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The Community Music Center of Boston, an arts education nonprofit with a mission to transform lives by providing equitable access to excellent music education and arts experiences, is seeking a motivated and student-centered private piano instructor with knowledge of jazz styles to continue instruction for current and new piano students Fall 2026. Click HERE to read more about our private lesson programming!
The ideal candidate has a strong jazz background, ability to teach both beginner and advanced piano students, and an inclusive and culturally responsive teaching style that reflects CMCB's three curricular pillars - Musical Artistry, Social-Emotional Development, Cultural Inclusion - and Student Pathways, our commitment to valuing the many different reasons that people study music (read more about Pathways HERE!).

This is a great opportunity for candidates with demonstrated teaching experience who are looking for community, growth opportunities, and a compensation structure that also includes paid administrative time and paid professional development opportunities.

Lastly, additional teaching opportunities are available for candidates with the ability to play and teach multiple instruments and/or candidates who are interested in teaching in the public schools.

Status: Regular part time hourly, exempt

Start Date: Mid August 2026 (onboarding) with orientation September 2nd & 3rd and first teaching date September 9th

Schedule: In person, varies by student request, 10-15 hours per week; one - two days between Monday - Thursday (3:00PM-8:00PM - full or partial availability) and full day Saturday (9:00AM-5:30PM)

Specific Responsibilities

Private Studio Management and Retention

• Teach students according to curricular guidelines
• Prepare students for performance events and opportunities
• Hold at least one studio recital during the school year
• Complete attendance in registration software accurately and timely
• Maintain open and regular communication with parents/caregivers and students via email to support educational progress

Communication and Participation

• Attend department meetings and the annual all-faculty meetings as scheduled
• Participate in department events, competitions, recitals, and concerts
• Facilitate student participation in musical opportunities

Qualifications

Essential

• Strong jazz background
• Must have Bachelor's degree in music performance/education with knowledge in the field of piano performance/pedagogy or equivalent experience
• Ability to teach advanced piano students in a variety of styles
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience and knowledge of early childhood piano pedagogies (general classroom management experience preferred)
• Ability to adapt to individual needs of a diverse student population and provide constructive feedback
• Must be adept at and comfortable with working in a culturally diverse environment with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as pedagogical and professional values
• Interest in the following focus areas: Culturally Responsive Teaching, Creative Youth Development - Student Voice/Agency, and Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
• Regularly reflects on practice, seeks and responds to feedback, and demonstrates self-awareness and commitment to continuous learning and development
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, when conversing with students, families, and colleagues
• Skilled at engaging with families and building collaborative, respectful relationships with them in service of student learning
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite (Google Docs, Google Forms, and Google Sheets)

Preferred

• Accompaniment experience
• Supervisory experience is highly desirable and may lead to future department leadership opportunities
• Fluency in Spanish, Haitian Creole, and/or Chinese (Mandarin/Cantonese) is highly desirable
• Knowledge in a diverse range of styles (i.e. Rock, Blues, Folk, Classical, and/or Popular Music)
• Experience teaching in a public school or community music school setting

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the person in this position must be able to to remain in a stationary position 50-75% of the time. They need to occasionally move around the space to access teaching supplies and instruments. They must also converse with students in a normal classroom setting and discern and recognize changes in tone, pitch, rhythm, and volume. They may occasionally move or transport supplies and instruments up to 10 pounds.

Application Instructions

Please apply at https://cmcb.isolvedhire.com/jobs. Please be prepared to submit the below materials (addressed to Jared Field, Director of Programming, Community Music School) as part of your application:

• A cover letter which addresses your capabilities, experiences, and interests
• A current resume

Incomplete applications may not be considered. Applications will be reviewed beginning June 8th as they are received, and this position will remain open for applications until filled. Please, no phone calls or walk-ins.

Community Music Center of Boston is committed to recruiting and fostering a diverse community of staff and students and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. BIPOC individuals, LGBTQIA+ individuals, and members of other historically disenfranchised and marginalized populations are strongly encouraged to apply.