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Location:
Wayland, MA United States
Posting Date:
2026-02-04
Description:
WSM is a thriving school with a local reputation for excellence, in a town that values music education, and with no other full Suzuki program nearby. We currently serve about 250 families, and enrollment continues to grow. – We seek the following to replace faculty moving out of state: 1) an experienced Suzuki piano teacher to take over studio of 20+ hours/30 students, Suzuki and traditional, currently M-F; 2) an experienced Suzuki cello teacher for about 5 hours/10 students, Suzuki and traditional.
Duties:
Teach private lessons and possible group classes (depending on availability). Prepare students for recitals. – Work with both Suzuki and traditional students. – Possibility of advanced students, chamber music coaching. – School year (Sept – mid-June): 37 lessons; summer: any week(s) per teacher & student preference. – For hours, see description section above. – Start summer or fall 2026 (possibly sooner with some students).
Qualifications:
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance or Music Education. – Piano: Suzuki registered through Book 3 minimum (higher preferred). – Cello: Suzuki registered through Book 2 minimum (higher preferred). – 8 -10 years professional teaching experience. – Enthusiasm, sense of humor, “on the spot” creativity. – Strong performance skills and credits. – Commitment to continued growth as both teacher and musician. – Willingness to be part of a team working together to build a strong program. – Ability to teach second instrument a bonus.
Salary:
Current hourly rate, 2025-26 school year (rates for next year will be set in July): Private lessons $60.50, chamber music $66, group classes $72. – Recitals and events also paid. – We also reimburse 50% for further Suzuki training. – Attendance/makeup policies emphasize respect for teachers’ time and professionalism, and are firmly upheld.
Contact:
Please send the following to our Director, Penny Wayne-Shapiro, at [email protected]: your resume, and a cover letter detailing your teaching philosophy (not written by AI). – Qualified applicants will be invited to interview, followed by request for references and teaching sample videos. – No phone inquiries, please.
https://waylandmusic.com/
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