Private Cello Instructor (Grades 5–12) – Growth & Recital Prep

Polyprep; New York (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan match

Long-term disability

Flexible spending account

Pre-tax commute benefit

Free lunch

Job summary

Poly Prep seeks a Cello Teacher to provide individualized private cello instruction to students in Grades 5–12. Lessons are 40 minutes, scheduled by mutual agreement with students and families.

The ideal candidate fosters technical growth, musical development, confidence, and a lifelong love of music. The role involves preparing students for the annual spring recital and NYSSMA evaluations, tailoring repertoire to each learner, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred.
• 2–3 years of cello teaching experience with students in Grades 5–12 is expected.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized, 40-minute private cello lessons to enrolled students.
• Teach foundational and advanced cello skills, including technique, posture, bowing, fingering, intonation, rhythm, and expression.
• Select and teach repertoire based on each student's level, goals, and interests.
• Prepare students for the school's annual spring recital and NYSSMA evaluations as appropriate.
• Encourage consistent practice habits and develop independent musicianship.
• Maintain a positive, professional, inclusive learning environment.
• Maintain attendance and student records; communicate progress to families.

Skills

Cello performance

Cello technique

Teaching pedagogy

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music Education, Music Performance, or a related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Poly Prep seeks a Cello Teacher to provide individualized private cello instruction to students in Grades 5–12. Lessons are 40 minutes, scheduled by mutual agreement with students and families.

The ideal candidate fosters technical growth, musical development, confidence, and a lifelong love of music. The role involves preparing students for the annual spring recital and NYSSMA evaluations, tailoring repertoire to each learner, and maintaining accurate records.