Ukulele/General Music Teaching Artist Bay Area Music Project Sausalito, CA Job Details Part-time $35

• $40 an hour 8 hours ago Benefits Paid jury duty Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Professional development assistance Flexible schedule Qualifications Employee relationship building Bachelor's degree

Teaching Full Job Description Position Type:

Part-Time, Non-Exempt Location:

Sausalito, CA Schedule :

Flexible

• teaching three days per week (Program hours
• : Mon., Tue., Thu. & Fri. 3:15
• 5:45 pm; Wed 12:30
• 5:45 pm

Compensation:

$35

• $40/hr, depending on experience.

Reports to:

Music Director, Director of Operations, Executive Director

ABOUT BAMP

Bay Area Music Project (BAMP) is an El Sistema-inspired after-school music education program that supports the social-emotional and academic needs of children in under-resourced communities by providing high-quality music instruction, nutritious snacks and homework assistance, regardless of ability or circumstances. Our staff embraces the social and musical missions of our program; they nurture both the individual and the musician.

JOB SUMMARY

The Ukulele/General Music Teaching Artist provides beginning and intermediate ukulele instruction and engaging general music experiences to elementary students through small-group classes and ensemble settings. Students develop foundational musicianship through singing, rhythm, movement, active listening, music games, chord progressions, strumming patterns, improvisation, and ensemble playing. The Teaching Artist inspires musical curiosity, creativity, confidence, and collaboration while fostering a lifelong love of music. Working collaboratively with fellow teaching artists, the Ukulele/General Music Teaching Artist helps create a joyful, structured, and inclusive learning environment that supports each student's musical, social, and emotional growth. Responsibilities Teach engaging beginning and intermediate ukulele and general music classes to elementary students through small-group and ensemble instruction. Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate lessons that build foundational musicianship through singing, rhythm, movement, music games, active listening, improvisation, chord progressions, strumming, and ensemble playing. Inspire musical curiosity, creativity, confidence, and a lifelong love of music while supporting students' social-emotional growth. Create a safe, structured, inclusive, and joyful learning environment with clear expectations and positive classroom management. Prepare students for rehearsals, performances, and program showcases. Collaborate with fellow teaching artists to ensure a cohesive, high-quality music education experience across the program. Build positive relationships with students, families, school staff, and colleagues. Maintain accurate attendance, student records, and required administrative documentation, including lesson planning, payroll reporting, and program communications. Participate in staff meetings, planning sessions, professional development, and other program activities as assigned.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate has Experience teaching ukulele and/or general music to elementary-aged students. Strong musicianship and proficiency on ukulele; additional instrumental or vocal experience is a plus. At least one year of classroom, private lesson, or ensemble teaching experience. A passion for working with children from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds. Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills. A collaborative mindset, positive attitude, flexibility, and a sense of humor. A bachelor's degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field is preferred, but not required. Willingness to complete Live Scan fingerprinting (background check) and provide proof of a negative TB test.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Paid Time Off:

Accrued Sick Leave. Jury Duty Leave (up to two weeks).

Health & Future:

Medical and Dental Insurance available at 20+ hr/week. 401(k) retirement (opt-in, unmatched) Instrument loans (as available). Paid professional development opportunities.

WORKPLACE DEMANDS

Work Hours

• Part-time, hourly, with some responsibilities on weekends and/or evenings, depending on the program's concert calendar Location
• Exposed to changing conditions in indoor, outdoor, and virtual settings
• including in school campuses, classrooms, libraries, offices, venues, parks, and other community spaces Cleanliness & Odors
• Clean to moderately clean; Occasionally works with children with varying access to hygiene support Social
• Communicates with youth and adults inone-on-one, small groups, and large groups. Structure & Predictability
• Low to Moderate Physical
• Can remain in a stationary position; Canmove through crowded and uncrowded spaces with or without assistance; Can use, inspect, and adjust musical instruments; Can communicate and exchange information and ideas; Can discern and assess student musical learning; Can lift and/or transport up to 25 lbs. with or without assistance; Can reliably report for work on time at job sites Light
• Lighting is typically fluorescent or natural Noise
• Noise levels range from quiet to loud Hourly rate based on experience For more information about Bay Area Music Project, please visit: www.

bayareamusicproject.org Bay Area Music Project does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religious belief, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, physical or mental disability or any other protected status in admission or access to or employment in its programs and activities.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$35.00

• $40.

00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Flexible schedule Paid time off Professional development assistance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Teaching:

1 year (Required)

Location:

Sausalito, CA 94966 (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Sausalito, CA 94966 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person