Violin Instructor, Sistema Ravinia Lawndale

Job Description
The Violin Instructor will teach students in small (violin studio) and large (high strings sectionals) groups of elementary and middle school students participating in the Sistema Ravinia Lawndale nucleo. The Violin Instructor reports to the Program Manager and will be part of a team of instructors that will inspire all participating students and be responsible for maintaining a standard of excellence and upholding the values and mission for Sistema Ravinia. The ideal candidate will be an extraordinary teacher, artist, mentor, and model for Sistema Ravinia students. This role is a part-time, hourly instructional seasonal employee position.
Duties and Responsibilities
Teach repertoire, technique and music theory through high strings sectionals and violin studios
Assist with large ensemble rehearsals as needed
Facilitate with a team of teachers daily transitions on site including student movement between snack time, rehearsals, and dismissal
Record attendance with a team of teachers and report community attendance concerns to the Site Coordinator
Communicate student behavioral, musical, and social challenges with administration
Foster student empowerment and focus on the holistic education of each child
Engage students through the development and implementation of creative lesson plans that foster social and musical growth
Active participation and collaboration in term planning and professional learning sessions to help create and implement an innovative curriculum and pedagogy that supports each child holistically
Assess student progress and ensure curriculum alignment on an ongoing basis