Aug 25 2025
Germantown Academy
We inspire students to be: Independent in Thought • Confident in Expression •
Compassionate in Spirit • Collaborative in Action • Honorable in Deed
Germantown Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1,200 students in grades PK-12. Founded in 1759, GA is America’s oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices.
Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and a respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds.
We are seeking qualified, experienced candidates for the part-time position of low brass instructor (with the ability to teach trumpet and French horn as needed) beginning the 2025-2026 school year. We are looking for an individual that is available Monday-Friday to give in-person instruction. The compensation is highly competitive and based on studio enrollment. Instructor must be available to give lessons both during and after school.
Responsibilities:
- Capability to teach a wide range of ability levels, from basic music literacy to college preparatory instruction
- Prepare Upper School brass musicians for PMEA district band solos and auditions
- Proficiency in and openness to a variety of music genres, including but not limited to classical, jazz, R&B, and pop
- Recruit, instruct, and retain students (4 th -12 th grades) on trombone, euphonium, baritone horn, and tuba. Trumpet and French horn as needed.
- Prepare students for a yearly studio recital and any other collaborations at GA
- Responsible for collaborating with ensemble directors to ensure success in performance groups
- Demonstrate commitment to departmental engagements including collaborative interaction with performing arts faculty and staff
- Strong organizational skills to manage scheduling logistics
- Collaborate with private lesson coordinator, band director, and other instructors on curriculum and scheduling
- Communicate regularly with families and respond to issues involving private lesson scheduling
- Ensure that all rules and policies of the private lesson program are followed judiciously
- Responsible for identifying new program needs and possibilities for expansion as they arise
Qualifications:
- A minimum of two years teaching experience is required
- Undergraduate or graduate degree in music performance or music education is required
- Mastery of performance on low brass instruments
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, along with strong organizational abilities