New York, New York
New York, New York
Cornwall-on-Hudson, New York
Posted: 24-Oct-25
Location: New York, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: $65,000 to $95,000
Categories:
Preferred Education:
Job Title: Middle and Upper School Strings Teacher and Conductor
Department: Middle and Upper School
FLSA Status: Exempt
The Hewitt School - New York, NY
ABOUT HEWITT
Established in 1920 and located in New York City, The Hewitt School is an independent K-12 girls’ school whose mission is to inspire girls and young women to become game changers and ethical leaders who forge an equitable, sustainable, and joyous future. Hewitt empowers and expects our community members to embrace multiple points of view, to engage others with empathy and integrity, and to champion equity and justice in all areas of our lives. As a community, Hewitt is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty, staff, and student body.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Hewitt School is seeking a middle and upper school strings teacher and conductor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
- Teach beginner 5th grade strings class
- Teach and conduct intermediate 6th, 7th and 8th grade string ensembles
- Teach small group lessons to middle school students focusing on instrumental technique
- Teach and conduct upper school chamber orchestra
- Prepare ensembles for winter and spring concerts, assemblies, and special events
- Collaborate with music faculty to support the overall K-12 music program
- Act as an advisor
- Design and deliver engaging lessons that challenge and inspire students of all levels
- Maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment while maintaining a high standard of excellence
- Oversee instrument rental program and repairs
- Write student reports and stay in regular communication with parents
- Exhibit professionalism, excellent organizational skills, and strong written and verbal communication skills
- Participate in admissions and parent education events
- Engage fully in Hewitt’s commitment to implementing current research on girls in the classroom and beyond
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
- Demonstrated commitment to anti-bias education and social justice
- Bachelor’s degree in music performance (string instrument) or music education
- Minimum of three to five years of teaching experience in a classroom setting
- Experience in ensemble conducting
- Proficiency on all string instruments
- Ability to arrange music based on the instrumentation of the ensemble and experience level of the musicians using music notation software such as Sibelius and Dorico.
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED
- Inquiry-based pedagogy
- Master’s degree in music performance (string instrument) or music education
- Professional musician experience
- Extensive knowledge of string and orchestra repertoire
- Piano proficiency
- Culturally responsive approach to teaching
- Fluency in multiple student-centered instructional approaches
- Proficient with Mac platforms; comfortable with technology or demonstrated ability to learn quickly
- Commitment to student life
- Proven dedication to professional growth and purpose-driven practice
- Professional practice and ability to model contemplation as part of intellectual exploration
SALARY RANGE
Starting Salary Range: $65,000 to $95,000 (salary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience and expertise)
TO APPLY: Please submit a resumé, cover letter, and examples of previous relevant work via our applicant tracking portal. Cover letters should reflect a careful reading of The Hewitt School’s website, including the School’s academic philosophy. No phone calls, please. Recruitment will remain open until the position is filled; applicants should apply as soon as possible for consideration.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Hewitt School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of the School not to discriminate on the basis of any category prohibited by applicable federal, New York State and/or New York City laws/regulations. This policy applies to all aspects of the employment process, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation/benefits, performance evaluations, disciplinary actions, training, working conditions, layoff, and termination.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
- Demonstrated commitment to anti-bias education and social justice
- Bachelor’s degree in music performance (string instrument) or music education
- Minimum of three to five years of teaching experience in a classroom setting
- Experience in ensemble conducting
- Proficiency on all string instruments
- Ability to arrange music based on the instrumentation of the ensemble and experience level of the musicians using music notation software such as Sibelius and Dorico.
QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED
- Inquiry-based pedagogy
- Master’s degree in music performance (string instrument) or music education
- Professional musician experience
- Extensive knowledge of string and orchestra repertoire
- Piano proficiency
- Culturally responsive approach to teaching
- Fluency in multiple student-centered instructional approaches
- Proficient with Mac platforms; comfortable with technology or demonstrated ability to learn quickly
- Commitment to student life
- Proven dedication to professional growth and purpose-driven practice
- Professional practice and ability to model contemplation as part of intellectual exploration