Kids in Action - Strings Instructor (After School)

Kids in Action - Strings Instructor (After School)

School Year 2026-2027

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Fine Arts Director, the Srings Instructor will teach instrumental group lessons to third and fourth grade beginner violin, viola, and cello students and host a performance during the last less on each each session to share student progress with families.

Responsibilities

• Teach two 14 week semesters of 45 minute instrumental group lessons to third and fourth grade beginner violin, viola, and cello students.
• Host a performance during the last lesson of each 14 week session to share student progress with families.
• Supervise the arrival and dismissal of students.
• Ensure the safety and well-being of the children and be alert to the needs of the children as individuals and as a group.
• Responsible for all program communication with families of enrolled students.
• Communicate any changes to program scheduling due to illness, weather, or any other unanticipated reasons directly with families and the Kids in Action program director and staff on site.
• Create a safe, inclusive learning environment that meets the needs of all students.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and an ability to connect with students, parents, and all staff.
• Plan curriculum in accordance with standard beginner string pedagogy.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Degree in Music or Music Education Preferred
• MA DESE License: Music: Vocal/Instrumental/General (all levels) Preferred

Terms of Employment

28 total weeks of lessons (2 - 14 week semesters); 1-9 hours per week inclusing supervision of arrival and dismissal of students and techer preparation time. Successful completion of background checks as required by federal and state law. Non-benefit eligible position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Hingham Public Schools does not discriminate in its educational and/or operational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender (including pregnancy), gender identity and/or expression (including a transgender identity), sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.