String Project Master Teacher

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Position Title String Project Master Teacher

Requisition Number H00628P

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location Weber State University - Ogden, UT

Hours per week flexible, around 5

Months per year 8

Alternate work schedule

MW 4:30-6:30 pm

meetings W 6:30-7:00

Pay Grade Salary

Hourly Pay Rate $30.00 dollars

The Master Teacher Will

• Oversee the continuing development of the Project.
• Along with the Project Director supervise the WSU String Music Education majors who teach in the Project, and provide teaching modeling and mentorship to these teachers.
• Model teaching strategies for the student teachers.
• Coordinate, with the student teachers, the final semester concert in December and again in April.
• Provide feedback on lesson plans written and implemented by the student teachers.
• Observe student teachers and provide feedback on teaching effectiveness.
• Work with the Project Director and the student teachers to effectively plan and implement recruiting efforts.
• Approve music choices for the Philharmonic and Ogden Youth Orchestra, which are conducted by the Master Teacher and qualified student conductors.

The Master Teacher must hold a degree in Instrumental Music Education and be a string specialist.

Experience in preparatory programs at University level required. Some experience in Piano playing or teaching. MMus preferred. Violinist, Cellist, Public School Teacher with Music Education Degree.

Background Check? Yes

Job Open Date 08/11/2026

Review Date 08/13/2026

Job Close Date 09/11/2026

Open Until Filled

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Notes to Applicant

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work. The screening of applicants will begin immediately and will remain open until filled.

Criminal Background check is required as a condition of employment.