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About the Role
Zeta is seeking a passionate Violin Teacher to deliver exceptional, engaging violin instruction that develops students’ musicianship, creative expression, confidence, and lifelong love of music. This role is crucial in building the next chapter of educational excellence by fostering a love for learning and changing the landscape of public education.
Responsibilities
- Provide exceptional weekly individual and small-group violin lessons across Zeta schools.
- Develop students’ technique, musicianship, and confidence using established method books and supplemental repertoire.
- Build a joyful, inclusive, and rigorous learning environment where students embrace practice and perseverance.
- Drive ambitious student and program outcomes, maintaining 100% enrollment across lessons and ensembles.
- Successfully complete all required Specialty events.
- Use performance data and skill benchmarks to monitor progress, refine instruction, and accelerate student growth.
- Ensure 80%+ of students pass unit assessments.
- Prepare students for successful music juries throughout the year.
- Lead high-quality after-school ensembles and performance opportunities.
- Build authentic partnerships with students and families through regular communication.
- Collaborate closely with leaders and colleagues.
- Participate in ongoing professional development and apply feedback to strengthen instruction.
- Contribute actively to school- and network-wide priorities and initiatives.
Requirements
- A Bachelor’s degree, preferably in violin performance, instrumental performance, music education, or a related field.
- At least 2 years of experience teaching violin through private instruction, schools, studios, youth orchestras, or community music programs.
- Experience teaching younger students and beginning musicians is strongly preferred.
- Deep expertise in violin and viola technique, repertoire, musicianship, and classical pedagogy.
- Ability to translate expertise into rigorous, individualized, and engaging instruction.
- A passion for developing students’ musicianship, discipline, and confidence.
- High expectations for every student’s growth.
- Work authorization is required.
- Candidates must have permanent authorization to work in the United States.
Skills
- Violin performance
- Instrumental performance
- Music education
- Violin technique
- Viola technique
- Repertoire
- Musicianship
- Classical pedagogy
- Instructional design
- Student assessment
- Ensemble leadership
- Family communication
- Collaboration
- Professional development
Location
- Elementary and middle school campuses
- New York City
Work Type
- Fully on-site
- Full-time
Experience Level
- At least 2 years of experience teaching violin
- Experience teaching younger students and beginning musicians is strongly preferred
Education Level
- Bachelor’s degree
- Doctor of Musical Arts and/or advanced classical training at a leading conservatory is strongly preferred
Salary/Compensations
- $65,000 - $105,500
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans
- Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses
- 403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions
- Relocation support
- Monthly stipend for wellness and lifestyle expenses
- Four live therapy sessions per month through Talkspace
- Free Headspace subscription
- MacBook Air
- Specified monthly reimbursement for use of a mobile phone
- Fully stocked team spaces with snacks and quality coffee
- Zeta swag, team outings, and treats
- Books and resources for professional development
About the Company
- At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students.
- We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning.
- We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond.
- Zeta serves students across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens and continues to grow our Pre-K through 12th grade network at an ambitious pace.
- Zeta teammates are lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and a deep sense of purpose.
- We disrupt the status quo, tackle problems together, and stand united by our commitment to a limitless future for every child.
- We bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback.
- We are hungry and determined to not only meet our goals, but surpass them.
- We are humble, willing to put the team’s needs ahead of our own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment.
- We have a high bar for excellence and sweat over the details.
Equal Opportunity
- Equity is at the heart of our mission.
- We have a deep commitment to pursuing diversity and striving for equity.
- Zeta is an equal opportunity employer.
- Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
- To ensure a thoughtful and equitable review process, candidates may submit a maximum of one application for the same position within 30 days.