Choral Director and Kodaly Teacher
The Renaissance International School is currently looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic part-
time Music Teacher and Choral Conductor to work with children ages 6-14. This individual will
lead one of our vocal groups and teach musicianship lessons following the Kodaly approach.
We are a Montessori School in Oakland that enjoys a strong and highly credentialed faculty, an
enthusiastic and supportive parent community, and solid administrative leadership. We pride
ourselves in our extensive Music, Studio Art, and Multilingual program. We currently enroll
about 150 students, from ages 2 through 14.
Requirements:
A degree or background in Kodaly
A background in teaching musicianship
Experience working with children ages 6-14
Interest or affinity for Montessori Philosophy
A desire to help children develop their potential
Willing to follow direction and assume responsibility
A love for children
A passion for education
A passion for music
A passion for excellence
A team player
A friendly, flexible, and kind personality
Experience and ability to work in a multilingual and multicultural environment
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct a mixed-aged children’s choir.
Develop and implement a high-caliber choral curriculum that nurtures vocal
development and musicianship.
Select repertoire that is vocally appropriate, culturally diverse, and in line with the
school’s mission.
Collaborate with administration and faculty on organization of concerts, lessons and
other logistics.
Job Type: Part-time
Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs, Fri – 8:00am – 9:30am, Wednesday – 8am – 10am.
Pay: $1,500-$1,750 per month
Benefits: Paid time off
Please submit a cover letter and resume to jobs@therenaissanceschool.org if interested in the
position.