Teaching Artist: Fiddle/Violin
About 317 Main Community Music Center
317 Main is a cultural anchor for music education, performance, and community in Maine and northern New England.
We believe music is a powerful force for personal growth and community well-being, and that access to meaningful music-making should be welcoming, inclusive, and joyful. Each year, 317 Main engages thousands of students, families, artists, and audience members through early childhood programs, private lessons, ensembles, camps, concerts, and community events, working with a diverse roster of professional teaching artists and performers. From first songs to lifelong musicianship, our work is rooted in creativity, belonging, and the belief that shared musical experiences strengthen individuals and the communities they call home.
Position Description:
We are looking for Violin/Fiddle Teaching Artists who are passionate about bringing 317 Main’s mission to life in their lessons and classes, and can create a warm welcoming environment for every student and family.
Key Responsibilities Include:
Provide thoughtful and engaging weekly musical instruction to violin/fiddle private lesson students at 317 Main in line with 317 Main’s mission.
Uphold regular and prompt communication with 317 Main staff, students, and families as needed.
Work with enrollment staff to develop a schedule for student lessons that meets the needs of both the Teaching Artist and 317 Main.
Contribute to 317 Main’s vibrant culture of community centered music-making.
Participate in quarterly all-staff meetings and trainings.
Qualifications:
Have passion, dedication, and experience in the fields of music and education
Have strong background in performance on given instrument
Be personally engaging, friendly, and want to work in a fast-paced community-oriented environment
Be able to create lesson plans that meet the musical needs of a variety of student ages, abilities, and interests
Be willing to learn new songs/repertoire as needed for instruction
Schedule & Requirements:
Teaching Artist schedules vary widely depending on instrument and Teaching Artist availability, but typically include a weekly schedule of lessons and/or classes that change each session (4 sessions per year). Teaching Artists are also responsible for attending four seasonal in-service meetings each year. Tuesday and Fridays are preferred.
Compensation & Benefits:
Compensation: $45.50/hour for private lessons, $55+/hour for ensembles, $20/hour for administrative work
Eligible for paid time off (1 hour per 40 hours worked)
Eligible for healthcare plans starting at 20 hours/week
Eligible for seasonal free and paid professional development opportunities
Discounted program tuition for self and immediate family
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion:
317 Main is committed to providing equal access and equal employment opportunities in all terms, conditions, processes, and benefits of employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. 317 Main’s employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. We are committed to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We encourage people of diverse identities to apply.
To Apply:
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to 317 Main’s Director of Music Education, Alicia Phelps, here.
To apply by mail, send your cover letter and resume to:
317 Main Community Music Center
317 Main Street, Yarmouth, ME 04096
ATTN: Teaching Artist Search
