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Located in the Centerbrook section of Essex, just off Route 9, CMS is easy to reach from most of Eastern Connecticut via I-95, Route 80, or Route 9. Instructors who live more than 20 miles away are paid a modest gasoline supplement.
We are happy to receive resumes at any time, and will respond immediately. We can generally anticipate faculty vacancies or additional needs, but it is helpful to have resumes on file in case of immediate openings. (See below)
We are open year-round and operate on a semester basis:
Fall Semester mid-Sept. to late Jan.
Spring Semester early Feb. to mid-June
Summer Term late June to mid-Aug.
You may teach as few as 1 day per week, or as many as 7, depending on your schedule and our studio and student availability. Programs and schedules are arranged at the beginning of each semester. Faculty members willing to teach during the summer notify us of their availability. Our faculty members sign a contract with us for the academic year, and are employees of the school (and will receive W-2 forms, not 1099's).
All of our instructors have a Bachelor's degree or beyond. We are looking for teachers who are committed to providing outstanding music education and who will be enthusiastic supporters of the school and its programs. Our student base includes both children and adults with varying levels of ability, experience and musical aspirations. We do not have a set school-wide curriculum; rather, individual instructors choose their teaching materials and methods.
CURRENT OPENINGS
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Bring your non-profit management experience, fiscal responsibility, strong fund development and organizational skills to our 500 student community music school. As the Executive Director you will be implementing the strategic vision articulated by the Board of Trustees and fulfilling its programmatic mission managing the overall administrative and program operations.
Responsibilities will include:
- Financial Management
- Fund Development
- Program Administration
- Personnel Management
- Facilities Management
- Marketing & Public Relations
- Board Development
Bring your energy, enthusiasm and ability to see the big picture. You will work with both internal and external stakeholders exploring alternate viewpoints and proposals to facilitate the development of collaborative solutions and celebrate jobs well done by the entire team. We’re looking for you to be commited to our mission and strive for excellence to enrich our school.
Qualifications:
Experience Required
- Bachelor’s degree required; with focus in music, arts, or administration; master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of 3-5 years of senior management experience in a non-profit organization, preferable in the performing arts
- Demonstrated success in fundraising
Knowledge and Skills Required
- Knowledge of fiscal management and non-profit management
- Strong organizational and administrative skills, including computer skills
- Knowledge of customer service best practices and experience working directly with customers
- Ability to plan, set goals and objectives, organize resources and follow-through
- Ability to interact with internal and external stakeholders in a positive manner, which will require superior interpersonal skills, verbal and written presentation abilities, and leadership
- Ability to give direction and guidance, have the confidence to enforce rules and regulations, but be flexible in order to preserve a positive community brand image and stakeholder satisfaction
- Ability to see the big picture and envision the completed project and collaboratively celebrate jobs well done by the entire team
Additional Attributes Desired
- Belief in and commitment to the mission of the Community Music School
- Openness to change and new ideas; willingness to explore alternate view points and proposals and facilitate the development of collaborative solutions
- Enjoyment working with children, older people, and families
- Energy and enthusiasm
Applicants for Executive Director should send a resume to cmssearch@snet.net.
TO APPLY:
Resumes and cover letters should be or may be mailed to:
Community Music School
P. O. Box 387
Centerbrook, CT 06409
All inquiries will be held in strict confidence.
Community Music School is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, race, religion or physical disability.