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
Clarinet Instructor (part-time)
POSITION:
Powers Music School seeks an experienced clarinet instructor with outstanding abilities to teach students of all ages and levels. The current woodwind department is comprised of nine faculty members who teach private lessons and coach chamber music.
DUTIES:
- Teach private lessons
- Teach group classes/chamber music based on department need
- Attend annual faculty meeting and open house
- Explore opportunities for enrollment growth
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 2024
COMPENSATION:
$50-$55 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
To apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references by email to mmiller@powersmusic.org
Dr. Meghan Miller
Associate Director
Powers Music School
P.O. Box 398 / 380 Concord Ave
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 484-5750 ext. 2
Trombone Instructor (part-time)
POSITION:
Powers Music School seeks an experienced trombone instructor with outstanding abilities to teach students of all ages and levels. The current brass department is comprised of six faculty members who teach private lessons and coach chamber music.
DUTIES:
- Teach private lessons
- Teach group classes/chamber music based on department need
- Attend annual faculty meeting and open house
- Explore opportunities for enrollment growth
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 2024
COMPENSATION:
$50-$55 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
To apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references by email to mmiller@powersmusic.org
Dr. Meghan Miller
Associate Director
Powers Music School
P.O. Box 398 / 380 Concord Ave
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 484-5750 ext. 2
Piano Instructor (part-time)
POSITION:
Powers Music School seeks an experienced piano instructor to teach students of all ages. 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
- 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: Summer or Fall 2024
COMPENSATION: $48-$55 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
To apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references by email to mmiller@powersmusic.org
Dr. Meghan Miller
Associate Director
Powers Music School
P.O. Box 398 / 380 Concord Ave
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 484-5750 ext. 2
Trumpet Instructor (part-time)
POSITION:
Powers Music School seeks an experienced trumpet instructor with outstanding abilities to teach students of all ages and levels. The ideal candidate will also run our brass class within the Saturday Morning Music School, a program run at Chenery Upper Elementary School in Belmont. The current brass department is comprised of six faculty members who teach private lessons and coach chamber music.
DUTIES:
- Teach private lessons
- Teach the brass class at our Saturday Morning Music School
- Teach group classes and chamber music, based on department need
- Attend annual faculty meeting and open house
- Explore opportunities for enrollment growth
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in performance, pedagogy, or equivalent work experience
- Documented successful teaching experience.
- Effective communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues.
START: Summer or Fall 2024
COMPENSATION: $48-$55 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
To apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references by email to mmiller@powersmusic.org
Dr. Meghan Miller
Associate Director
Powers Music School
P.O. Box 398 / 380 Concord Ave
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 484-5750 ext. 2
Drum Set/Percussion Instructor (part-time)
POSITION:
Powers Music School seeks an experienced drum set/percussion instructor with the ability to teach students of all ages and levels in a variety of contexts. The job includes teaching weekly private lessons for beginners to advanced students as well teaching beginning percussion classes for 5th and 6th graders within the Saturday Morning Music School program at Chenery Upper Elementary School in Belmont. Candidates should be comfortable teaching both drum set and band percussion instruments like mallets and tympani.
DUTIES:
- Teach private lessons
- Teach the percussion class(es) at Saturday Morning Music School
- Teach group classes and chamber music, based on department need
- Attend annual faculty meeting and open house
- Explore opportunities for enrollment growth
QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s degree in performance, pedagogy, or equivalent work experience
- Documented successful teaching experience.
- Effective communication skills with students, parents, and colleagues.
START: Summer or Fall 2024
COMPENSATION: $48-$55 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
To apply:
Send cover letter, resume, and 3 references by email to mmiller@powersmusic.org
Dr. Meghan Miller
Associate Director
Powers Music School
P.O. Box 398 / 380 Concord Ave
Belmont, MA 02478
(617) 484-5750 ext. 2