Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance

Woodwind Teaching Artist

Darlington Arts Center (DAC) was founded in 1978 on the unique vision of including all four arts disciplines–music, visual arts, dance, and drama– in one space with an emphasis on multi-disciplinary programming. DAC has served the Delaware and Chester counties and Delaware State communities for over 40 years by fostering programs that provide possibilities and opportunities through the exploration of multi-disciplinary arts. DAC is committed to building, preserving and growing with the community we serve and the community of teaching artists. Our mission and core value is providing Every Art for Everyone!

DAC is seeking skilled artists who have at least one year of teaching experience in Woodwind instruments (flute, clarinet, saxophone, oboe, etc), for private instruction and group classes at the Center located at 977 Shavertown Road, Garnet Valley, PA 19060 from September 2024 to August 2025. 

Our Academic School Year is from September 2024-June 2025  and our summer program is from June 2025- August 2025.

We are looking to fill this position immediately. We are prioritizing individuals who are available on Tuesdays during after-school hours (3:30 pm to 8:00 pm) and have experience in Clarinet and Saxophone.

Teaching Artists will:

Provide excellent instruction. Including: 

Showing integrity in teaching methods and pedagogy

Helping parents understand the artistic process as well as the finished work that goes home

Inspiring student excitement and commitment to study

Treating students and parents with respect and kindness

Promote Darlington’s mission and programs to students and parents

Keep an accurate teacher log book, which will serve as an invoice for services

Communicate with the office in a clear, consistent and timely manner. Including: 

Promptly notifying the Program Manager of any schedule changes

Responding to phone and email messages within 48 hours

Recommend exceptional students and those in need for scholarships

Submit PA child abuse clearance, criminal records check and FBI clearance (must be within 5 years of 12/31/2023)

Distribute communications to families as provided by the administrative office

 

We evaluate performance using the following metrics:  

Consistent, Prompt Attendance

Student and Parent satisfaction (collected verbally and through bi-annual surveys)

Student Retention (across all DAC activities)

Student demonstration of improved ability and knowledge (as evidenced in their completed work)

Observation (classes may be observed by the Executive Director or her designee)

Staff Feedback (regarding regular communication and accurate teacher log)

Additional Skills and Experience (Preferred)

Has or interested in teaching group classes for all ages that span various genres 

Has experience in teaching jazz and/or contemporary musical style

Compensation

This position is a 1099 contracted employee. Darlington hours of operations are from 9 am to 9pm, Monday-Friday and 9am to 4pm on Saturdays during the Academic Year and 9am to 9pm Monday-Wednesday, and 9am to 5pm Thursday-Friday during the summer season. Viable candidates will set their preferred hours within the above hours of operations. Starting hourly rate is $35.00, however is negotiable based on experience and expertise.   

By the way, if you don’t check off every box in the requirements listed above? Please apply anyway! 

Studies have shown that marginalized communities - such as women, LGBTQ+ and people of color - are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. 

DAC is dedicated to building an inclusive, diverse, equitable, and accessible workplace that fosters a sense of belonging – so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to still consider submitting an application.  You may be just the right candidate for this role or another one of our openings!