach weekly classes for kinder-aged singers at our Palo Alto location and, with consultation from the Artistic Directors, be responsible for the overall programming and curriculum. Through a Kodaly and Orff-based approach, our Kinder teacher will meet once a week with each class to teach basic music literacy and singing skills using play, dance, games, stories, and instruments. We welcome the input of the Kinder teacher on the weekly schedule for our new Kinder classes.  


About iSing Silicon Valley:  

Founded in 2013 by Jennah Delp Somers and Shane Troll, iSing is an award-winning arts organization offering an innovative, rigorous, and transforming choral education for more than 300 1st–12th grade girls in Silicon Valley. For more information about iSing, please visit www.isingsv.com.

Qualifications:

  • BA Music required, MA Music preferred (music education)

  • Experience teaching kinder and elementary-age singers

  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with students and parents

  • Piano and/or guitar proficiency preferred

  • Knowledge and experience with Kodaly and Orff methods

  • Ability to work as part of a team

  • iSing offers generous compensation! 

To Apply: 

Please send a resume and cover letter to Artistic Director Shane Troll at shane@isingsv.com.

Music Positions in Bakersfield City School District

Applicants can contact the Bakersfield City School District VAPA Coordinator, Michael Stone, directly at (661) 319-8218.

Please see below for various openings in the Bakersfield City School District along with application links.

Artistic Director (Musae)

Musae, a San Francisco-based nonprofit treble vocal ensemble, seeks an artistic director to lead the group beginning with the 2023-2024 season. Our season is divided into two concert cycles (dates below). The annual stipend for this position starts at $12,000.

Our ensemble is committed to excellence. We present compelling performances that engage and move our audiences through storytelling, collaboration with other musicians, and beautiful vocal artistry. We seek an artistic director who will advance our mission and continue to help us grow and learn as an ensemble, and who will help us continue to provide heartfelt and adventurous music-making to our growing audience around the Bay Area.

We also are a small but thriving nonprofit organization and we seek an artistic director who will work with our board of directors to continue to expand our success with performing, recording, and community-building through music.

Please visit www.musae.org/search to learn more and apply.

Artistic and Executive Director (Young Women’s Choral Projects of San Francisco)

Young Women’s Choral Projects of San Francisco (YWCP) seeks a visionary, multitalented, and joyful Artistic and Executive Director to lead this world-class choral organization in its next growth phase, beginning with the 2023-2024 season. The new Artistic and Executive Director will bring exceptional musical ability and successful experience as a choral conductor and children’s educator to further the development of this artistically vibrant and financially sound organization. The new Artistic and Executive Director will embrace and embody YWCP’s mission to transform the lives of young women through exceptional artistry in choral performance and bring the expressive power of their music to the community, the nation, and the world.

About YWCP

YWCP is an award-winning, world-class choral organization for young women ages 4-18 where choristers from diverse backgrounds find their voices as singers, artists, and individuals in a nurturing and joyful musical environment that empowers them to achieve artistic and personal excellence. Founded in 2012 by Dr. Susan McMane, YWCP is comprised of four choir levels (three training choirs and one premier ensemble): Prelude Chorus (grades 2-6), Allegro Chorus (grades 4-8), Vivo Chorus (grades 6-12), and Young Women’s Chorus (grades 7-12). Each level has a unique curriculum and musical objectives, and together the levels constitute a comprehensive vocal music education. YWCP also offers two non-auditioned classes for girls ages 4-8. Our organization is open to all female-identifying and gender non-conforming youth who sing in the treble range. The Young Women’s Chorus (YWC) is YWCP’s premier performing ensemble and is comprised of singers who exhibit excellent vocal technique and exceptional musicianship skills. YWC sings challenging choral music for treble voices, emphasizing classical compositions from all eras and including world music, jazz and Broadway selections. YWC presents an annual concert series in the San Francisco Bay Area, tours annually nationally or internationally, and collaborates and appears with renowned guest artists and arts organizations such as the San Francisco Symphony, Frederica von Stade, UC Berkeley's Cal Performances, the Kronos Quartet, and the London Philharmonia. To learn more about the organization, please visit ywcp.org.

Artistic and Executive Director Responsibilities

The Artistic and Executive Director will set the artistic vision and organizational operation of the organization as a whole and direct the Young Women’s Chorus. The ideal candidate is committed to creating an environment of personal and musical growth for children and young adults through choral music education and is enthusiastic about the opportunity to craft meaningful and joyful musical experiences for the YWCP singers. According to Caroline, a 2022 graduate,

“the most precious gift this chorus and our director have given me has been the ability to value myself. I’ve found that as a young woman, feeling as though I have inherent worth and that I deserve to take up space is often difficult. During my time in the chorus, however, my faith in myself has blossomed beyond what I believed possible.”

Artistic Responsibilities

  • Define and embody the artistic and educational standards of the YWCP, inspire the organization.

  • Oversee and direct the management of all concerts (including training choirs).

  • Mentor artistic staff to ensure the singers’ high music education and artistry level.

  • Build and maintain relationships and cultivate opportunities to collaborate with other high-level musicians and arts organizations, including identifying and facilitating opportunities for creative collaborations with other artists that can expand the diversity and repertoire of the YWCP.

  • Commission new works for treble voices.

  • Maintain artistic growth through membership in choral organizations and attend workshops and conventions as appropriate.

  • Lead singer recruitment efforts and oversee placement auditions.

  • Teach and conduct the premier ensemble, including selecting repertoire, teaching music, directing all rehearsals and retreats, preparing for performances and leading performances.

  • Oversee advancement criteria and educational goals for each choir’s singers in collaboration with the artistic staff.

  • Lead YWC on an annual summer tour of roughly ten days.

Executive and Administrative Responsibilities

  • Manage growth of YWCP in alignment with the organization’s mission, vision, operating budget, and strategic plan.

  • Supervise and develop administrative and artistic staff and contracted instrumentalists.

  • Work with the Managing Director on the day-to-day operation of the organization.

  • Oversee and implement fundraising and grant-writing efforts, including helping to identify and cultivate prospects.

  • Attend Board meetings as a member, provide regular reports, work collaboratively to develop the operating plan and budget, respond to other high-level organizational needs.

  • Strategize innovative ways to increase enrollment and impact.

  • Develop and maintain a warm and nurturing environment that will nourish young singers.

  • Manage staff recruitment as necessary.

  • Work with artistic and administrative staff to implement concert programs.

  • Maintain communication with parents and singers, including regular meetings as needed.

  • Serve as the organization’s public ambassador and support YWCP marketing initiatives to promote YWCP’s mission.

  • Supervise outreach to parent and alum communities.

  • Work with YWCP staff to ensure that all necessary administrative tasks are accomplished, including planning rehearsal schedules and locations

Qualifications and Competencies

This section describes the skills and experience that are most important to this position. We understand that not everyone will be equally strong in each area and that each candidate will bring strengths and talents beyond what we’ve described. We welcome your application if you are excited about this role and our mission! The ideal candidate will possess the following:

  • Master's degree in music; DMA or Ph.D. preferred.

  • Minimum of ten years of choral conducting experience; minimum of five years experience conducting children’s choirs.

  • Demonstrated track record of providing outstanding artistic and organizational leadership for a multi-ensemble organization; minimum of five years of experience preferred.

  • Exceptional conductor and vocal educator skills with a thorough understanding of the young voice; ability to select diverse, challenging, and developmentally appropriate music.

  • Thorough knowledge of children’s and treble choir repertoire, with particular attention to highly-regarded repertoire and diverse, innovative programming.

  • Proven leadership, organizational development, long-term artistic & strategic planning.

  • Charisma and ability to motivate singers, artistic staff, and Board members.

  • A high degree of personal integrity and character, with an ability to build consensus.

  • Exceptional organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.

  • Knowledge of and significant experience in the use of the Kodály method.

  • Passion for children’s music education and choral excellence.

  • Membership in professional choral music and music education associations

Hours, Compensation and Benefits

The Artistic and Executive Director will report to the YWCP Board of Directors. Compensation, including benefits, is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. The position is salaried and full-time, with a schedule that includes regular weeknight and weekend commitments. Salary starting at $110,000, negotiated based on education and experience.

Regular YWCP rehearsals take place on Wednesday evenings and Sunday afternoons at the Calvary Presbyterian Church in the Pacific Heights neighborhood of San Francisco. The Artistic and Executive Director will work from home during their non-rehearsal hours.

All YWCP employees are subject to background checks and must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Employees will be asked to provide proof of complete vaccination before their first day on the job.

YWCP is an equal-opportunity employer.

Application Process

Please submit the following to ywcpdirectorsearch@gmail.com:

  • A cover letter describing your relevant experience and interest in the position

  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae

  • Three professional references with phone and email contact information (please include a description of the applicant’s relationship with each individual)

  • Two or more proposed concert program samples with repertoire choices appropriate for our premier ensemble.

  • Videos of concert performance samples (please include the date and location of performance and title and composer for each piece performed); videos of prior rehearsals are also welcome.

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis, with priority consideration for applications submitted by November 30, 2022. Top candidates will be asked to participate in at least one rehearsal. Submission of candidacy will be held in confidence. The position will be filled by Spring 2023 and commence in late spring of 2023, with the Artistic and Executive Director assuming full-time leadership of the organization by September 1, 2023.

Avghie and Anthos Choral Director (Kairos Music Academy)

Exciting job opening for part time conductor for Berkeley based youth choir with a 30 year plus history. The Director prepares for and conducts the Avghie (Greek for “Sunrise”) and Anthos (Greek for “Blossoming”) ensembles (ages approx 6 to 9) in weekly rehearsals and performances. The Director collaborates with the choir staff to meet the artistic goals, objectives and long range plans of Kairos Music Academy.

The beginning group offers an engaging yet friendly and nurturing atmosphere for young musicians to find their vocal technique while enjoying inspiring group camaraderie. Our choir values authentic and joyful creative expression while learning to work together for high musical achievement.

The Director implements an education plan designed to enhance the singers’ musical skills and knowledge. Qualifications:

  • Genuine enjoyment and love of children

  • Experienced choral conductor with a music Bachelor’s Degree or higher

  • Experience in working with children of multiple ages, especially younger students 6 to 9 yrs old

  • Preferred minimum of two years experience in choral conducting / music education

  • Historical knowledge of children’s choral repertoire

  • Favorable connections to local schools and community

  • Energetic and engaging personality, with eagerness to grow/develop the choir program

  • Proficiency in piano / keyboard skills preferred

  • Strong organizational, problem solving, and positive communication skills

  • Musical theatre/opera performing arts background a plus.

Avghie & Anthos Conductor Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recruits and auditions singers from Bay Area with the Administrative Director and Founding Music Director.

• Conducts rehearsals and performances (or helps to find sub if appropriate)

• Collaborates to design yearly events and to develop and implement education programs for its singers.

• Seeks and solidifies beneficial opportunities to perform beyond its usual engagements.

• Develops and maintains strong collegial relationships with Kairos staff.

• Represents Kairos Choir at community events.

• Attends Rehearsals Tuesdays & Thursdays 4:30 - 6:30 PM

• Conducts in Concerts & Choir's Calendar Events

Salary determined upon education and experience; opportunities for growth in the part- time position.

INTERESTED APPLICANTS: Please submit cover letter, resume/CV, references to kairoschoir@gmail.com via email attachment and/ or via mail at: Search Committee

Kairos Music Academy 1953 Hopkins Street Berkeley CA 94707. Position to be filled as soon as the qualified candidate and positive match is found.

For more info please contact Founding Conductor Laura Kakis Serper via text message at (510)332-1108 or by using the email above.

(Note: Finalists selected after interviews will be asked to submit sample mock concert program for a treble choir comprised of unison & 2- part repertoire. If you would like to do this right away, please include a small description of what moves you to chose the piece.)

Lower Division Choral Teacher (Marin Girls Chorus)

Come join a legacy organization! Marin Girls Chorus is seeking an enthusiastic, energetic lower division teacher.  The Marin Girls Chorus has served girls K-12 in Marin County for over 35 years and needs one or two new lower division teachers. Teachers will work with students in grades K-3 in 45 min to one-hour blocks. We have openings on Monday afternoons in Corte Madera and Wednesday afternoons in Mill Valley. We may have additional opportunities within Marin County.
Job Description:

  • Preparation and leading of one or more rehearsals per week (September-May)

  • Conduct a minimum of two concerts per year (December 10,2022 and May 14, 2023), in addition to community outreach performances throughout the year

  • Attend monthly artistic staff meeting

  • Provide written assessments of each student twice a year (January and May)

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Music, preferably in voice or music education.

  • Minimum two years of conducting experience.

  • Minimum two years experience working with children.

  • Expertise in Kodály and Orff teaching methods.

  • Basic keyboard skills.

  • Upbeat, creative personality.

  • High-level verbal and written communication skills.

Job Types: Part-time, Contract
COVID-19 considerations:
We are currently requiring our singing students to wear masks.
Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Mill Valley, CA 94941: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

  • Corte Madera CA 

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

  • Experience with children: 1 year (Required)

  • Teaching: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One or two locations

Please contact our Artistic Director, Cole Thomason-Redus for more information. 

Music Instructor (Sonor Music School)

Sonor Music School located in Lafayette, CA is looking for qualified and professional music instructors to join our faculty team. Available positions:

* Individual lessons for Piano, Violin, Cello, Guitar, Ukulele and more…

* Theory group lessons

* Semi private group music lessons for younger beginners

We offer competitive pay and explosive growth as a musician and educator.

We are a team of kind, professional educators dedicated to the progress of our students, offering the highest level of musical education. Students range in age from 5-year old beginners to more experienced teenagers, and sometimes adults. Lessons are scheduled according to mutual availability with the teacher and the students.

If you’d like to join our team and grow exponentially as a musician and as an educator, please send us your resume. Please check us out on www.sonormusicschool.com and on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/sonormusicschool

Thank you for your interest in joining the Sonor Music School family! We hope to have you as one of our wonderful faculties.

Elementary-Middle School Band Teacher (Ackerman Charter School District)

Please apply here: https://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1644385

Position Description

Plans and teaches a balanced band program including all contemporary band instruments for students in the upper elementary grades. Teacher is responsible for music education of pupils at the elementary and middle school level, and assists the staff of the school in the improvement and appreciation of music instruction. Helps pupils grow in their enjoyment, appreciation, and performance of music through a variety of planned music experiences which may include singing, moving to music, playing of instruments and listening and performs other duties directly related to this job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Recruits students to receive instruction in playing standard band and orchestra instruments

2. Organizes daily class instruction for regular teaching and assessment, as well as performance preparations to be accomplished within the allotted time.

3. Teaches knowledge and skills in the field of music, which may include general, instrumental or choral music to primary students utilizing the appropriate developmental lessons and curriculum.

4. Provides individual and small group instruction in order to adapt curriculum to the needs of the students with varying intellectual abilities, and to accommodate a variety of instructional activities.

5. Provides instruction by which students develop aesthetic concepts and appreciations and the ability to make qualitative judgments about music

6. Maintains an organized storage area and proper inventory control to prevent loss or damages.

7. Facilitates minor instrument repairs and requests professional services for repairs when necessary.

8. Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior required to provide an orderly and productive environment

9. Instructs students in proper care and use of instruments and equipment, organizes storage areas and controls use of materials and instruments to prevent loss or abuse

10. Evaluates each student's performance and growth in knowledge and understanding and prepares progress reports

11. Organizes and prepares students for multiple performances yearly.

12. Communicates with local high schools to transition students to high school program.

13. Selects and requisitions instructional materials, books, etc., and maintains inventory records

14. Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the District and/or in self-selected professional growth activities

15. Communicates with parents on student progress

16. Cooperates in school-wide supervision of students during out-of-classroom activities

17. Participates in faculty and/or District committees and the sponsorship of student activities

CREDENTIAL:

● Valid California Credential with license authorizing instruction in Music.

● Must provide subject matter competency in Music, or proof of Music Major through transcripts.

● Valid English Learner Certification

● Verification of NCLB Highly Qualified compliance

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree, including all courses to meet credential requirements

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Reports to: Superintendent or his/her Designee

Contract Days: 182 Days

Salary Schedule placement based upon experience and credentials. Ranges from $49,500-$96,800.

Rehearsal Coordinator and Administrative Assistant (Young Women's Choral Projects)

The Young Women’s Choral Projects of San Francisco seeks a part-time rehearsal coordinator and administrative assistant. The employee is an integral part of YWCP’s small administrative team, assisting YWCP at all rehearsals and self-produced concerts.

THE ORGANIZATION:

The Young Women’s Choral Projects of San Francisco, led by Interim Artistic Director Dr. Martín Benvenuto, is recognized as a world-class choral organization for young women. Founded in 2012 by Dr. Susan McMane, YWCP includes six levels of choral experience for young women ages 4-18 from across the San Francisco Bay Area. The mission of YWCP is to transform the lives of young women through exceptional artistry in choral performance, and to bring the expressive power of their music to the community, the nation, and the world. Through YWCP, participants of richly diverse socio-ethnic backgrounds find their voices as singers, artists and women in a nurturing environment that empowers them to achieve artistic and personal excellence. YWCP produces approximately six concerts each season in the Bay Area and sings regularly with professional ensembles such as San Francisco Symphony. More information about the organization can be found at www.ywcp.org.

Rehearsals for the ensembles are held at Calvary Presbyterian Church, 2515 Fillmore Street in San Francisco. This position reports to YWCP’s Managing Director, and works directly with our young choristers.

DUTIES:

1. Prepare the rehearsal rooms before rehearsals (Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons)

2. Check-in choristers at rehearsals and be a staff presence in the building:

Sundays 2:30-6:15pm 3 times a month, and 1:30 – 6:15pm once a month

Tuesdays 3:30-5:45pm

Wednesdays 3:30-9:15pm

3. Communicate with parents regarding all absences and tardies and send memos and general emails when needed

4. Keep attendance records for all choruses online

5. Be present as an assistant at all self-produced dress rehearsals and concerts

6. Help with special event setup, clean up and logistics

7. Help coordinate large mailings with volunteers

8. Help secure volunteers for various tasks

9. Help at in-person auditions 3 times a year

10. Help with other administrative tasks, as projects come up

11. Attend occasional Zoom staff meetings (Tuesdays 11:00-12:30) as requested.

HOURS: Average 14 hours a week (concert and event weeks will require extra hours)

On-site schedule:

Sundays 2:30-6:15pm 3 times a month, and 1:30 – 6:15pm once a month

Tuesdays 3:30-5:45

Wednesdays 3:30-9:15pm

Concert dates: 2022: December 9, December 10, 2023: March 11, June 10, plus others TBD.

Other hours will be worked flex-time, off-site.

This is hourly employment, mid-August to June.

SKILLS NEEDED:

• Love of children and music

• Professional demeanor

• Attention to detail

• Basic computer skills

• Physical ability to set up rehearsal rooms including moving bulky items up and down four steps

• Helpful spirit and good people skills

• Self-motivated with good organizational skills

• Ability to manage volunteers with kindness and respect

SALARY: $21/hour

HOW TO APPLY: Send a cover letter and resumé to info@ywcp.org. Please put “Rehearsal Coordinator” in the subject of the email.

Associate Conductor (National Children's Chorus)

Associate Conductor

The National Children’s Chorus, America’s premier choral institution for youth, seeks skilled conductors in our chapter cities of Washington, D.C., San Francisco, Austin, Dallas, and Boston, to lead ensembles, varying in ages from 5-10. Start date will be in September 2022.

Position Summary

The Associate Conductor role is to provide excellent choral direction within the NCC's Junior Division, facilitating a smooth and cohesive educational journey for students as they advance toward the Senior Division ranks. The position demands excellence in artistry, creativity, musical style, time management, communication, and people skills. Working closely with the Associate Artistic Director, as well as Kodály instructors, is an integral part of this position.

Job Description:

• Preparation and leading of one rehearsal per week

o Washington, D.C. — Sunday/Tuesday afternoons/evenings

o San Francisco — Tuesday evenings

o Austin — Monday evenings

o Dallas/Boston — Thursday evenings

• Conduct two concerts per year (Fall and Spring).

• Adhere to and teach musical standards and concepts as defined by the National Children’s Chorus.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Music, Master’s or Doctorate preferred.

• Minimum two years conducting experience.

• Previous experience working with children.

• Upbeat, creative personality.

• High-level verbal and written communication skills.

Please go to the following webpage to complete an application: https://nationalchildrenschorus.wufoo.com/forms/associate-conductor-application-202223/

Communications, Development, and Recruiting Manager (Ragazzi Boys Chorus)

Ragazzi Boys Chorus (www.ragazzi.org), San Francisco Bay Area’s premier choral organization for boys, seeks an inspired and vibrant Communications, Development, and Communications Manager.

Ragazzi begins its 35th season under the artistic and administrative leadership of Kent Jue. We provide exceptional educational and performance opportunities for boys in the art of choral singing. Our thriving organization serves over 175 boys and young men, ages 5–18, from 100 schools and 30 cities. Boys progress through six tiered ensembles as they achieve musical and developmental benchmarks. We empower our choristers to create positive change in their communities and develop young men of character and distinction. Ragazzi produces its own concert series and regularly collaborates with such ensembles as the San Francisco Symphony, San Francisco Opera, Symphony Silicon Valley, and Opera San Jose. Ragazzi is supported by 14 teaching artists and six administrators. Our robust program includes a comprehensive theory program, a sleep-away camp, and annual tours.

The Communications, Development, and Recruiting Manager (CDRM) is responsible for articulating Ragazzi’s brand to a broad range of community constituents. Reporting to the Operations Manager, the CDRM serves as the first point of contact for interested families, creates an information stream for current families and friends, and assists with development tasks. As part of the administrative team, the CDRM assists with rehearsal evening responsibilities, concerts, and other special events.

Duties include:

● Communications

○ Develop and produce newsletters (weekly parent emails, quarterly audience-facing newsletters)

○ Write promotional materials, website content, articles, publications, and other communication materials as required

○ Proofread and edit documents

○ Maintain Constant Contact database

○ Coordinate and maintain website and social media platforms

○ Upload and archive digital media

○ Liaise with PR firm

○ Coordinate and produce programs for in-house concerts

○ Coordinate communications with contracted public relations vendor

● Recruitment

○ Produce recruitment content, flyers, graphics, banners

○ Schedule banner placements and hangs.

○ Develop and execute school and community outreach plan, send PTA/school appeals

○ Serve as a point person for incoming chorister inquiries and auditions

○ Coordinate SingFest (recruiting event) with directors, prospective choristers, families, and volunteers

● Development

○ Work with Board Development Chair to facilitate Annual Fund and other fundraising events

○ Maintain Salesforce donor database, keep accurate files and records, process gift acknowledgment and tax receipts

○ Write thank-you notes and coordinate other donor touches

○ Assist with grant proposals, in collaboration with grant writer

○ Manage grant documentation and timelines

● Adjunct

○ Assist on rehearsal evenings including set-up, arrival and dismissal

○ Assist with concerts and special events

○ Other duties as assigned

Strong candidates will also possess the following preferred qualifications:

● Exceptional client service orientation

● Strong written and oral communication skills (including email/online, letter, telephone, and in-person formats)

● Ability to manage multiple tasks at once with poise and professionalism

● Ability to cooperate and collaborate with both internal and external constituents of diverse backgrounds

● Propensity to learn quickly and demonstrate curiosity, initiative, and drive

● Attention to detail and follow-through

● High degree of independence in managing projects

● Appreciation and support for boys and young men in the choral arts

● Tact, discretion, and integrity handling confidential information

● Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace and an openness to learning other platforms

● Experience with Salesforce and Constant Contact

● Graphic or visual design production

Typical work hours include 11:30 AM to 8:00 PM for up to four weeknight rehearsals, and 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM on non-rehearsal weekdays and weekend events as required. The CDRM will typically work from the Ragazzi offices in Redwood City and will need reliable transportation to run errands and to access off-site events, and be able to move and lift supplies and equipment up to 25 pounds. A background check, and full COVID-19 vaccination, as permitted by law, are required. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US and are required to have US residency.

Compensation: 1.0 FTE; Salary $63,000-$68,000, depending on experience; 10 accrued vacation days; 10 Ragazzi holidays, 10 accrued sick days. Ragazzi employees are eligible to be enrolled in CalSavers. An annual $6,000 stipend is offered in lieu of other benefits.

To apply: Please send a cover letter, a resume, three references, and a recent writing sample to Operations Manager, Lauren Estes at lestes@ragazzi.org.

Ragazzi Boys Chorus is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.

Part-Time Teaching Artist (Cantare con Vivo)

Cantare seeks to foster a diverse community of compassion and understanding across generational, cultural, and economic boundaries, through the beauty and power of choral music. Cantare’s Classroom Music Education program provides tuition-free choral music residencies to over 3,000 students weekly in underserved Oakland schools.

Cantare is seeking a dynamic, experienced music teacher to join our team of professional Teaching Artists, working with lower elementary grades (TK-2nd) during the school day, in general music lessons.

Hours:

● Ten 35-min lessons conducted weekly for TK-2 nd graders at one Oakland school

● Possibility of additional work with after-school choir

● End-of-year culmination performances (format and dates TBD)

● Professional development sessions and staff meetings (dates/time upon agreement)

Job Duties:

● Prepare and teach weekly lessons

● Build relationship with students by engaging school staff and its community

● Organize performances at school events, in collaboration with Cantare as well as school staff

● Represent Cantare with high standards of professionalism and punctuality

● Complete timesheets, administrative paperwork, student evaluations on time

Qualifications:

● B.A. or equivalent in music field

● Experience in Kodály or Orff music education preferred

● A commitment to artistic and educational excellence

● Comfortable teaching materials from diverse traditions

● Healthy vocal technique

● Encouraging, compassionate, and effective classroom management skills

● Experience working with elementary-aged students in economically disadvantaged communities is a plus

● Bilingual skills are a plus

Start Date: Aug 15, 2022. Teaching Artists enter an employment contract with Cantare until the end of the school year in May 2023.

Compensation:

● $46.60 - $55.10 per in-school lesson, commensurate with experience.

● Flat fee of $84.00/performance during school hours

● Flat fee of $110.25/performance evening and weekend

● $25/hr for Professional Development

Professional development opportunities are included, along with a budget for supplies, equipment, and access to libraries of music and materials. Teaching Artists receive support from Cantare’s artistic and administrative staff. We have a dynamic team of Teaching Artists with diverse talents and experience who support one another, collaborate musically, and share materials. Visit www.cantareconvivo.org to learn more about our organization

Successful candidates will need to pass a background check. Cantare is an equal opportunity employer. Vaccination against COVID-19 with up-to-date boosters is required.

Interested applicants should send the following to Julie Haydon, Director of Children’s and Youth Choir julie@cantareconvivo.org and Conway Tan-Gregory, Director of Music Education, at conway@cantareconvivo.org. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.

● Cover letter

● Resume

● Upon further request by Cantare, a video teaching sample, if possible and two references