| Greater Connecticut Youth Orchestras is seeking applicants for a Woodwinds Instructor position. Qualified individuals from backgrounds traditionally under-represented in classical music are strongly encouraged to apply. Instructors and coaches work closely with the Music Director and Conductors of the orchestras in the program to support students both musically and technically during each of our concert cycles. The Woodwinds Instructor will lead a small intensive woodwinds group for younger and less experienced musicians and also act as Woodwinds Coach for Principal Orchestra, the highest level full orchestra at GCTYO. Greater Connecticut Youth Orchestras is located in Fairfield, Connecticut. Rehearsals are most Saturday mornings during the school year (except vacation days). At least 3 concerts per year are performed in November, early March, and May. Read our Mission, DEI Statement, and more about GCTYO here: https://gctyo.org. Also on Facebook and Instagram. Responsibilities: – Conduct weekly Saturday morning sectional rehearsals from September through mid-May – 2 hours of intensive woodwinds instruction with less experienced players – 1 hour of coaching advanced woodwinds – Attend, assist, and conduct at 3 concerts per year – Communicate with conductors and Music Director and establish effective rehearsal plans – Attend staff meetings and occasional professional development workshops – Communicate with Executive Director Opportunities: – Give one-on-one lessons to students as needed – Participate in GCTYO’s ongoing work on diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging | 
