Private Strings Instructor for Young Musicians

Pike School; Andover, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Pike School in Andover, MA is seeking a Private Music Instructor - Strings for a 10-month contract starting September 2, 2026. Classes run Monday through Friday with morning and late afternoon hours.

This on-site role reports to the Director of Auxiliary Programs and supports the school's private lesson program for Grades 2–8. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in music with a string concentration and 3–5 years of private studio teaching experience, plus evidence of working well

Qualifications

• Documented proven experience working with school age children.
• Familiarity with a range of genres on their instruments (classical, pop, fiddle, etc).
• 2 - 3 letters of recommendations from current or former private students
• 3 - 5 years experience teaching and managing a private studio
• Bachelor’s degree in music performance or education with a string concentration (violin, viola, cello, bass)

Responsibilities

• Schedule and provide private music lessons on string instruments (violin, viola, cello, and/or bass) to students in Grades 2 - 8
• Coordinate with the Visual & Performing Arts Department Chair and the Director of Auxiliary Services to schedule lessons
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with students and families

Skills

Teaching

Student relations

Schedule coordination

Private studio management

Music theory basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music performance or education with a string concentration

Job description

Pike School in Andover, MA is seeking a Private Music Instructor - Strings for a 10-month contract starting September 2, 2026. Classes run Monday through Friday with morning and late afternoon hours.

This on-site role reports to the Director of Auxiliary Programs and supports the school's private lesson program for Grades 2–8. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in music with a string concentration and 3–5 years of private studio teaching experience, plus evidence of working well