Community-Embedded Musician - Teaching Artist

**Overview:** The Houston Symphony's Education and Community Engagement initiatives aim to engage the diverse communities of Houston through a wide range of programs. We are seeking versatile and passionate violin teaching artists to join our team as Community-Embedded Musicians. **Responsibilities:** • Deliver engaging and effective violin instruction to small or large groups of elementary or middle school students • Create inclusive and supportive learning and performance environments • Collaborate with program managers and other faculty/teaching artists to shape and implement curriculum for lesson plans • Perform in chamber ensembles with tailored and interactive programs for specific partners • Work in hospitals using music to provide comfort and healing to patients and their families • Participate in program evaluations and assessments to measure student/participant progress and program effectiveness • Attend professional learning sessions to enhance teaching skills and stay informed on best practices in music education, community engagement, and interactive performances • Maintain professional and prompt communication with the Symphony's staff team • Identify and report any challenges that need to be rectified proactively • Track planning/preparation hours within agreed-upon limits • Procure or request support for music and backing tracks needed for tailored experiences • High school degree required; undergraduate degree in music performance or education preferred • *Qualifications:** • Strong child and classroom management skills • Proficiency in violin performance and pedagogy • Strong interpersonal communication skills • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and community partners • Commitment to promoting full inclusion within all education and performance formats • Flexibility and adaptability to work in various settings • Available in Houston throughout the season • Access to reliable transportation, capable of transporting performance or presentation materials as needed • *Benefits:** $60 / hour for instructional time; $25 / hour for non-instructional time (meetings, professional learning, planning)