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Thank you for your interest in joining us in advancing Diller-Quaile’s mission to develop the innate musicality in each individual, inspiring participation for a lifetime.

The Diller-Quaile School of Music is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to employees at the School.

CURRENT OPENINGS

  • ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW & POSITION SUMMARY
    The Diller-Quaile School of Music seeks a String Department Head committed to developing the innate musicality in each individual and dedicated to helping each student realize their full potential. Learning at Diller-Quaile takes place in a vibrant, supportive, and engaging school culture where the joys of music-making, creativity, and the pursuit of artistry are deeply valued.

    The Diller-Quaile School of Music was founded in 1920 by pianists Angela Diller and Elizabeth Quaile. They believed that the capacity for understanding and creating music exists in everyone. Additionally, they felt that a music school should provide a dynamic and well-rounded experience not just for select students, but for all. Together, they initiated a comprehensive approach to teaching music, combining individual piano lessons with classes in musicianship and theory. Angela Diller and Elizabeth Quaile collaborated to write many publications, including the well-known “First Solo Book.” Some of these publications are still in print and currently used at the School. Today, The Diller-Quaile School of Music is a thriving community music school on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, comprised of the following departments: Early Childhood; Instrumental and Vocal; Adult; The Diller-Quaile Institute: Teacher Training & Professional Development; and Community Programs.

    The School seeks a collaborative leader who values community and lifelong engagement in the arts. The candidate must be an exceptional musician with strong performance, teaching, and administrative skills; and must have extensive knowledge of pedagogical approaches for young children through adults. A master’s degree is preferred.

    RESPONSIBILITIES

    • hiring, mentoring, and supervising the String Department faculty (including classroom observations, conferences, and work reviews)

    • maintaining, developing, and expanding Diller-Quaile’s string program for all levels

    • interviewing and providing advisement for prospective and current students and families

    • facilitating communication among administrators, faculty, and families; scheduling string students; teaching within the department

    • collaborating in planning and leading student performances; overseeing student assessment reports

    • participating in school-wide initiatives.

    APPLICATION COMPONENTS
    Please send the following documents to the Director of Instrumental & Vocal Programs Kathy Yiannoudes at kyiannoudes@diller-quaile.org. Applications without a cover letter or professional references will not be considered.

    • Cover letter

    • Current resume

    • Professional references

    SALARY/STATUS
    The position is part-time, generally 10-15 hours onsite weekly, with an administrative rate of $33.88/hour. The teaching rate is commensurate with experience.