Description

Salary: Starting at $40/hr for private lessons, $50/hr for group classes

Status: Part Time

The Peabody Preparatory is pleased to announce an adjunct Cello teaching position in the Strings Department at the Peabody Preparatory, a division of the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD.

The successful candidate will teach in the Young People's String Program (YPSP), Tuned-In Program, and String Department at the Peabody Preparatory.

The successful candidate is required to have a bachelor's degree, a master's degree or equivalent experience is strongly preferred. They must love and have experience teaching young children, as well as have completed violin/viola pedagogy classes/workshops and developed a particular interest in string pedagogy. Experience teaching Suzuki repertoire, and comfort in teaching repertoire outside of and beyond Suzuki books, is preferred. Awareness of the broad mission of the Preparatory, and of the Tuned-In program is required.

Duties:

Teach cello in the Young People's String Program for beginners through Suzuki Book 7 and students through advanced levels in the String Department. Specific duties include teaching one weekday afternoon/evening at one of the Peabody Preparatory' s branches and on Saturdays at the main campus in downtown Baltimore, attending school and department faculty meetings, and aiding in the evolution of a creative department. Based on enrollment and departmental needs, there may be the possibility of teaching string class(es) for the Tuned-In program's Misbin Ensemble and the Young People's String Program.  Training and mentoring on the curriculum of the Young People's String Program and Tuned-In program will be tailored to the candidate's experience.

Anticipated State Date: September 2025

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, and Howard County, MD.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required, master's degree or equivalent experience strongly preferred.
• Must love and have experience teaching young children as well as have completed violin/viola pedagogy classes/workshops and developed a particular interest in string pedagogy.
• Experience teaching Suzuki repertoire, and comfort in teaching repertoire outside of and beyond Suzuki books preferred.
• Awareness of the broad mission of the Preparatory, and of the Tuned-In program required.

Application Instructions

Applications received before August 31, 2025 will be given preference, but the position will remain open until filled.

Application submission instructions

-       Cover letter

-       CV/Resume

-       Contract information for three (3) references

PRIORITY DEADLINE: August 31, 2025