Artist-Faculty

Omaha Conservatory of Music is seeking Artist-Faculty, part-time and full-time, to join our team of expert educators! We’re looking for musicians who are not only skilled performers and teachers but also innovative, collaborative, and deeply invested in student growth.

Artist-Faculty work with a wide range of students, from young beginners (ages 3–8) to advanced learners in private and group settings. This role is approximately 80% teaching and 20% administrative and collaborative work.

While we’re hiring a variety of educators, we are most interested in hiring in the following instruments:

• Cello
• Violin
• Piano
• Voice
• General Music Educator (Part-Time)

Responsibilities

• Provide expert instruction in individual and group settings
• Create engaging lesson plans using current pedagogical strategies
• Communicate regularly with students, families, and staff
• Manage studio operations, including scheduling, recitals, and student support
• Collaborate with department chairs and programming staff
• Attend faculty meetings and participate in departmental initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Music Education or Performance (required)
• Two years of teaching experience, including group/class instruction
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching young children (ages 3–6)
• Suzuki training through Book 4
• Fluency in Spanish
• Familiarity with diverse musical styles and repertoire

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay based on teaching and administrative workload
• Pro-rated PTO
• Health and retirement benefits are available
• Professional development reimbursement
• Discounts on OCoM programs for employees and immediate family

These positions are aligned with the academic year (mid-August to mid-June), with pay distributed over 12 months. Additional summer teaching opportunities may be available.

To Apply

Submit the following materials to [email protected]:

• Letter of interest
• Resume or CV
• One-page teaching philosophy
• Three professional references

Applications may be reviewed until the position is filled. Finalists will be invited to complete a teaching demonstration and performance. Omaha Conservatory of Music is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds.