Part-Time Piano Faculty

Position: Part-Time Piano Faculty

Campus Location: Towson, Maryland and Downtown Baltimore

Reports to: Piano Department Chair

Classification: Part-Time (10-17 hours of teaching per week)

The Peabody Preparatory is pleased to announce a part-time Piano Faculty position in the Piano Department at the Peabody Preparatory, with an anticipated start date of January 2025. The successful candidate will join a highly skilled and dedicated piano faculty as part of a vibrant and active department committed to helping students of all levels achieve their potential. We embrace the novice musician as well as the serious student aspiring toward a career in music.

Ideal candidates should be experienced in teaching students of all ages and levels (beginner to advanced) as part of the Peabody Preparatory's Piano Department. Candidates should be comfortable teaching private piano lessons and small group classes as well as adult learners. Additional opportunities to develop classes and workshops according to candidate experience and interest may be available. Special consideration will be given to applicants with group class teaching experience and interest.

We are actively seeking instructors for our Towson Campus, located at 949 Dulaney Valley Road, Towson, MD 21204, and our Downtown Campus, located at 1 E. Mount Vernon Place, Baltimore, MD, 21202. Teachers set their own teaching schedules (subject to space availability), but after-school and/or Saturday hours will be required to meet student needs. The potential exists for this position to grow into a full-time appointment depending on candidate qualifications and departmental need.

Duties

• Teach private piano lessons to students aged 5 years and older, including adults, at all skill levels ranging from beginner to advanced levels during the fall and spring semesters (32 weeks).

• Additional teaching opportunities are available during the summer (6-8 weeks).

• Participate in and assist with end-of-semester performances.

• Attend occasional faculty meetings.

• Other appropriate assignments by agreement (e.g., group piano, summer programs).

• Opportunities may be available for candidate to develop classes and workshops according to their experience and interest.

ABOUT US

Established in 1894, the Peabody Preparatory boasts a rich history of nurturing musical talent. With approximately 2,500 students passing through its doors every week, the school is Maryland's premier community school for music and dance.

The Peabody Preparatory welcomes students of all ages and levels of ability, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can discover and develop their musical potential. Offerings range from early childhood classes that spark a lifelong love of music and dance, to programs designed for adults and professional dancers and musicians seeking to hone their skills.

Located in downtown Baltimore and sharing space with the renowned Peabody Conservatory, the Preparatory also extends its reach through four satellite campuses in the communities of Towson, Annapolis, Frederick, and Howard County, MD.

• Master's degree in piano performance and/or pedagogy is required.

• Doctorate degree or equivalent experience and training is highly preferred.

• Documented successful teaching experience required.

• Documented successful performing experience encouraged.

Applications received before November 15, 2024 will be given preference, but the position will remain open until filled.

Please include

• Cover letter including a brief summary of teaching philosophy

• Resumé

• Link to 2-3 performance recordings

• Link to teaching video (optional). NB: Candidates will be expected to teach a provided student during their interview.

  • Interviews anticipated to be scheduled in early December 2024.

Job Type: Part Time Johns Hopkins University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members. Consistent with the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will assess the comprehensive qualifications of each applicant.