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
Voice instructor
POSITION: Powers Music School seeks an experienced voice instructor with outstanding abilities to teach students of all ages and levels. Experience teaching all voice types and genres is desired.
DUTIES:
– Teach private lessons
– Interest in teaching group classes
– Attend annual faculty meeting and open house
– Explore opportunities for enrollment growth
– Potential opportunities to work with the school’s summer programs
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
Applications will be reviewed as they come in and the position will remain open until filled.
WHO WE ARE: Powers is a community music school located in Belmont, Massachusetts, which is about 10 miles west of downtown Boston. Powers has seven full-time staff and a faculty of over 60 teaching artists. We serve around 1,000 students each week in private lessons and
group classes during the school year and offer six summer day programs in addition to
lessons and classes. Students range in age from infants to older adults with the bulk of
our students being school-aged.
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