Cello Instructor

Bank Street College of Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 102,000 - 146,000; Part time

Job summary

Bank Street College of Education is seeking an After School Cello Instructor for the Bank Street School for Children’s program. The position is part-time, with weekly Thursday sessions 3:30–5:30 PM, from February 5, 2026 to June 11, 2026, $90/hour.

Candidates should have experience with 2nd–8th grade students and a commitment to SEL. Under the Auxiliary Programs team, you will design and deliver lessons, differentiate for diverse learners, and communicate with families.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching cello to school-age children.
• Ability to work with 2nd–8th graders and support SEL.
• Willingness to collaborate with a team.

Responsibilities

• Guide cello fundamentals in small groups (2-4 students).
• Provide individualized feedback to help students improve.
• Design and deliver engaging lessons.
• Differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Conduct weekly cello lessons.
• Communicate with families via email.

Skills

Cello instruction

School-age teaching

Youth programming

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION After School Cello Instructor Bank Street School for Children (BSC) - Children's Programs Start Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026 Role: After School Cello Instructor (Part-Time) Schedule: Days: Weekly Thursdays, February 5, 2026 - June 11, 2026, adhering to the BSC calendar Session: 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM (will vary based on how many students enrolled) Pay Rates:: $90 per hour

Job Summary

Bank Street School for Children (BSC) is seeking an After School Cello Instructor. We are looking fora dynamic individual who embodies our values of integrity and youth development. Under thesupervision of the Auxiliary Programs team, the Cello instructor will conduct a weekly class. The idealcandidate will have experience with 2nd - 8th-grade students and an understanding of social andemotional learning.

Responsibilities

• Guide students in Cello fundamentals in small groups of 2-4 students.
• Provide individualized feedback to help students improve their skills.
• Design and deliver engaging lessons.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
• Conduct music lessons once a week.
• Communicate with families as needed via email.
• Build relationships with students, faculty, and family members.
• Enforce BSC principles and values of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Be an effective communicator who can guide students.
• Model professional leadership and encourage positive behavior by adhering to BSC rules andregulations.
• Implement appropriate safety measures to ensure the well-being of students.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Experience teaching Cello with school-age children.
• Preferred experience in youth music programming.
• Willingness to collaborate as part of a team and develop skills in working with individualchildren and small groups.

ABOUT US

Bank Street is a leader in education, a pioneer in improving the quality of classroom practice, and a national advocate for children and their families. Since its beginnings in 1916, Bank Street has been at the forefront of understanding how children learn and grow. From early childhood centers and schools to hospitals and museums, Bank Street has built a national reputation on the simple fact that our graduates know how to do the work that is right for children.

At Bank Street's Graduate School of Education, students are trained in a model that combines the study of human development, learning theory, and sustained clinical placement to promote significant development as a teacher prior to graduation. Our children's programs-Bank Street School for Children, Family Center, Bank Street Head Start, and Liberty LEADS-foster children's development in the broadest sense by providing diverse opportunities for social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth.

The Bank Street Education Center disrupts inequity through system-level change to help design better educational experiences for both children and adults. The College further supports and influences positive outcomes for children every day through professional development programs, research projects, and other key efforts engaging educators, intermediary organizations, and government officials at the district, state, and federal levels.