Violin​/Viola Private Lesson Teacher

VIOLIN/VIOLA PRIVATE LESSON TEACHER, After School Music Program

Beginning September 2026

Kingsley Montessori School is a toddler through sixth grade independent school of 300 students in Boston’s historic Back Bay. Our mission is to engage the mind, hands, and heart of each child to nurture resilient explorers, confident learners, and empathetic citizens. A diverse, equitable, and inclusive community is integral to fulfilling our mission. Kingsley Montessori School strives to be a place where each person feels a sense of belonging and respect, recognizes and appreciates the richness that is added to our community through diversity, and is empowered to take action against injustices.

We actively create such a community through our programming, our professional development, and our hiring, admissions, and governance practices. Kingsley’s high standards of professionalism are maintained through supportive and ongoing supervision and evaluation, development, and growth.

Teach one‑on‑one private lessons to beginning and intermediate students (Grades P4‑6, ages 4‑12) during after‑school hours, typically 3–6 PM Monday‑Friday. Encourage students to perform in school recitals and develop ownership of their practice regimen, as well as a vocabulary for guided self‑critique. Provide a holistic learning experience that includes sight reading, music theory, composition, ear training, and aural analysis.

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Music degree
• Experience with a variety of instructional methods and multi‑age learning environments
• Experience with and teaching very young students (ages 4‑12) is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum design and development
• Commitment to meeting the needs of each student
• Commitment to professional growth and best practices in education

Private lesson teachers are compensated at $65 per hour. Kingsley values equitable compensation for all employees.

Kingsley Montessori School values and celebrates diversity because it makes us a better employer, builds a stronger school community, develops a sense of collaboration, and encourages mutual respect and broader thinking. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy‑related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.