Job Listings

Suzuki Violin Teacher

Location: Jasper, IN
Posting Date: New on Apr 23 2024

Description: Strings Inc. is a non-profit org. providing violin instruction in Dubois County. We offer an after-school program, and in-school violin programs in 2 elementary schools. Our calendar consists of Fall/Spring semesters -17 weeks each, and optional Summer-10 weeks. We also offers Music Together classes

Duties: Take over studio of existing instructor and prospective students on waitlist (approx. 25 students). Lead individual & group classes, assist in-school programs, lead or assist in student performances, annual school demos, and fundraisers.  If interested, administrative duties would be available.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Music preferred. SAA registered training and commitment to the Suzuki philosophy.

Salary: Hourly rate commensurate with experience. Position is a self-employed/independent contractor situation with a very supportive board. Stipend for continuing education available. Creative incentive packages will be considered and can be tailored to individual needs.

Contact: Please send cover letter, resume and 3 references to: Rafaela Schaick [javascript protected email address]

Website: www.stringsinc.org
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Violin Instructor

Location: Bowling Green, KY
Posting Date: New on Apr 23 2024

Description: The WKU String Academy seeks a pre-college violin instructor for students aged 4-18. The WKU String Academy is a preparatory program for violin and viola students housed at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, KY.

Duties: • Teach private and group lessons
• Participate in and attend student recitals
• Communicate and work closely with WKU String Academy Director
• Communicate clearly and effectively with student caregivers
• Participate in local outreach and recruiting events

Qualifications: • Bachelors degree in music performance or music education (violin or viola)
• Training in pedagogy (registered Suzuki training, university-level courses, etc.)
• Experience teaching applied violin lessons
• Proficiency in violin or viola playing for performance and demonstration

Salary: $45.00 – 60.00
Guaranteed 20 hours per week during the Fall and Spring semesters (15 weeks each) for the first year.

The position includes potential summer festival teaching at the WKU String Academy, and potential adjunct teaching of university-level courses according to departmental needs.

Contact: • One-page cover letter highlighting personal background, teaching philosophy, and teaching experience
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three references (references should be able to comment on candidate’s abilities in teaching, performing, or both)
• Video recordings of teaching and playing will be requested at a later date.

Visit www.wku.edu/strings for more information about our program.

Website: wku.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=174787
Phone: 270.745.3751
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Suzuki Violin Instructor | Suzuki Cello Instructor

Location: Brooklyn, NY
Posting Date: New on Apr 15 2024

Description: Position Description
The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music (BKCM) seeks part-time instructors in cello and violin with a growth mindset and eagerness to learn to join BKCM’s Suzuki team of 25 faculty in our robust program.
BKCM Suzuki comprises 230 students across six instruments and 35 students in ou

Duties: Expectations and Scope of Work
Teach private lessons and group and theory classes for children ages 3.5 to 18, depending on the schedule assigned.
Most new teachers will teach pre-twinkle beginners ages 3.5–5 and will also teach students who have studied for any length of time in our program.
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Qualifications: Qualifications
Candidates should have a Bachelor of Music degree or similar, be an active member of the SAA, and have at least units 1–4 registered with the SAA. Ideally, the candidate will have also taken SPA and Practicum or will have plans to do so soon. However, the best candidate may not yet ha

Salary: Salary
The base pay rate in 2023-2024 was $53.00/hour for private lessons, $60/hour for group/theory classes, and $40/hour for meetings and prep time. Updated rates for 2024-25 will become available in June.

Contact: How to Apply
To apply, email a letter of interest, a current resume, and a writing sample that addresses your teaching philosophy to Suzuki Program Director Nora Friedman at [javascript protected email address]. Please include “Suzuki [Instrument] Faculty” in the subject line.
We invite you to send a link to one or several 5–20 minute videos of yourself teaching a representative private and/or group class, but this is not a requirement for a first-round interview.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Website: www.bkcm.org

Website: bkcm.org
Phone: 7186223300
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Suzuki Violin/Viola and Cello Faculty

Location: Lakewood, OH
Posting Date: New on Apr 12 2024

Description: Lakewood Suzuki Strings (LSS) is a Suzuki Method program offering violin, viola and cello instruction for children ages 3 and up. LSS is looking for experienced violin, viola, or cello faculty candidates to join this dynamic new program. This is a part-time position with opportunity for growth.

Duties: -Teach private lessons and group classes
-Attend and lead student performances
-Perform in faculty concerts
-Keep track of student attendance and progress
-Attend faculty meetings
-Foster a sense of community, confidence, and inclusion among studio families

Qualifications: -Bachelor of Music degree (required) and Master of Music degree (preferred)
-Registered SAA training through Book 4
-Minimum 3 years Suzuki teaching experience, both group class and private lessons
-Professional performance experience
-Commitment to life-long learning and continued Suzuki education

Salary: -$50/hour teaching salary
-$300 annual professional development reimbursement for continued education
-Additional compensation for faculty performances

LSS faculty members also teach 6-9 weekly lessons with Lakewood City Schools. LCS lessons have a separate teaching rate which LSS does not set.

Contact: Send all materials to [javascript protected email address].
-CV
-Cover letter
-5-10 minute teaching video of a Suzuki lesson (shared via unlisted Youtube link)
-2 references

Website: lakewoodsuzukistrings.com
Phone: 6122508311
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Suzuki Violin Teacher

Location: Wichita Falls, TX
Posting Date: New on Apr 8 2024

Description: The Wichita Falls Youth Symphony Orchestra (YSO) is hiring a Suzuki violin teacher for a community music academy. The academy works in collaboration with area schools to provide K-5 students with private and group lessons during the school day on elementary campuses.

Duties: Full-time, 5 days/wk (28-36 students average, 42 max). Teach private and group lessons weekly in elementary schools. Teachers are expected to collaborate in organizing year-end Academy Concerts and attend recitals/rehearsals and special events related to the academy. School year: August-May

Qualifications: Bachelor of Music degree in Music Education or Violin Performance and
registered Suzuki training. Teaching experience. Clear and responsive communicator. Reliable, punctual, and well organized. Current documentation to legally work in the United States.

Salary: $38,000/school season
Continuing Education assistance and relocation allowance, no benefits.
Optional employment:
*“Artist In Residence” coaching program in WFISD High Schools. (up to 5 hrs/wk at $40/hr)
*Strings coach, YSO weekly rehearsals ($60)
Call for additional employment opportunities

Contact: Please email your resume and call for questions.

Janelle Olson, Executive Director
Wichita Falls Youth Symphony Orchestra

Website: www.wfyouthsymphony.org
Phone: 9402287893
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Violin Artist-Faculty

Location: Omaha, NE
Posting Date: New on Apr 5 2024

Description: Teaching a mixture of String Sprouts, rep/technique classes for beginners, and individual lessons, totaling 20 hrs. per week, either Sun-Thurs or Tues-Sat. We welcome applicants with focus on Suzuki and experience working with young beginners.

Duties: Regularly implementing educational initiatives for studio or classroom; establishing a good rapport with families; teaching classes within the department; managing a studio, including lesson planning, scheduling, and communication; participation in the work of the dept, including faculty meetings.

Qualifications: Candidates should have a BA of Music Education (preferred) or Music Performance before starting employmentl demonstrated success in related levels of teaching; two years of teaching experience; class teaching experience; strong record of working collaboratively; class teaching experience.

Salary: The salary range for this role is $38,000—$55,000 per year based on experience and qualifications.

Contact: [javascript protected email address]

Website: omahacm.org
Phone: 402-932-4978
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Piano Artist-Faculty

Location: Omaha, NE
Posting Date: New on Apr 3 2024

Description: Teach a mixture of group classes for beginners and individual lessons, totaling 20 hrs. per week, and work Sun—Thurs. In addition, assigned collaborative piano duties to support student recitals and performance opportunities. We welcome applicants with focus on Suzuki and teaching young beginners

Duties: Regularly implementing educational initiatives for studio or classroom; establishing a good rapport with families; teaching classes within the department; managing a studio, including lesson planning, scheduling, and communication; participation in the work of the dept, including faculty meetings

Qualifications: Minumum: bachelor’s degree in piano performance, music education, or piano pedagogy before starting employment; demonstrated success in piano lessons and classes in multiple levels; two years of teaching experience; class teaching, collaborative piano experience; strong collaborative work

Salary: The salary range for this role is $38,000—$55,000 per year based on experience and qualifications.

Contact: [javascript protected email address]

Website: omahacm.org
Phone: 402-932-4978
Email: [javascript protected email address]

cello: part time, groups and private lessons

Location: Guelph, ON, Canada
Posting Date: New on Apr 2 2024

Description: Founded in 1972, the Suzuki String School of Guelph currently has ~160 violin, viola and cello students of all levels being taught by 4 full-time and 3 part-time faculty members. The faculty are employees of the School, and receive training stipends. The School is a non-profit registered charity.

Duties: To teach Suzuki group classes and private lessons to cellists from beginner level to Suzuki book 4 repertoire. Teaching will include approximately 2 hours of weekly group lessons (17 wks, Saturdays), as well as private lessons, 5-8 hours (36 wks). Recitals, full school concerts, faculty meetings etc

Qualifications: Qualifications for the position include:
A Bachelor of Music degree (or equivalent).
Related work experience.
A minimum proficiency in cello of Suzuki Book 10.
Suzuki training (up to Book 4) and experience is required.
more info: https://www.suzukistringschoolguelph.ca/job-postings

Salary: $66.50/hr (CDN), teacher training stipend
There is no guarantee of incoming students for ongoing part-time teaching

Contact: HOW TO APPLY: If you feel that you would be a good fit for this position, please send a personalised cover letter, resume and two references to Carmen Evans, Artistic Director of the Suzuki String School of Guelph ([javascript protected email address] or [javascript protected email address]).

CLOSING DATE: April 26, 2024

Website: www.suzukistringschoolguelph.ca
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Piano Teacher

Location: Lone Tree, CO
Posting Date: New on Apr 1 2024

Description: We are looking for dedicated piano teacher for students of all ages. Teachers with experience teaching and performing is preferred

Duties: Teaching individual lessons, giving theory assignments, and keeping their individual calendar up to date.

Qualifications: BA in music, specializing in piano

Salary: Teachers are paid on an increasing percentage of the student’s tuition. Capping at 75%

Contact: Please send an email or call if interested

Website: a-musician-is.com
Phone: 7208407760
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Suzuki Piano Teacher

Location: Iowa City, IA
Posting Date: New on Apr 1 2024

Description: Preucil School of Music, founded in 1975, is a nonprofit community music school known internationally for excellence in music education. The Suzuki philosophy is the basis for the curriculum which includes lessons, group classes, chamber music, orchestra, theory, preschool and Music Together.

Duties: 37-week term with optional 7-week summer term. Full-time or part-time. If FT, 18 hrs./wk. guaranteed for first year. Weekly private lessons and potential group classes. Opportunity to coach chamber music. Attend school activities, recitals, dept. meetings and complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications: B.M. in Piano Performance, Collaborative Piano or Music Education. Registered Suzuki training through Book 3 is preferred, with agreement to further training. Team player and good communication required. A teaching/performance video will be requested after initial resume is reviewed.

Salary: Commensurate with experience, education, training and location. Benefit information upon request.

Contact: Please send cover letter and resume to:

Sonja Zeithamel (Director)
Preucil School of Music
524 North Johnson Street
Iowa City, IA 52245

Website: www.preucil.org
Phone: 319-337-4156
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Fellowship in Teaching Artistry

Location: Milwaukee, WI
Posting Date: New on Apr 1 2024

Description: Intended for early-career Black and Latine artists in classical music, fellows commit to working for a period of one year at WCM, with an option for renewal in the second year. The aims of this Fellowship in Teaching Artistry are to provide high-impact opportunities to teach.

Duties: Teach three to four days per week (a total of 12-15 hours) of on-site instruction at Community Partnership sites. Observe a mentor, co-teach, and eventually teach lessons (5-8 hours). The remaining 20 hours/week are reserved for personal, artistic, and professional growth.

Qualifications: U.S. Residency or have a valid US visa for the duration of the Fellowship
Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Music.
Willingness to relocate to Milwaukee, WI for the duration of the Fellowship
Reliable transportation.
Preference will be given to candidates with Suzuki training.

Salary: $41,000/year

Contact: Dr. John Bragle, Education Department, Wisconsin Conservatory of Music

Website: www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=176778&
Phone: 4142765760
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Suzuki Cello Faculty, Ithaca Talent Education

Location: Ithaca, NY
Posting Date: New on Apr 1 2024

Description: Ithaca Talent Education is a historic Suzuki school that has modeled excellence and commitment to Suzuki education for over 50 years. We offer violin, viola, and cello lessons with 9 unique faculty members who meet regularly to exchange ideas and deepen their skills together.

Duties: •Uphold the philosophy and pedagogical insights of the Suzuki approach
•Teach weekly individual & group lessons, 36 weeks/academic year plus flexible summer schedule
•Foster a positive studio environment and help create connections within the school community
•Commit to ongoing growth

Qualifications: •Minimum B.M. in either Performance or Music Education on primary instrument
•Registered Suzuki training through at least Book 5, more preferred
•Minimum 2 years professional teaching experience
•Strong performance skills
•Commitment to continued growth as teacher and musician

Salary: $55/hour (increase planned for fall 2025)

Contact: Sarah Cummings or Drake

Website: www.ithacatalenteducation.com
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Suzuki violin teacher

Location: Morris Plains, NJ
Posting Date: New on Apr 1 2024

Description: Seeking private instructor for in-home lessons in Morris County, NJ.
Join the studio community for group classes, recitals and play-ins.
Professional development and ongoing instructional feedback offered.

Duties: Plan and deliver instruction in the Suzuki violin method to people’s homes, as well as teaching group class at least 1x per month and participating in recitals, workshops and summer camp. Provide ongoing instructional assessment of students. Assist in planning for group classes and recitals.

Qualifications: Suzuki Book One registration (or immediate plans)
5 years violin performance
2 years teaching experience
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge/experience of childhood development a plus
Must have valid DL / able to drive.

Salary: Starting at $20-24/hr, one 4-hr day a week, and expanding commensurate with experience and demonstrated ability, up to $52/hr. Position will start after a 6-week (paid) training period.

Contact: Edward Obermueller

Website: www.edwardsviolinstudio.com
Phone: 2012745782
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Director, Community School of the Arts, Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL

Location: Wheaton, IL
Posting Date: New on Feb 20 2024

Description: Wheaton College (Illinois) seeks an accomplished administrator to serve as the director of the Community School of the Arts (CSA). This part-time position (20hrs/wk, 11 months/yr) reports to the Dean of the Division of Arts and Communication. Programing include Suzuki, Prep, Early Childhood.

Duties: The Director is responsible for CSA recruitment, retention, finance, faculty evaluation, supervision and planning.

Qualifications: Experience in arts administration, a master’s degree and strong interpersonal skills. Music teaching experience preferred.

Salary: Commensurate with education and experience.

Contact: [javascript protected email address]

Website: csa.wheaton.edu
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Suzuki Piano Teacher

Location: Madison Heights, MI
Posting Date: New on Feb 15 2024

Description: Suzuki Music Academy of Michigan is located in the Detroit Metropolitan area. We are continuing the community music school founded in 1991 by its current Executive Director, Mark Mutter. SMA is the premier center for instrumental music education in the Metro-Detroit area.

Duties: The piano teacher will work with our present teacher to build a cohesive piano program based on the philosophy and pedagogical insights of the Suzuki method. The teacher would build a studio (15 student wait list) and would teach group class. Collaborative piano would be are part of the job as well.

Qualifications: Minimum of a B.M. in either Piano Performance, Collaborative Piano or Music Education. Suzuki Method training through Book 3 is preferred.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Contact: Mark Mutter at [javascript protected email address]

Website: www.smaofmichigan.org
Phone: 2485617227
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Suzuki Strings Teacher

Location: Hamilton, BM
Posting Date: New on Feb 12 2024

Description: The Bermuda School of Music, Bermuda charity #483, has been providing music education to the Island since 1978. It is our aim to achieve musical excellence for all by providing individual and community music programmes for students of all ages and in areas of need.

Duties: Teach individual and group lessons to students, 29/hours per week. Hold studio and group recitals. Provide student progress reports. Perform in faculty concerts and at community events.

Qualifications: Degree in Music (violin), 5 years post graduate teaching experience.
- Book 4 Suzuki Teacher Training Certification, Comprehensive Suzuki Audition, and teaching videos.
- Experience with group classes, chamber music & orchestral conducting with all ages.
- Ability to teach advanced students ABRS

Salary: Starting Salary Range—$50,000 – $53, 000 dependent on qualifications and experience, Comprehensive Insurance Policy, Continuing Education assistance and relocation allowance.

Contact: Please send a Cover Letter and CV to Mr. Kent Hayward, Executive Director, The Bermuda School of Music, Suite 436, 48 Par-la-Ville Road, Hamilton HM11 Tel: 296-5100 Fax: 292-0686 e-mail: [javascript protected email address] website: www.musicschool.bm

Website: www.musicschool.bm
Phone: 4417040051
Fax: 441-292-0686
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Suzuki Piano Teacher

Location: Nashville, TN
Posting Date: New on Feb 12 2024

Description: Eckert Suzuki Music is a studio in Nashville offering piano, violin, flute, and voice. We currently consist of 5 teachers and serve around 75 families in our program. We are well known in the area and have a reputation for quality Suzuki instruction.

Duties: Teach private piano students, work closely with families, teach Music Mind Games group classes (optional).

Qualifications: Music education or performance degree(s) and some Suzuki training (or planned training).

Salary: Please contact for details; commensurate with experience.

Contact: please visit our website at www.eckertmusic.com and contact Elizabeth at [javascript protected email address]

Website: www.eckertmusic.com
Phone: 6157143014
Email: [javascript protected email address]

Suzuki Violin/Viola and Cello Teacher

Location: Austin, TX
Posting Date: New on Feb 12 2024

Description: Songbird Rising Suzuki School est. 2009 teaches students from 3.5 yrs—high school. We offer private & group lessons, theory classes, community performances, Songbird Strings performance group, book recitals, solo recitals, school winter concert, summer camps, and International performance tour

Duties: Teach private and group lessons. Attend school events and concerts. Attend semimonthly staff meetings. Be available and responsive to routine communications. There may be the option to teach additional classes and summer camps.

Qualifications: Bachelor or Master of Music in Performance or Music Education. Suzuki training (through Bk. 4+ desirable). Teaching experience. Clear and responsive communicator. Reliable and punctual. Well organized. Current documentation to legally work in the United States

Salary: $57 per hour—Private Lessons & Events
$65 per hour—group class

Contact: Laura Poyzer—Director of Songbird Rising Suzuki School
Asha Poyzer—Assistant Director of Director of Songbird Rising Suzuki School

instagram @songbirdrisingsuzukischool

Website: songbirdrising.com
Phone: 5127510541
Email: [javascript protected email address]