Chamber Music Teacher

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Chamber Music Teacher

Starting August 2026

Classification: Adjunct 0.40 FTE, Exempt Faculty

Reporting to: Assistant Head for Teaching and Learning

Urban School of San Francisco seeks a part time music instructor to teach and conduct the Chamber Orchestra (both developing and experienced players) and teach Music Theory 1. Candidates must have proficiency with a diversity of instruments, in particular strings, a deep knowledge of the classical canon, experience arranging music, and strong teaching and conducting skills. A degree in music and at least two years previous experience teaching music are also desired.

Concerts and other performances occur several times throughout the year in addition to weekly teaching duties. The school is looking for an energetic, creative individual who has enthusiasm for working with high school students and a commitment to the continued growth of a dynamic music program. Familiarity with appropriate digital tools and resources is also desired.

Urban School strives to ignite a passion for learning and to inspire its students to become self-motivated, lifelong participants in their education and active citizens in their communities. For further information about Urban’s mission and programs, please visit http://www.urbanschool.org

Music Education at Urban

Central to the philosophy of music education at Urban is the idea that music is a language everyone can learn, and that with proper support and guidance, even young musicians are capable of excellence. Students with a wide variety of musical experience – from beginners to seasoned musicians – are encouraged to participate in Urban’s ensembles. The Urban Singers Chorus, Lab and Advanced Jazz Bands, and the Chamber Orchestra serve as ambassadors for the school community and perform at school functions, neighborhood outreach centers, other Bay Area schools and regional music festivals. Every year the ensembles hold several concerts at Urban's own Performing Arts & Community Center.

For a descriptive list of job duties and other responsibilities, please visit Faculty Job Description 

Salary and Benefits

The anticipated salary range the School reasonably expects to pay candidates for the position of Adjunct Music Teacher teaching 3.67 classes in San Francisco is $35,507 to $60,408 annually.

Benefits for adjunct faculty teaching less than 4 classes include proportionate stipend for school’s cafe, first come first serve parking in onsite garage, or access to commuter benefits.

Urban School is an equal opportunity employer; the school actively encourages applications from candidates of diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. We strictly prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Urban School is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures; if you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.