Why work at Powers?
It’s easy to jump right in and get to know our small but passionate team here at Powers. Our staff members are creative and innovative (most of us have our own music projects too), always eager to learn and share ideas, and dedicated to improving our students’ and families’ experiences as much as we can. When you join us, your thoughts are encouraged and valued, and you’ll be part of a hard-working team committed to solving problems and making our community better and stronger.
Why teach at Powers?
Here you can meet, talk, and build relationships with some of the area’s most respected music educators and teaching artists. You’ll work for, and with, an organization that values creativity, compassion, and commitment. You’ll meet students wherever they are in their journey and guide them towards their goals in a way that makes sense for them – it’s truly a collaborative and rewarding teaching experience. You’ll also have opportunities to further connect with and impact the Powers community (and beyond!) through summer day programs, workshops, faculty committees, and more.
Please contact gfarrell@powersmusic.org to see how your talents and skills might benefit the Powers community.
Open Positions
position: piano instructor (part-time)
POSITION: Powers Music School seeks an experienced piano instructor to teach students of all ages and abilities. The ideal candidate will be particularly experienced and comfortable teaching young children (from as young as age 5) and able to commit to at least two days of teaching. The current piano department includes eighteen faculty members who teach private lessons, group classes, and chamber music.
DUTIES:
– Teach private lessons
– Teach group classes and chamber music, based on department need
– Potential to work as school-wide accompanist
– Attend annual faculty meeting and open house
QUALIFICATIONS:
– Master’s degree in performance, pedagogy or equivalent work experience
– Documented successful teaching experience
– Effective communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues
START: Fall 2025
LOCATION: A passionate community committed to playing, learning, and growing
together, Powers Music School is located in Belmont, MA. Powers welcomes over 1,000 students weekly, offering private music lessons in nearly 30 instruments, early childhood and group classes, jazz and rock bands, Suzuki instruction, chamber music, music theory, and composition. The school is also home to summer programs for strings, chamber music, and young children.
COMPENSATION: $50-$55 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
To apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and three references by email to:
Dr. Meghan Miller
Associate Director
Powers Music School
mmiller@powersmusic.org
position: Aftercare Coordinator
POSITION:
Powers Music School is looking for a part-time coordinator to manage the school’s aftercare program during the weeks of our summer programs: June 30-August 8. Working hours vary depending on summer program ending times, but the hours will be roughly 3-6pm, with some weeks ending at 5pm. The ages of the children will be 5-12, with most being in elementary school.
CHARACTER TRAITS AND DUTIES:
– You will be responsible for a small group of children ages 5-12 for a few hours after the camp day concludes until their parents pick-up for the evening.
-You should have an easy going, positive attitude and enjoy working with children.
-You need to be creative as we need you to organize activities for kids (park, arts/crafts, board games)
-You need to be alert and observant, keeping an eye out for behavior issues or potential conflicts among students and be sure that parents sign kids out before leaving.
– You’ll need to be a bit flexible and stay late if a parent is late picking a child up.
QUALIFICATIONS:
-Must be at least 18 years old
-Must complete Red Cross CPR/First Aid Training (Powers would cover cost)
-Must pass a pre-employment background check
COMPENSATION: $15/hr.
DATES: June 30th-August 8th, Monday-Friday (No July 4th)
LOCATION: A passionate community committed to playing, learning, and growing together, Powers Music School is located in Belmont, MA. Powers welcomes over 1,000 students weekly, offering private music lessons in nearly 30 instruments, early childhood and group classes, jazz and rock bands, Suzuki instruction, chamber music, music theory, and composition. The school is also home to summer programs for strings, chamber music ensembles, and young children.
To apply, please send cover letter, resume, and three references by email to:
Dr. Meghan Miller
Associate Director
mmiller@powersmusic.org
position: Music Therapist (part-time)
POSITION: Powers Music School seeks an experienced and energetic Board-Certified music therapist with outstanding abilities to work with students of all ages. Currently, Powers employs one full-time music therapist who offers weekly individual sessions as well as offsite group work. This is an ideal opportunity for a creative, self-motivated individual to join and help grow a vibrant department. The ideal candidate will have experience with and a preference for working with young children, people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities, and neurodivergent students.
AVAILABILITY: Mondays and/or Saturdays- a combination of onsite work at Powers and potential offsite work with one of our partners in Peabody and/or Chelsea.
DUTIES:
- In consultation with our Director of Music Therapy, develop, plan, and lead group sessions (on or off-site) based on community need
- Lead individual sessions with students of all ages and abilities
- Regularly complete session documentation and progress reports
- Attend annual faculty meeting & open house
- Explore opportunities for enrollment growth
- Option to have monthly one on one supervision meetings
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Board certification from Certification Board for Music Therapists
- Documented work experience of at least 1-3 years preferred
- Ability to supervise practicum students
- Effective communication skills with clients, families, and colleagues
- Demonstrate knowledge of and apply appropriate and meaningful therapeutic techniques and experiences
- Strong proficiency in multiple instruments – voice, guitar, piano, percussion, etc., as per the American Music Therapy Association Professional Competencies
- Reliable source of transportation preferred
START: Summer or Fall 2025
LOCATION: A passionate community committed to playing, learning, and growing together, Powers Music School is located in Belmont, MA. Powers welcomes over 900 students weekly, offering private music lessons in nearly 30 instruments, early childhood and group classes, jazz and rock bands, Suzuki instruction, orchestra, music theory, and composition. The school is also home to summer programs for strings, piano, chamber music ensembles, and young children.
COMPENSATION: $52-60
To apply:
Send cover letter, resume and 3 references by email to:
Cheyenna Eagle
Director of Music Therapy
Powers Music School
ceagle@powersmusic.org