Open Positions

Intern, Music Educator

Seattle JazzED invites college-aged students (ages 18-25) with an interest in teaching to apply for an internship for the Winter and Spring season. This role will support programming that serves students in grades 4-12. This internship offers invaluable hands-on experience, providing interns an opportunity to work alongside JazzED educators and staff in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform administrative tasks such as photocopying materials and attendance-taking

  • Assist with teaching responsibilities such as participating in classes, providing focused support for small groups of students, and providing general student supervision

  • Assist with gig and class set up and clean up

Qualifications

  • Passion for music education and youth development

  • Enthusiasm for working with diverse populations of students

  • Exhibit qualities such as adaptability and eagerness to learn

  • Must be able to provide own transportation to and from class

Pay Rate: $25/hr

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their applications by December 20th for priority consideration.

We understand that women, people of color, and other underrepresented groups may not apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. If you're excited about this role and our mission, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't align perfectly. Your unique perspective and skills are valued here.

Freelance, Music Educator

Are you an awesome human committed to youth development through music education? Seattle JazzED is seeking periodic freelance music educators to lead music programming that serves students in grades 4-12. Hours are variable, with opportunities for virtual and in-person instruction. Ideal candidates will be age 21 or older, with at least 1–2-year(s) experience working with youth. The educator in this role should be able to teach music lessons through the lens of jazz to a diverse population of students, track the progress of each musician, and collaborate with the Education Director to maximize the experience of youth.

 We are contracting 6+ months out for:

  • 1 or 2 afternoons a week (starting at 3:30 pm)

  • Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 We are currently hiring for:

  • Variable hour gigs in the community

  • Substitute teaching in classrooms

  • A combination of the above!

Pay Rate: $75/hr.

Seattle JazzED is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.