Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

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• Provide high-quality private cello instruction tailored to individual student needs, goals, and learning styles.

• Successfully prepare students for NYSSMA evaluations (Levels 1–6 and All-State), youth orchestra auditions, and conservatory entrance preparation.

• Teach students of all ages (children through adults) and varying skill levels (beginner to highly advanced).

• Structure lessons to emphasize healthy technique, posture, tone production, intonation, and expressive musicianship.

• Communicate constructively and professionally with parents regarding student progress and practice expectations.

• Prepare students for conservatory recitals, festivals, and local competitions.

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Qualifications & Requirements:

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• Education: Master’s Degree or Doctor of Musical Arts (DMA) in Cello Performance or Music Education preferred; equivalent exceptional professional performance pedigree considered.

• Teaching Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of proven studio teaching experience with a track record of high NYSSMA scores and successful student outcomes.

• Performance Experience: Extensive experience as an active solo, chamber, or orchestral performer.

• Pedagogical Knowledge: Thorough, up-to-date familiarity with the NYSSMA cello syllabus, scale rules, and sight-reading requirements. Knowledge of established methods (e.g., Suzuki, Feuillard, Cossmann) is highly valued.

• Soft Skills: Exceptional patience, strong communication skills, reliability, and the ability to inspire a lifelong love of music in students.

• Logistics: Must have legal authorization to work in the US and reliable transportation to our Long Island campus locations.

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Benefits & Studio Features: 

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• Competitive hourly competitive rate based on experience and credentials.

• Administrative handling of billing, scheduling, and student recruitment—allowing you to focus entirely on teaching.

• State-of-the-art studio spaces and a collaborative faculty environment.

• Opportunity to build a consistent, blocked schedule on specific days.

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How to Apply: 

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Please submit your resume/CV, a brief cover letter outlining your teaching philosophy, and any relevant performance or student recording links (optional) to liconservatory@gmail.com with the subject line "Cello Instructor Application - [Your Name]".  You can also directly apply via our website by clicking below.