About the role
PIANO PRIVATE LESSON TEACHER, After School Music Program
Beginning September 2026
ABOUT US: Kingsley Montessori School is a toddler through sixth grade independent school of 300 students in Boston’s historic Back Bay. Our mission is to engage the mind, hands, and heart of each child to nurture resilient explorers, confident learners, and empathetic citizens. A diverse, equitable, and inclusive community is integral to fulfilling our mission. Kingsley Montessori School strives to be a place where each person feels a sense of belonging and respect, recognizes and appreciates the richness that is added to our community through diversity, and is empowered to take action against injustices. We actively create such a community through our programming, our professional development, and our hiring, admissions, and governance practices. Kingsley’s high standards of professionalism are maintained through supportive and ongoing supervision and evaluation, development, and growth.
DESCRIPTION:
Kingsley is looking for a PRIVATE LESSON PIANO TEACHER, After School Music Program for beginning & intermediate students Grades P4-6 (ages 4-12). (Please note that experience working with and teaching very young students is required for this position.)
We seek teachers with a holistic approach to education that emphasizes the importance of thorough approach to teaching sight reading, music theory, composition, ear training, aural analysis, and best practices when working with young students. Students will be encouraged to perform in recitals that take place throughout the year and will learn to take ownership of their own practice regimen, as well as develop a vocabulary for guided self-critique.
Hours vary between 3-6PM Monday-Friday based upon enrollment and teacher availability. Lesson teachers will give one-on-one weekly lessons to each of their scheduled students.
Qualifications:
■ Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Music degree
■ Experience with a variety of instructional methods and multi-age learning environments ■ Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum design and development
■ Commitment to meeting the needs of each student
■ Commitment to professional growth and best practices in education
TO APPLY, CANDIDATES SHOULD SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
* Cover letter describing your interest in the position including your background and experience * Current resume * Video links that demonstrate your playing (solos only) * Example lesson plans for beginner and intermediate students * A 6- to 8-week trajectory plan for a student's lessons * Teaching demonstration video of a 30-minute one-on-one lesson with a student age 4-12 (NOTE: This video is a required portion of the interview process but does not need to be submitted until later in the process if additional time is needed to prepare this portion.)
Kingsley is committed to equitable compensation for all employees. Salaries for private lesson teachers are $65/hourly.
Kingsley Montessori School values and celebrates diversity because it makes us a better employer, builds a stronger school community, develops a sense of collaboration, and encourages mutual respect and broader thinking. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The School is unable to provide employment visa sponsorship for this position.
Compensation: $65/hour