Performing Arts Center of MetroWest 3 Maple Street Framingham, MA 01702

Date Posted:

August 04, 2026

Region:

Central Massachusetts Category:

Education/Instruction Type:

Part-Time

Violin Instructor Description:

The Performing Arts Center of MetroWest (PAC) is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Violin Instructor to join our faculty beginning August 2026. PAC is a nonprofitmunity performing arts school dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible music education in a weing and supportive environment. We are looking for an instructor who is passionate about teaching, enjoys working with students of all ages and abilities, and ismitted to helping each student achieve their musical goals.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Violin Instructor will provide engaging, student-centered violin instruction that supports each student's musical growth while advancing the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest's mission to make high-quality performing arts education accessible to themunity. PAC seeks a collaborative, dependable, and enthusiastic educator who enjoys working with students of all ages and abilities. The ideal candidate demonstrates excellence in teaching,municates effectively with students and families, and contributes to a positive, supportive facultymunity dedicated to enriching lives through the performing arts.

POSITION DETAILS

Contract Term:

This is a one-year independent contractor appointment beginning in August 2026 and extending through August 2027. Renewal opportunities may be available annually based on the continued needs of the program, successful teaching experience, and mutual interest in continuing the instructor's relationship with the Performing Arts Center of MetroWest.

Compensation:

Starting at $35 per hour, withpensationmensurate with experience, qualifications, and teaching background.

Teaching Schedule:

Lessons are offered Monday through Friday between 3:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. Instructors are not required to teach every day and may establish a regular teaching schedule based on their availability and student enrollment.

Academic Year:

PAC operates on a two-semester academic calendar, with the Fall Semester beginning in late August and the Spring Semester concluding in late June. Instructors are encouraged to maintain a consistent teaching schedule throughout the academic year.

Summer Opportunities:

Instructors who wish to continue teaching during the summer may have the opportunity to work with students through PAC's summer lesson program, based on instructor availability and student enrollment.

Professional Environment:

Instructors be part of a collaborative faculty dedicated to providing exceptional music education while supporting PAC's mission of fostering artistic growth and making the performing arts accessible to the MetroWestmunity.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Violin Instructor will provide engaging, high-quality private violin instruction that supports each student's musical development and individual goals.

Responsibilities include:

Teach weekly private violin lessons to students of varying ages, experience levels, and abilities. Develop individualized lesson plans that align with each student's goals, interests, and level of development. Provide instruction that builds strong technical foundations, musical understanding, confidence, and artistic expression. Encourage students to develop a lifelong appreciation for music and amitment to continued growth. Prepare students for recitals, performances, and other PAC-sponsored opportunities as appropriate. Maintain regular and professionalmunication with students, families, and PAC staff. Support a positive, weing, and inclusive learning environment that reflects PAC'smitment to accessible and exceptional arts education.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be an aplished violinist and dedicated educator who is passionate about helping students succeed.

Qualifications include:

Strong violin performance skills and a solid understanding of violin technique and musicianship. Previous experience teaching private violin lessons preferred. Degree in Music, Music Education, or equivalent professional performance and teaching experience. Ability to effectively teach students across a range of ages, abilities, and learning styles. Excellentmunication,anization, and interpersonal skills. Dependable, professional, andmitted to providing a high-quality educational experience for every student. Ability to successfullyplete a background check.