Suzuki Piano & Cello Teacher - Lead Studio & Recitals

WSM is a thriving school with a local reputation for excellence, in a town that values music education, and with no other full Suzuki program nearby. We currently serve about 250 families, and enrollment continues to grow. – We seek the following to replace faculty moving out of state:
1) an experienced Suzuki piano teacher to take over studio of 20+ hours/30 students, Suzuki and traditional, currently M-F;
2) an experienced Suzuki cello teacher for about 5 hours/10 students, Suzuki and traditional.

Teach private lessons and possible group classes (depending on availability). Prepare students for recitals.

• Work with both Suzuki and traditional students.
• Possibility of advanced students, chamber music coaching.
• School year (Sept – mid-June): 37 lessons; summer: any week(s) per teacher & student preference.
• For hours, see description section above.
• Start summer or fall 2026 (possibly sooner with some students).

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Music Performance or Music Education.

• Piano:
  Suzuki registered through Book 3 minimum (higher preferred).
• Cello:
  Suzuki registered through Book 2 minimum (higher preferred).
• 8
  -10 years professional teaching experience.
• Enthusiasm, sense of humor, “on the spot” creativity.
• Strong performance skills and credits.
• Commitment to continued growth as both teacher and musician.
• Willingness to be part of a team working together to build a strong program.
• Ability to teach second instrument a bonus.

Current hourly rate, 2025-26 school year (rates for next year will be set in July):
Private lessons $60.50, chamber music $66, group classes $72.

• Recitals and events also paid.
• We also reimburse 50% for further Suzuki training.
• Attendance/makeup policies emphasize respect for teachers’ time and professionalism, and are firmly upheld.

Please send the following to our Director, Penny Wayne-Shapiro, at  your resume, and a cover letter detailing your teaching philosophy (not written by AI).

• Qualified applicants will be invited to interview, followed by request for references and teaching sample videos.
• No phone inquiries, please.