Job Description
JOB POSTING: ECC STAFF INSTRUCTOR (Part time, averages 10 hours per week)
Uplift and inspire the next generation of singers! Our Staff Instructor leads and co-leads ensembles of singers in grades 1-12. Teach choral singing and music theory fundamentals, build our choristers’ vocal skills and confidence, and set the foundation for a lifelong love of music. Join our supportive and welcoming team and grow your conducting, teaching, and leadership skills.
Endolyne Children’s Choir is a secular community choir, offering Kodály-based music education in a fun, engaging environment to singers in grades K-12. Our core values are inclusion, respect, commitment, and teamwork. As a non-audition choir with a full scholarship enrollment option, we strive to eliminate entry barriers and welcome every child who loves to sing.
First Teaching Day: Monday, Sept 8, 2025 (Admin hours begin in mid-Aug)
To Apply: Email resume to Board President Kathleen Lonergan at [email protected]
Applications accepted: Through July 20, 2025 or until filled
A successful candidate for this position:
- Has a deep knowledge of solfege and rhythm practices
- Can teach sight-singing using the solfege method and Kodály hand signals
- Holds a BA in Music or Music Education (either earned or in progress). WA State Teaching Certificate preferred.
- Has basic keyboard skills
- Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills
- Has passion for working with young people and a commitment to instilling a love for music
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
● Collaborate with our Artistic Director to instruct singers in grades 1-12:
- Direct or co-lead weekly rehearsals on Mondays and Tuesdays
- Assist with lesson planning and repertoire selection
- Record weekly practice tracks (audio and video) to assist with home practice
- Lead smaller groups of singers during sectional rehearsals. Correct pitch, intonation, breath support, and other performance practice techniques
- Correct singers’ stance and vocal technique
- Assist with classroom set-up/tear-down and sound equipment
- Lead and conduct rehearsals when Artistic Director is absent
- Conduct at concerts in collaboration with Artistic Director
● Engage in community-building with our staff, Board, singers, and families
- Serve as a positive role model by embodying the values of teamwork, respect, commitment, inclusion, and music appreciation
- Participate in ECC’s outreach and community engagement efforts
- Attend weekly staff and occBoard meetings
- Chaperone and conduct singers at local music festivals, parades, and other events
- Attend annual family pizza party, annual music bingo night, and other community-building events
DETAILS/SCHEDULE/COMPENSATION
Location: We rehearse at 3050 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116
Paid hours average 10 hours per week.
NOTE: We follow the Seattle Public School calendar and do not rehearse on school holidays and breaks.
Early September - Mid June:
- Monday 4:00 – 7:00 in person (includes 2 rehearsals)
- Tuesday 4:00 – 8:00 in person (includes 2 rehearsals and staff meeting)
- Performances/events: Approximately ten throughout the year
- Flexible admin time: Approximately 2-3 hours/week of lesson planning, emailing, and audio/video recording
Mid-June through August: Paid hours will be flexible and will vary depending on your interest and availability, to possibly include:
- Participating in West Seattle Parade
- Recording videos and audio for marketing and onboarding
- Participating in summer festivals and performance opportunities
- Preparing for fall session, including lesson planning and selecting repertoire
Salary:
- $40/hour rehearsals and performances
- $30/hour admin time
- $500 annual professional development stipend
Job Tags
Holiday work, Part time, Summer work, Local area, Flexible hours, Night shift,