Employment
Posting Date: 6/17/2025
Position: Young Musicians Instructor, Longfellow Elementary
Job Term: Part Time
Compensation / Pay Scale: $55 – $63 per hour, based on experience
Application Deadline: The position remains open until filled. Qualified applicants will be invited for an audition and interview. Start date: Tuesday, September 2, 2025.
About the Pasadena Conservatory of Music:
The Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) provides opportunities for students of all ages and backgrounds to study, perform, and enjoy music. Founded in 1984, PCM is a nationally-accredited community music school that offers a wide range of programs, including individual and group instrumental instruction, music appreciation courses, master classes, summer camps, workshops, and concerts. More than 1,000 students attend PCM annually, and over 1,500 students in the San Gabriel Valley benefit from its community engagement programs.
To learn more about PCM, please visit pasadenaconservatory.org.
Job Description: Pasadena Conservatory of Music is seeking a part-time teacher for group chorus classes for 4th and 5th-grade students. Responsibilities include: becoming familiar with core repertoire, effective classroom management, lesson planning, delivering developmentally-appropriate instruction in a class setting, and preparing two recitals per year. Work hours require early afternoon availability in Pasadena from 12:00-2:30 pm Tuesdays and Thursdays, beginning September 2, 2025, and ending May 22, 2026–33 weeks total.
Qualifications & Requirements: The candidate must: demonstrate a working knowledge of conducting a group music lesson and choosing appropriate repertoire, have experience teaching school-aged children, have a desire to make a positive impact within an elementary school community, and a willingness to learn and apply best practices in classroom instructional strategies. A CV or written resume should be submitted prior to an interview.
How to Apply: Email resume to music@pasadenaconservatory.org. If available, include a video sample of individual and/or group teaching. No telephone inquiries, please.
Posting Date: 6/17/2025
Position: Young Musicians Instructor
Job Term: Part Time
Compensation / Pay Scale: $55 – $63 per hour, based on experience
Application Deadline: The position remains open until filled. Qualified applicants will be invited for an audition and interview. Start date: Sunday, August 31, 2025
About the Pasadena Conservatory of Music:
The Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) provides opportunities for students of all ages and backgrounds to study, perform, and enjoy music. Founded in 1984, PCM is a nationally-accredited community music school that offers a wide range of programs, including individual and group instrumental instruction, music appreciation courses, master classes, summer camps, workshops, and concerts. More than 1,000 students attend PCM annually and over 1,500 students in the San Gabriel Valley benefit from its community engagement programs.
To learn more about PCM, please visit pasadenaconservatory.org.
Job Description: Pasadena Conservatory of Music is seeking a part time teacher for group classes for preschool aged students with parent or caregiver. Responsibilities include: becoming familiar with core repertoire, effective classroom management, lesson planning, delivering developmentally-appropriate instruction in a class setting. Work hours require early afternoon availability in Pasadena from 12:30-4:00 pm on Sundays, beginning at the end of August 2025.
Qualifications & Requirements: The candidate must: demonstrate a working knowledge of conducting a group music lesson and choosing appropriate repertoire, have experience teaching preschool-aged children, have a desire to make a positive impact within a well-established music school community, and a willingness to learn and apply best practices in classroom instructional strategies. A CV or written resume should be submitted, prior to an interview.
How to Apply: Email resume to music@pasadenaconservatory.org. If available, include a video sample of individual and/or group teaching. No telephone inquiries, please.
Position: Suzuki Viola Instructor.
Job Term: Part Time
Compensation / Pay Scale: $60 per hour
Application Deadline: The position remains open until filled. Qualified applicants will be invited for an audition and interview. Start date: Sunday, August 31, 2025
The position entails working with a range of students with a focus on younger students (aged 4-5), as well as responsibilities for group instruction. Requirements include Bachelors of Music or higher and Suzuki certification: ECC Every Child can, and Unit 1 Suzuki teacher training or higher. Excellent communication skills, a demonstrable commitment, and enthusiasm for teaching as well as strong pedagogical instincts are required qualities. This is a part time and intermittent position, with the potential for a future permanent position.
About the Pasadena Conservatory of Music:
The Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) provides opportunities for students of all ages and backgrounds to study, perform, and enjoy music. Founded in 1984, PCM is a nationally-accredited community music school that offers a wide range of programs, including individual and group instrumental instruction, music appreciation courses, master classes, summer camps, workshops, and concerts. More than 1,000 students attend PCM annually and over 1,500 students in the San Gabriel Valley benefit from its community engagement programs.
To learn more about PCM, please visit pasadenaconservatory.org.
To Apply: Email a resume, a sample video of a private lesson (Suzuki book 1-3) and a group class teaching video to music@pasadenaconservatory.org.
Posting Date: September 5, 2024
Position: Vocal Arts Instructor (Tenor/Baritone)
Job Term: Part Time
Compensation: Compensation will be awarded according to qualifications and experience.
Application Deadline: The position remains open until filled. Qualified applicants will be invited for an audition and interview.
About the Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM): The Pasadena Conservatory of Music (PCM) provides opportunities for students of all ages and backgrounds to study, perform, and enjoy music. Founded in 1984, PCM is a nationally-accredited community music school that offers a wide range of programs, including individual and group instrumental instruction, music appreciation courses, master classes, summer camps, workshops, and concerts. More than 1,200 students attend PCM annually and over 3,000 students in the San Gabriel Valley benefit from its outreach programs.
To learn more about PCM, please visit pasadenaconservatory.org.
Job Description: The vocal arts instructor will provide individual instruction for students of all ages. Successful candidates will join a collegial department of teachers committed to teaching at the highest level. Performance opportunities may also be possible for those with strong performance skills.
Responsibilities: Provide weekly individual lessons following the vocal arts (classically oriented/bel canto) curriculum. Prepare students to participate in all aspects of the program (recitals, juries, etc). Attend quarterly department meetings. Must make up to 5 hours per week available for assigned students.
Qualifications:
- A master’s degree in vocal arts preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- Candidates should have experience teaching students of all ages with a broad range of abilities.
How to Apply: Email resume to music@pasadenaconservatory.org. If available, include a video sample of individual instruction.