Instrumental Music Teacher, Part-Time

Mhs PA; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Milton Hershey School (MHS) in Hershey, Pennsylvania, is looking for a part-time Instrumental Music Teacher. This 10-month position involves up to 29 hours per week and supports the school's instrumental music program. Responsibilities include teaching individual lessons, assisting with rehearsals, and promoting leadership among students.

Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in music education and demonstrated skills in teaching band instruments. Experience with diverse populations and collaborative teaching is a plus. MHS is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for students.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in music education is required.
• Must demonstrate skills in teaching various band instruments to school-aged students.
• Experience engaging with lower-income or diverse student populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach individual and small-group instrumental lessons for students in grades 4–12.
• Assist with music instruction and sectional rehearsals.
• Support curriculum development and performance activities.

Skills

Teaching various band instruments

Collaborative teaching

Experience with diverse populations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music education

Job description

Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s best pre‑K through 12th grade private schools, where approximately 2,200 students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost‑free home and a top‑notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey in 1909, the school is fully endowed today, with the resources to ensure students can thrive. The school has prepared over 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students for future generations.

MHS is seeking a part‑time Instrumental Music Teacher. This is a 10‑month position (August through June), up to 29 hours per week, including before, during, and after school, along with some weekends. This role will support the band directors and provide comprehensive instructional, logistical, and organizational support for the school’s instrumental music program across the elementary, middle, and senior divisions, including marching band, concert band, indoor ensembles, event ensembles, and related performance activities.

Key responsibilities include teaching individual and small‑group instrumental lessons for students in grades 4–12; assisting with music instruction, sectional rehearsals, full ensemble rehearsals, and assessing student progress. The Instrumental Music Teacher supports curriculum development and practice programs, reinforces proper instrument care and performance skills, and promotes leadership and team building. MHS teachers are represented by the Milton Hershey School Education Association (MHEA).

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in music education required. Music teacher certification is preferred.
• Demonstrated skills in successfully teaching school aged students to play a variety of band instruments.
• Marching band experience a plus.
• Experience preparing students for performances and competitions preferred.
• Co‑teaching, collaborative teaching and/or curriculum integration experience a plus.
• Experience working with lower‑income and/or diverse student populations a plus.
• Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity as all MHS staff are considered role models for MHS students.
• Candidates must be willing to actively engage with students beyond the scope of their job responsibilities

Milton Hershey School does not discriminate against applicants or employees, in hiring, promotion or any terms or conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion or religious creed, veteran status, disability or use of a guide or support animal because of the blindness, deafness or physical handicap of the user or because the user is a handler or trainer of support or guide animals, or any other status protected under applicable federal or Pennsylvania law.

Milton Hershey School will not tolerate any form of harassment or discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, sex, age, religion or religious creed, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected under applicable federal or Pennsylvania law (collectively “Protected Characteristics”), against any applicant for admission, enrolled student, or any other individual(s) who participate(s) in the programs, services, and activities of the School. Read important MHS policies on equal opportunity and diversity, equal employment opportunity, and more.