Positions: Suzuki Piano InstructorLocation: Brooklyn, NYPosition DescriptionThe Brooklyn Conservatory of Music (BKCM) seeks a part-time piano instructor with a growthmindset and eagerness to learn. Join BKCM’s Suzuki team of 29 faculty in our robustprogram.BKCM Suzuki comprises 253 students across seven instruments, and an additional 40students in our Suzuki Early Childhood Education classes and Suzuki Bridges classes.Weekly Schedule:This position is weekly, primarily taking place on Sundays, contingent upon enrollment forthe 2026-2027 academic calendar (September–June). There is also a possibility of Fridays, 3-6pm.For this role, it will be possible to expand the schedule in subsequent school years, as well asto add summer teaching hours, and camp teaching. Leadership positions within the Suzukiprogram and other job growth opportunities may also become available.SalaryThe pay rate in 2025-2026 is $58.25/hour for private lessons, $62.50/hour for group/theoryclasses, and $40/hour for meetings and prep time. We anticipate a raise beginning Sept. 1,2026.About the BKCM Suzuki ProgramBKCM is located in beautiful Park Slope, Brooklyn, where we have a committed communityof supportive and involved Suzuki parents and caregivers.In our Suzuki program, students attend weekly group and theory classes in addition to theirweekly private lessons. Parents of beginners and transfer students attend 15 hours of parentclass during their first year, in addition to attending the first six weeks of classes with theirown full-size instruments before students begin in November. Beginners are typically agesfour to five but can be younger or older. We offer ongoing professional development forfaculty, community-building events, myriad performing opportunities for students per year,opportunities to be involved in chamber and string orchestras, and summer camps.We are a short walk from the subway: B/Q to 7 th Avenue & 2/3 Grand Army Plaza.Expectations and Scope of Work● Teach private lessons and group and theory classes for children ages 3.5 to 18,depending on the schedule assigned.○ Most new teachers will teach pre-twinkle beginners ages 3.5–5 and will alsoteach students who have studied for any length of time in our program.○ Teachers are asked to teach group classes that incorporate music theory(Music Mind Games familiarity is a plus).○ Most of our faculty teach to some degree during July and/or August.● Teach a 15-hour Parents’ Class, including discussion of readings, philosophy andteaching parents to play their child’s instrument● Plan and prepare curricula and materials for classes and lessons.● Prepare students for and attend two recitals and two group class performances perschool year.● Use flexibility and creativity when working with different types of learners.● Attend paid 10+ faculty meetings.● Submit timesheet data every week.● Maintain timely communication with administration, faculty, and families.● Offer reasonable support to families in your studio both in and outside of class time.● Approach teaching as a lifelong learner, committed to self-education about bestpractices and professional growth.● Support colleagues both in and outside of your department and expect support.● Commit to DEI frameworks and self-education, including interest in repertoire outsidethe canon, teaching a plurality of learners, working with all types of families, andelevating fundraising campaigns for financial aid.QualificationsCandidates should have a Bachelor of Music degree or similar, and MUST be an activemember of the SAA, and have at least units 1–4 registered with the SAA. Ideally, thecandidate will have also taken SPA and Practicum or will have plans to do so soon.All candidates must demonstrate a love of teaching children of all ages, fine attention totechnical and musical detail in their teaching approach, and a warmth and understanding ofall children and families. Additional qualifications include excellent communication skills anda desire to work in a tight-knit community of colleagues where pedagogical discourse andconstructive feedback are shared freely and amicably for the betterment of all. Experiencewith, or an interest in teaching music theory, including the Music Mind Games curriculum, isa plus.How to ApplyTo apply, email a letter of interest, a current resume, and a writing sample that addressesyour teaching philosophy to Suzuki Program Director Nora Friedman at hiring@bkcm.org.Please include “Suzuki Piano Faculty” in the subject line.Media submissions: We encourage you to send a link to one or several 5–20 minute videos ofyourself teaching a representative private and/or group class, but this is not a requirementfor a first-round interview.Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.Website: www.bkcm.orgAbout the Brooklyn Conservatory of MusicFounded in 1897 as a formal music conservatory serving 200 students, the BrooklynConservatory of Music now serves more than 15,000 individuals annually and collaborateswith more than 50 organizations including schools, youth, social service, and senior centers,as well as other arts and culture organizations and city agencies, to provide music instruction,music therapy, and performances in Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and Manhattan.Mission: The Brooklyn Conservatory of Music: transforming lives and building communitythrough the expressive, educational, and therapeutic powers of music.Core Values: BKCM is committed to providing a nurturing environment that promotes andpersonifies excellence, collaboration, and community for individuals engaged in performingand music study.BKCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate due to age, sex, religion,race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, or anyother factor prohibited by law.
