Walnut Hill School for the Arts seeks a part-time faculty member to join the Music Department to teach two sections of Theory 2 and two sections of Ear Training for the 2025-2026 academic year starting in late-August 2025. This is a part-time, 10-month position reporting to the Director of Music. 

The Walnut Hill Music Department educates dedicated young musicians in a creative community that believes in the power of music as a force for good in the world. Our unique partnership with the New England Conservatory engages our students in a comprehensive music curriculum delivered at both schools. We value artistic excellence and prepare our graduates to thrive in a conservatory, university, or college setting. The five programs of the Music Department include Orchestral Instruments, Piano, Voice, Composition, and Jazz and Contemporary Musical Arts.

Compensation: $17,000.00 

Responsibilities:

Teaching & Department Duties

• Teach two sections of Theory 2. Each section meets for 50 minutes twice per week;
• Teach two sections of Ear Training. Each section meets for 50 minutes once per week;
• Class syllabus will be provided;
• Foster a student-centered learning environment;
• Utilize technology and other educational tools to support student learning; and
• Be prepared to teach both in person in the classroom and online if needed.

Collaboration & Community Engagement

• Participate in the School’s restorative practices; actively learn about and practice anti-racist work;
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across all departments to foster a positive working and educational environment that supports the School’s mission, vision, and core values
• Attend and participate in training and orientation programs, mandatory seminars, team-building exercises, and safety training; and
• Display willingness and ability to grow, learn, explore new approaches, and practice self-reflection.

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Theory or Music Composition preferred; Master’s degree recommended;

• Comfort with technology and willingness to adopt new technologies as needed; strong computer skills and proficiency in Google Workspace required;

• Innovative teaching practices and a focus on student-centered learning;

• Strong collaboration and team-oriented working and leadership skills;

• Cultural competence in working with diverse populations; 

• Commitment to working in and fostering an inclusive community and practicing anti-racist work;

• Share an educational and artistic vision that aligns with the core principles of Walnut Hill; and

• Ability to balance a pursuit of academic, artistic, and institutional excellence with compassion for each individual.

About us:

Walnut Hill School for the Arts, located in Natick, Massachusetts and 20 minutes from Boston, is an independent boarding and day high school offering a transformational educational experience designed for student artists in grades 9 through post-graduate. Walnut Hill combines a comprehensive college-preparatory academic curriculum with intensive, pre-professional artistic training in theater, dance, music, visual art, and writing, film & media arts. Walnut Hill is committed to creating and enhancing an inclusive environment, and welcoming and celebrating a wide range of cultural, artistic, and educational backgrounds that compliments and supports our diverse community. 

Commitment to the school’s Core Values, of Community, Growth, Excellence, Creativity, and Respect are imperative to the success of all Walnut Hill faculty, staff, and administration members. All Walnut Hill faculty/staff are active and engaged members of the school community who are committed to collaborating and growing in their field, participating in school events, supporting students in their arts, supporting other faculty/staff members, and who have the ability to self-reflect on their own practice. 

Physical Demands

Physical demands include dexterity for tools, equipment, and office machine and supply operation including but not limited to writing, typing, using electronic devices, computer, phone, calculator, copy/fax machine, and printers. Stooping, bending, traveling to/from locations on campus, ascending/descending stairs, reaching, and sitting or standing for extended periods of time are common. ability to verbally explain and physically demonstrate the appropriate artistic discipline required. 

To Apply: Submit resume and cover letter through the Walnut Hill School for the Arts online Career Center.  

Note: All offers of employment are contingent upon enrollment and the successful completion of state and federal background checks. Walnut Hill does not provide visa sponsorship.  

About Walnut Hill School for the Arts

Walnut Hill School for the Arts, located in Natick, Massachusetts and 20 minutes from Boston, is an independent boarding and day high school offering a transformational educational experience designed for student artists in grades 9–post graduate. Walnut Hill combines a comprehensive college-preparatory academic curriculum with intensive, pre-professional artistic training in theatre, dance, music, visual art, and writing, film & media arts. Walnut Hill is committed to creating and enhancing an inclusive environment, and welcoming and celebrating a wide range of cultural, artistic, and educational backgrounds that compliments and supports our diverse community. Commitment to the school’s Core Values, of Community, Growth, Excellence, Creativity, and Respect are imperative to the success of all Walnut Hill faculty, staff, and administration members. All Walnut Hill faculty/staff are active and engaged members of the school community who are committed to collaborating and growing in their field, participating in school events, supporting students in their arts, supporting other faculty/staff members, and who have the ability to self-reflect on their own practice.

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