Staff Pianist, Senior Student Assistant Specialist

The New School; United States; On-site; USD 13,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Mannes School of Music at The New School seeks a Staff Pianist, Senior Student Assistant Specialist to accompany students in lessons and performances on campus. This in-person role supports collaborative music making within the College of Performing Arts.

Open to student applicants and reporting to the Performance and Ensemble Manager, the position offers about 10 hours per week, with flexibility up to 20 hours. Pay is $25/hour.

Qualifications

• Current Mannes BM, MM, or PDPL student enrolled.
• Experience in collaborative piano and accompanying lessons.
• Knowledge of art songs, lieder, sonatas, concertos repertoire.

Responsibilities

• Accompany students in private lessons, masterclasses, juries, and other performances.
• Learn assigned music prior to collaborating with fellow students.
• Maintain professionalism with students, faculty, staff, and audience members.
• Adhere to departmental guidelines regarding reporting hours and payroll deadlines.

Skills

Collaborative piano

Private lesson accompaniment

Vocal/instrumental repertoire

Education

Mannes BM/ MM/ PDPL student

Job description

Join The New School. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of NewYorkCity, it is home to more than 9,000 students from over 100 countries and offers more than 135 degree and diploma programs, including the Mannes School of Music.

Overview

The Mannes School of Music at the College of Performing Arts seeks highly motivated students to serve as Staff Pianist, Senior Student Assistant Specialist. This position reports to the Performance and Ensemble Manager and is open to student applicants with or without Federal Work Study awards.

Core Capabilities, Primary Duties, and Responsibilities

• Accompany instrumental and/or vocal students in private lessons, masterclasses, juries, classes, and other performance experiences.
• Learn assigned music prior to collaborating with fellow students (e.g., correct tempi, dynamics, etc.).
• Exhibit professionalism in all interactions with students, faculty, staff, and audience members.
• Respond to inquiries from students, faculty, and staff in a timely manner regarding private lessons, masterclasses, and/or other performance experiences.
• Adhere to departmental guidelines regarding reporting hours, payroll deadlines, and other items.

Qualifications

• Current student in the Mannes BM, MM, or PDPL degree programs.
• Prior coursework in collaborative skills, and/or equivalent experience.
• Extensive knowledge of collaborative piano performance practice with art songs, lieder, sonatas, concerti, and/or other vocal and instrumental solo repertoire.

Work Mode

This position is primarily in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement.

Salary

Hourly Rate: $25.00 per hour. Hours per week: Approximately 10 hours per week, or as needed, not to exceed 20 hours in a single work week.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The New School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.