Collaborative Pianist
About The Position
Phillips Academy seeks a Collaborative Pianist to begin in September of 2026 this is .5 FTE position. Strong candidates will be experienced teaching and collaborative musicians who enjoy supporting young musicians with a wide range of skill levels. The Collaborative Pianist will accompany the Phillips Academy Chorus for twice-weekly rehearsals, coordinate and accompany multiple student recitals throughout the year, and accompany 10-15 senior recitals during Spring Term. They will also support students as they prepare recordings and portfolios for college applications, teach private lessons and may coach small chamber groups. They can expect additional duties around campus, such as reviewing admissions submissions. The candidate will have the opportunity to join a vibrant and active Music Department, including working closely with the Director of Music Technology in Falls Music Center’s state-of-the-art recording studio, and the Choral Director in supporting the well-established 70-member Chorus. The Phillips Academy community is defined by our motto, non sibi, which means “not for self.” With this guiding principle, students engage in outstanding academic, student life and co-curricular programs. The Phillips Academy Constitution charges the faculty to teach “youth from every quarter” to aspire equally to knowledge and goodness. The ideal candidate supports this commitment. In your cover letter, please address directly your experience and interest in working in such a school community. Phillips Academy is committed to equal employment opportunity and solicits applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, disability (with or without a reasonable accommodation), genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Any offers of employment will be contingent upon successful CORI/SORI and fingerprinting background checks as well as unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.
Requirements
- excellent sight-reading skills
- advanced keyboard skills
- comfort working with singers and choirs
- evening and weekend hours are required
Nice To Haves
- Graduate degree plus a minimum of three years teaching experience preferred
Responsibilities
- accompany the Phillips Academy Chorus for twice-weekly rehearsals
- coordinate and accompany multiple student recitals throughout the year
- accompany 10-15 senior recitals during Spring Term
- support students as they prepare recordings and portfolios for college applications
- teach private lessons
- coach small chamber groups
- reviewing admissions submissions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
