Join the ETM-LA Team

Bring Music Education Back to LA

Education Through Music-Los Angeles is working hard to provide high quality, in-school music education to all students. We’re looking for individuals who are passionate about making our mission possible. Take a look at our current openings to see how you can become a part of the movement!

Current Openings

Music Teacher Intern I & II (now accepting for Spring 2027)

ETM-LA’s internship program gives new teachers an opportunity to gain classroom teaching experience in Elementary General Music, Middle School General Music, and Elementary Instrumental Instruction. This is a paid semester internship, where Music Teacher Interns are paired with an ETM-LA Music Teacher to shadow partial or full days of teaching (about 7:40 AM- 2:30 PM), twice a week. Music Teacher Interns will be hired on a Level 1 or Level 2 basis; dependent upon education and experience. Additionally, ETM-LA Interns work closely with an Instructional Supervisor and Music Teacher – Mentor. Interns who successfully complete the semester-long internship program have been offered a role as regular substitute teachers with ETM-LA and also Music Teacher positions, as availability opens up at our new and existing partner schools.

The Music Teacher Intern will observe and assist the Music Teacher with a comprehensive, sequential, and standards-based music curriculum according to the Education Through Music (ETM) model that serves all students and teaches musical literacy, practical musical skills, content knowledge, transferable skills, and higher order thinking. Lead meaningful performances in which students can apply learned skills and knowledge as assigned by the Music Teacher – Mentor. Build a music program that becomes an indispensable part of school culture and identity which connects to the broader school community.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Job Responsibilities for Level 1:

Job Responsibilities for Level 2 (with the understanding and expectation that the essential functions of Level 1 have been mastered):

Responsible for leading and teaching a class assigned by the Music Teacher-Mentor. This includes leading rehearsal for and conducting two (2) songs for the assigned class for the school-wide concerts (Winter & Spring).
Other tasks include assisting withall logistics – sound, lighting, staging, etc.
Create a visually-engaging bulletin board for your assigned class. Assist the music teacher with the maintenance of keeping the music classroom print-rich, visually engaging, neat, organized and welcoming.
Create lesson plans and teach assigned class weekly.
Ensembles Only: Keep accurate records and maintain all materials and instrument inventory with the oversight of the Music Teacher – Mentor.

Other Functions:

Lifting and moving musical equipment, materials and supplies.
Cleaning the music room.
Using Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Calendar, MS Word, Excel and other software to create items needed for the music classroom
Regular use of work email to communicate with ETM-LA staff.
Assist with inventory and secure classroom instruments, including tuning ukuleles, guitars, replacing drum heads, proper storage, etc.
General assistance at organizational events, including administrative tasks and managing students.
Assisting with other school-based musical events.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree (or in progress, and a minimum of Junior standing) in Music or related field. Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in music or related field preferred.
Some classroom experience, working with children or student teaching.
Vocal or instrumental performance capabilities. Advanced vocal or instrumental performance capabilities, particularly guitar, piano, or voice desired.
Certification in Orff, Kodaly, Dalcroze, and/or other music teaching pedagogies

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Knowledge of musical theory and notation literacy. Advanced knowledge of musical notation and theory literacy preferred.
Knowledge of specific musical repertoire and genres. Specialized knowledge of specific musical repertoire and genres, particularly choral. State teacher certification. Practical understanding of music pedagogy, educational theory, and child development preferred.
Proficient in Google Suite including but not limited to: Google Sheets, Google Docs, Google Calendar; Microsoft (MS) Office including MS Word and MS Excel; and other software to create items needed for the music classroom
Proficient in online learning platforms (Zoom, Google Classroom, RingCentral, etc.)
Possess strong interpersonal and collaborative skills
Ability to follow instructions

Pay & Work Schedule:

Semester-long internship
$18.47 per hour for Level 1; $20.00 per hour for Level 2
Hours: Part-Time; Seasonal & Temporary; ~10-14 hours per week

Working Conditions:

School environment located throughout Los Angeles County. Must use your own vehicle, or have reliable transportation, for work purposes other than driving to and from work (such as running errands for work).

General Information:

In order to apply, interested candidates must complete the Employment Application and attach the following:
- One-page cover letter (between 150-300 words)
- One-page resume
- Names and contact information of three (3) professional references
- Copy of Transcript (Official Transcripts may be required upon hire) and Credential Copy (if applicable)
A live scan must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the live scan may affect the application status of applicants
TB Test mandate. Failure to satisfactorily complete the TB Test with certificate of tuberculosis clearance may affect the application status of applicants
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements as a condition of employment
For questions please email info@etmla.org

Equal Employment Opportunity:

ETM-LA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits 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, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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Instructional Supervisor - Emphasis in Modern Band, Music Technology & General Music (now accepting for Fall 2026)

The Instructional Supervisor (with an emphasis on Modern Band, Music Technology & General Music) will be a full-time, exempt position and will directly report to and will work closely with the Director of Programs as part of the Programs team at Education Through Music-Los Angeles. The Instructional Supervisor will provide effective instructional supervision to nurture student achievement, well-being, and overall development, and create deep, invaluable musical and educational opportunities. Provide guidance, support, and continuous assessment to teachers for their professional development and improvement in the teaching-learning process. The Instructional Supervisor will assist with the cultivation of school partnerships, including maintaining strong relationships and communications with school leadership and community members. Contribute to ETM-LA’s professional development knowledge base, resources, and overall teacher training capabilities.

Job Description:

On-Site or Virtual School Visits (25%)

On-site visits to mentor music teachers as needed or directed.
Develop, maintain, and document relationships with school principals via check-in visits.
Track what equipment and resources are at the school, determine what is needed based on existing resources, the music teachers’ skills and teaching arrangement, and procure needed materials.
Guide music teachers on being culturally responsive to school environments.
Document details of school visits and what was accomplished at such visits.
Document music teacher activities formally and informally through on-site/virtual observations focused on lesson planning, pedagogy, classroom management, classroom environment, age-appropriate content, integration, and assessment.
Informally and formally observe music teachers’ instruction and provide written and verbal feedback.
Conduct model teaching and team teaching, as necessary.
Provide music teacher class coverage as needed.

Instructional Support (25%)

Provide support to music teachers in classroom management, music pedagogy, principal, and parent/stakeholder communication.
Guide and train music teachers in developing musical activities, lesson plans, curriculum, assessments strategies and producing performances based on ETM-LA benchmarks and ETM-LA training materials.
Teach music classes as needed.
Review music teachers’ lesson plans weekly before lessons are taught and provide feedback.
Recommend resources for music teachers to use in the classroom from the ETM-LA music library and elsewhere.
Support development and administration of skills assessment tests for students.
Train music teachers on recruiting & reconciling inventory sheets.
Facilitate and attend performances and events including Bagels With The Band/Sweets With Strings, Music Unites the World Festival, and community performances.
Provide professional development workshops and related support to academic teachers.
Work with partner schools to develop appropriate parent engagement workshops.

Supervisory Support (25%)

Ensure proper supervision, mentoring and Performance evaluation of all ETM-LA music teachers.
Review weekly time sheets for accuracy and follow up on any discrepancies.
Manage/Approve time off requests and arrange for substitute coverage when necessary.
Conduct regular performance check-ins to ensure Teacher is on track and to discuss any concerns.
Compile and administer (in conjunction with Human Resources and Director or Programs) Performance Improvement Plans & Performance Action Plans as needed.
Track ETM-LA attendance and ensure all music teachers receive required training.
Attend Professional Development to engage and learn new strategies for growth and development.
Continued growth in the latest technical/digital platforms.

Operational Support (15%)

Work with Music Teachers to collect class rosters, image releases, student grades and evaluation data for the Director of Programs to provide to the Evaluation Department.
Track inventory and maintain resources in the ETM-LA Library & Office
Oversee and approve any reimbursements submitted by your teachers.
Train teachers to manage instrument inventories and instrument return process and communications.
Facilitate instrument days or nights by coordinating logistics, scheduling and follow-up.
Handle instrument repairs, returns and inventory.
Collect student work/quotes/stories for the Director of Programs as needed in conjunction with communications/development projects to promote ETM-LA’s mission.- to provide to the Development Department.
Provide support for ETM-LA’s Annual Music Unites the World Festival bringing together students from across LA County for two days of musical learning and culminating performances.

Teacher Recruitment (10%)

Participate in Group Demo Sessions to identify potential Teacher candidates.
Attend career/recruiting events to promote/recruit Teachers for ETM-LA.
Championing our mission as a representative in your communities.
Conduct face to face interviews and recommend applicants for hire as assigned.

Other Functions:

Instructional document creation and management
Design and implementation of new projects and materials as necessary
General assistance at organizational events, including administrative tasks and managing students.
Other duties as assigned by the Director of Programs.

Supervisory Responsibility (if any):

Supervision of up to 35 children in regular classroom activities and up to 200 for special events.

Working Conditions:

Standard office environment and LA public and parochial school classrooms located
throughout LA county. Regular field travel required.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education
- Bachelor’s Degree in Music Education or related field
Experience
- Two years primary or secondary classroom teaching experience
Specific Skills
- Vocal/instrumental performance capabilities
Specialized knowledge, licenses, etc.
- Musical theory and notation literacy.
- Understanding of music pedagogy, knowledge/experience with under-resourced
- Los Angeles communities, educational theory, and child development.
- Knowledge of specific musical repertoire and genres.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Computer literate, including MS Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications:

Education
- Master’s Degree
Experience
- 5 years primary or secondary classroom teaching experience, preferably in the under-resourced, low-income area communities
- Staff/project management
Specific Skills
- Advanced vocal or instrumental performance capabilities, particularly guitar, piano, and vocal
- Choral/Instrumental Conducting
Specialized knowledge, licenses, etc.
- State teacher certification
- Advanced practical understanding of music pedagogy, educational theory, and child development
- Additional certification, i.e., Orff, Kodály, Dalcroze and/or other music teaching pedagogies

Salary Range: $70,304-$78,000/yr commensurate with education and experience. This is a Full-Time, exempt position.

Benefits include: health, dental, vision insurance, 403(b) retirement plan opportunities.

Location of Office: Burbank, CA

To apply, complete the Employment Application and attach the following documents:

One page cover letter
One page resume
Names and Contact Info of three (3) professional references

A live scan must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the live
scan may affect the application status of applicants
TB Test mandate. Failure to satisfactorily complete the TB Test with certificate of
tuberculosis clearance may affect the application status of applicants
The person holding this position is considered a ‘mandated reporter’ under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements as a condition of employment

ETM-LA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and
prohibits 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, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

APPLY HERE

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This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.