Community Music Center seeks an experiencecd woodwind instructor to teach private music lessons in flute, clarinet, and saxophone, as well as leading a weekly Wind Ensemble group class beginning this Fall Quarter at our Richmond District Branch.
Status: Hourly beginning September 2024
Location and Hours: Richmond District Branch; Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays
Studio Times:
Mondays: 1pm–5:30pm
Wednesdays: 1pm–6:00pm (Woodwind Ensemble class is from 4:30pm–6pm)
Fridays: 2pm –7pm
Compensation: $46/hour for private lessons. $64/hour for group classes (rate includes teaching and prep time). Additional opportunities are available for compensated performances and meetings. Free practice room and studio rental as available.
About Community Music Center
Community Music Center (CMC), founded in 1921, is a nonprofit music school and performance space with branches in the Mission and Richmond Districts. CMC makes high-quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. CMC provides the largest tuition assistance program of its kind in the country, awarding $2.9 million in tuition assistance last year and serving more than 3,300 students. The school offers classes in a wide range of musical styles, including jazz, blues, Latin, pop, folk, rock, and western classical. CMC also presents free and low cost events, workshops, and master classes for its students and for the public. www.sfcmc.org
CMC Woodwind Ensemble
The Woodwind Ensemble provides the opportunity for intermediate-level winds players to practice elements essential to ensemble playing: accurate execution of rhythms, dynamic balance, intonation, and blending of tone. This ensemble fosters a relaxed atmosphere in which to build upon musical skills, collaborate with others, and create a joyful sound. Participants are welcome to bring in arrangements for the group. The focus of the Winds Ensemble is primarily on classical music, but other musical styles may be introduced depending on the interests of the participants.
Application Process
Email a resume and cover letter to: [email protected]. Please include “CMC Faculty position” with your instrument(s) in the subject of your email and the studio(s) for which you are available in your cover letter. Please describe your experience with teaching group classes as well as private lessons. Only those being considered will be contacted. No phone calls, please. CMC is an equal opportunity employer.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Community Music Center expects faculty to provide well-rounded, quality music instruction:
encourage creativity, originality and personal expression
establish consistency in attendance and progress
demonstrate the value of proper practice habits
exercise flexibility and sensitivity in response to the student
tailor teaching to the individual needs, abilities, and goals of each student
teach a full palette of fundamental musical skills
turn momentary failures into positive lessons
review previously learned material to establish continuity
answer the students’ questions and encourage follow-up inquiry and research
inspire students through passion, talents and love for teaching which in turn will foster their musical and personal growth
LEARN MORE: https://sfcmc.org/about/join-the-team/#woodwind-instructor