Musicianship Teacher

TO APPLY: Please send your resume, cover letter, 2 references, and a video of teaching (preferred, not required) to info@globalartsco.org. Due Wednesday, April 8th 2026.
• Global Arts is also hiring a Low Strings Teaching Artist & String Ensemble Director. Please visit https://globalartsco.org/jobopportunities/ to learn more.

Organization Description

Global Arts provides free, high-quality after-school music classes to youth in the Pico Union area of Los Angeles. The program emphasizes the transformative power of music ensembles in fostering community and enriching the learning experience. Our goals are to make music education accessible to underserved youth and to provide a network of support over the span of multiple years, staying with them through middle and high school.

Reports to: Executive Director & Associate Director

Hours
• Teaching time ($50/hour): Approx. 6-12 hours per week
• Admin time ($25/hour): 3-5 hours per week

Start Date: August 15, 2026

Hourly Salary
• Teaching Rate: $50/hour
• Admin Rate: $25/hour

Locations
• Camino Nuevo Charter Academy - Castellanos Elementary School: 1723 Cordova St., Los Angeles, CA 90007
• Global Arts: 1782 W Washington Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007

Company Policies
• Enrolled in LA Paid Sick Leave Policy
• Enrolled in Jury Duty Policy
• Eligible for Retirement Benefits (after one year of employment)
• Not enrolled in Vacation Policy
• Unpaid time off is accepted upon approval
• Position does not work on Federal or Bank Holidays
• Not eligible for Health Benefits
• FLSA: Hourly, non-exempt

Low String Teacher & String Ensemble Director Responsibilities

As a Global Arts faculty member, responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
• Teaching beginner and intermediate low string classes of approximately 12 4th-12th graders
• Conducting beginning and intermediate String Ensembles
• Developing a low strings curriculum alongside Global Arts faculty
• Supporting or teaching other classes as a substitute when necessary

Low String & String Ensemble Administrative Responsibilities
• Attending weekly staff meetings
• Assisting with concerts and special events when needed
• Meeting with parents or families to provide additional support, when necessary
• Embodying the ideals of mentorship, team teaching and experiential learning by being a role model and mentor to those entering the classroom to learn
• Representing Global Arts by embodying the mission

Qualification Requirements
• Four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent experience required. Post-graduate degree or equivalent experience is a plus
• Demonstrate exceptional classroom management and the ability to build strong interpersonal relationships with students.
• Ability to design comprehensive and effective curriculum and deliver engaging, high-impact instruction
• Exemplify excellent musicianship and artistry as a teacher/performer

Additional Priorities
• Strong commitment to the philosophy of social change through music and the Global Arts mission
• Strong knowledge of standard music pedagogy
• Experience teaching low strings in a group setting
• Experience working with children from diverse economic backgrounds
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
• Interest and ability to be a motivational mentor and role model for students, parents, and peers as an artist, teacher, and citizen

Understanding of At Will employment status

Employment with Global Arts Corporation is at-will, and can be terminated with or without cause or notice by either Global Arts or the employee. No supervisor or employee of Global Arts has the authority to enter into any agreement for employment for any specified period of time or to make any agreement contrary to the at-will relationship described above. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents must have the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills or abilities.

Global Arts Corporation is an Equal-Opportunity Employer

Global Arts affirms that it is an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate and will take action to ensure against discrimination in employment, recruitment, advertisements for employment, compensation, termination, upgrading, promotions, and other conditions of employment against any employee or job applicant on the bases of race, color, gender, national origin, age, religion, creed, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Veterans, AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply for open positions. Global Arts also encourages applications from people who are representative of the culturally and ethnically diverse communities we serve. As permissible under applicable law, applicants will be subject to a pre-employment background check and drug test after receiving a conditional offer of employment. The background check will investigate criminal background and other matters related to suitability for employment, particularly since Global Arts works with children. Likewise, employment is contingent on receiving a negative test result for illegal drug use. Separate disclosure and consent forms will be provided prior to any background check or drug test.