MusiConnects – Resident Musician, Cello
Overview
Responsibilities
● Rehearse and perform chamber music (10-15 concerts/year)
● Teach approximately 12 cello students (6 hours/week)
● Actively participate in 4-5 student performances
● Attend regular staff meetings (bi-weekly)
● Participate in related administrative and planning activities (as assigned)
Schedule: Part-time weekly responsibilities, closely following the academic year at an average of 10 hours/week. Attendance required at occasional evening and weekend events. Access to your own vehicle is highly desirable, as not all locations are easily accessible by public transportation.
Salary: $8,000-$10,000, depending on total hours, and does not include benefits. There is an opportunity to earn additional compensation with private teaching in our Roslindale studio.
● Excellent interpersonal skills and comfort working in a collaborative environment
● Self-motivated, well organized and energetic
● Ability to communicate and connect with diverse constituencies, including children and families with different cultural traditions and expectations
● Enthusiasm for community-based work
● Commitment to participating in building community through innovative and non-traditional approaches to music performance and education
● Passion for working with children, especially beginning students
● Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred) in performance, education or equivalent work experience
1. a personal statement that addresses why you are a good fit for this organization with its specific mission
2. a link to audio and/or video of a representative live performance.