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Faculty Job Openings
Cello Instructor
Cello Instructor
Community Music Center seeks a cello instructor to teach private lessons beginning for CMC’s Fall Quarter. (This job can be combined with the Young Musicians Program Instructor position)
Status: Hourly beginning September 2024
Location and Hours: Mission District Branch; Mondays, Thursdays, Saturdays
Studio Times
- Thursdays: 3–7pm
- Saturdays: 11am–3pm
Compensation: $46/hour for private lessons. Additional opportunities are available for compensated performances and meetings. Free practice room and studio rental as available.
About Community Music Center
Community Music Center’s mission is to make high quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. We’re committed to centering equity and inclusion in our programs and across all aspects of our organization. We are a nonprofit institution founded in 1921 with branches in the Mission District, Richmond Districts, and at partnership sites throughout San Francisco serving 3,300 students annually. In early 2024, we’ll be opening an expanded campus at our Mission District Branch.
Application Process
Email a resume and cover letter to: cmcfacultyopenings@sfcmc.org. 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. 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 pallet 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
CMC Sparks Violin/Viola Instructor
Violin/Viola Instructor for CMC Sparks Program
Community Music Center seeks a violin/viola instructor to teach beginner-level group classes in our CMC Sparks Program beginning in our Fall Quarter. Addition of private lessons is also possible.
CMC Sparks Program
The CMC Sparks program teaches music and instrument fundamentals to children in a welcoming and supportive group environment. Intro to Violin/Viola prepares young students with a strong foundation in playing violin and viola. Students will learn how to care for, hold and play their instrument with proper form along with music fundamentals in a group setting using a wide variety of engaging repertoire. Both students and parents will learn how to establish a practice routine at home. A class starter kit will be provided to set students up for success, including music and instrument accessories. Teachers will provide families with materials to help with home practice.
CMC Sparks classes are sequential, encouraging students to continue for at least three consecutive quarters (fall, winter, spring).
Status: Hourly beginning September 3, 2024
Location and Hours: Mission District Branch; Tuesdays
Studio Times
- Tuesdays: group classes from 4:15–5pm, 5–5:45pm, and 6–6:45pm
- Additional group classes or private lessons could be added following these studio times
Compensation: $49/hour for group classes, with compensation for each CMC Sparks class with a minimum of 4 students at $72/class (including prep time). CMC private lesson rate is $46/hour. Additional opportunities are available for compensated performances and meetings. Free practice room and studio rental as available.
About Community Music Center
Community Music Center’s mission is to make high quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. We’re committed to centering equity and inclusion in our programs and across all aspects of our organization. We are a nonprofit institution founded in 1921 with branches in the Mission District, Richmond Districts, and at partnership sites throughout San Francisco serving 3,300 students annually. In early 2024, we’ll be opening an expanded campus at our Mission District Branch.
Application Process
Email a resume and cover letter to: cmcfacultyopenings@sfcmc.org. 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 pallet 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
Woodwinds Instructor
Woodwinds Instructor (saxophone, flute, clarinet)
CMC seeks a woodwind instructor to teach private lessons in flute, clarinet, and saxophone, as well as leading a weekly Wind Ensemble group class beginning for our Fall Quarter.
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.
CMC Woodwind Ensemble
The Winds 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.
About Community Music Center
Community Music Center’s mission is to make high quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. We’re committed to centering equity and inclusion in our programs and across all aspects of our organization. We are a nonprofit institution founded in 1921 with branches in the Mission District, Richmond Districts, and at partnership sites throughout San Francisco serving 3,300 students annually. In early 2024, we’ll be opening an expanded campus at our Mission District Branch.
Application Process
Email a resume and cover letter to: cmcfacultyopenings@sfcmc.org. 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 pallet 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
Young Musicians Program Instructor
Young Musicians Program Instructor (Orchestra & Music Theory)
Community Music Center seeks a music instructor to teach high school-aged orchestra dn music theory classes in our Young Musicians Program beginning for our Fall Quarter. (This job can be combined with private lesson Cello Instructor position).
Young Musicians Program
CMC’s Young Musicians Program (YMP), a partnership with the San Francisco Unified School District, brings the benefits of music—artistic, educational, personal, and social—to middle and high school students. Since 1987, this tuition-free, award-winning program embraces diversity, offering a comprehensive, culturally diverse curriculum. Group classes provide instruction in theory, musicianship, and composition. Ensemble classes play Latin, classical, jazz and other music forms in orchestra, chamber, jazz band and concert wind ensembles.
Public school teachers nominate students who audition each Spring for the following academic year. If accepted, students are eligible for a full scholarship that provides students with weekly free private instrumental lessons, theory, and ensemble classes. The YMP program provides student-centered learning opportunities for middle and high school students from low-income San Francisco households. The YMP team consists of a Coordinator, and seven teachers under the supervision of CMC’s Program Director.
Description of Responsibilities:
- Teach one weekly YMP String Orchestra class, including choosing repertoire.
- Teach one general music theory class that supports students in their performance and overall musicianship
- Act as a student advisor, monitoring student progress and involvement, communicating with student, parents, private teachers and the YMP Coordinator about issues as needed
- Participate in planning, including faculty planning meetings (2-3 times per year), giving feedback on program structure, curriculum and progress. Communicate in a timely way with the YMP Program Coordinator about program plans as needed.
- Prepare students and/or participate in two performances per year on-site and possibly others off-site. Evaluate each student’s musical growth and performance.
Start date: September 7, 2024 with a planning meeting prior (date tbc)
Location and Hours: Mission District Branch; Saturdays, 9–11am during the school year.
Compensation: Payment is 2 hours group class rate at $49/hour, plus 1 hour of prep time at $46/hour. Additional opportunities are available for compensated performances and meetings. Free practice room and studio rental as available.
About Community Music Center
Community Music Center’s mission is to make high quality music accessible to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities, regardless of financial means. We’re committed to centering equity and inclusion in our programs and across all aspects of our organization. We are a nonprofit institution founded in 1921 with branches in the Mission District, Richmond Districts, and at partnership sites throughout San Francisco serving 3,300 students annually. In early 2024, we’ll be opening an expanded campus at our Mission District Branch.
Application Process
Email a resume and cover letter to: cmcfacultyopenings@sfcmc.org. 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 pallet 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
Volunteer With Us
Community Music Center benefits from the help of many wonderful volunteers and can always use more! Here are some of the areas CMC can use help with:
- Mailings
- Poster and flier distribution
- Staffing outreach events
- Concert setup, ushering and donations
- Event and concert photography
- Others as needed
If you are interested in volunteering, please email mlee@sfcmc.org.
Corporate Volunteer Opportunities
Community Music Center is creating partnerships that help move our work forward and help corporations meet their Corporate Social Responsibility goals through engaging and impactful activities. Volunteer activities are designed to connect volunteers with CMC’s mission of making music accessible to all people, regardless of their financial means. Whether it’s giving critical project support to CMC’s marketing and fundraising efforts or hand-on projects working with CMC students, volunteers are afforded moments to see the difference music makes in people’s lives.
Past Partners
- Wells Fargo
- Autodesk
- Salesforce
- Dropbox
- Bank of America