Orchestra Director Salary in Portland, Maine

How much does an Orchestra Director make in Portland, ME?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for an Orchestra Director in Portland, ME is $69,503. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $54,749 to a high of $86,269, with most professionals earning between $61,780 and $78,279.

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Common responsibilities of an Orchestra Director

Design and implement an orchestra program, which successfully participates in UIL and other contests, curriculum concerts, and other events in school and within the community.

March 11, 2023

Actively participate in professional organizations, which foster and support music education.

March 24, 2023

Communicate expectations and program goals to students, faculty, parents, community and booster club members.

May 12, 2023

Provide for orchestra participation in curricular and extracurricular events, including concerts, TMEA, and UIL activities.

December 12, 2022

Develop and implement plans for improvement and growth of orchestra program and show written evidence of preparation as required.

December 14, 2022

Implement sectional/small group instruction in the fall and spring semesters to provide adequate preparation for all concerts, competitions, auditions, and events.

January 05, 2023

Manage the behavior of learners in the instructional setting to ensure the environment is conducive to the learning process.

January 24, 2023

Plan and use appropriate instructional and learning strategies, activities, materials and equipment that reflect understanding of the learning styles and needs of students assigned and show written evidence of preparation as required.

March 04, 2023

Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for all extracurricular activities.

March 04, 2023

Demonstrated ability to engage students with 21st century teaching strategies such as Project Based Learning and technology integrated curriculum with computer programs such as Sibelius, Auralia, Rhythm Bee, Finale, SmartMusic, and Charms.

May 09, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Orchestra Director in Portland, ME

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

61780

78279

69503

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

61928

78395

69604

What is the average salary for Orchestra Director in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Orchestra Director in Portland, ME. The base salary for Orchestra Director ranges from $61,780 to $78,279 with the average base salary of $69,503. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $61,928 to $78,395 with the average total cash compensation of $69,604.

View Average Salary for Orchestra Director as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$69,503	$61,780 - $78,279
Bonus	$101	$148 - $116
Total Pay	$69,604	$61,928 - $78,395

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Orchestra Director Salary Near Portland, ME

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE South Portland, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,611 - $78,065	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Westbrook, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,611 - $78,065	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Auburn, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,987 - $77,274	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Lewiston, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $60,987 - $77,274	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Windham, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,570 - $78,013	COMPARE TO Portland, ME
CITY, STATE Saco, ME	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $61,486 - $77,907	COMPARE TO Portland, ME

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About Portland, Maine

Portland is a city in the U.S. state of Maine, with a population of 67,067 as of 2017. The Greater Portland metropolitan area is home to over half a million people, more than one-third of Maine's total population, making it the most populous metro in northern New England (an area comprising the states of Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont). Portland is Maine's economic center, with an economy that relies on the service sector and tourism. The Old Port district is known for its 19th-century architecture and nightlife. Marine industry still plays an important role in the city's economy, with an a...

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