Staff Pianist

INTRODUCTORY PARAGRAPH

Join The New School 

At The New School, we redefine the boundaries of education, creativity, and innovation. Founded in 1919 and located in the heart of New York City, we are home to over 9,000 students from over 100 countries, offering more than 135 degree and diploma programs across our renowned colleges, including Parsons School of Design, The New School for Social Research, Eugene Lang college of Liberal Arts, Parsons Paris, and the College of Performing Arts. Our progressive, interdisciplinary approach has earned us recognition as one of the most forward-thinking institutions in the world.

POSITION/ROLE OVERVIEW

The Mannes School of Music at The New School’s College of Performing Arts is seeking highly qualified Temporary Overhire Staff Pianists to join its team. Reporting to the Performance and Ensemble Manager, the Overhire Staff Pianists are directly responsible for staff piano services throughout the Mannes School of Music, including performing in students’ lessons, masterclasses, juries, and more.

Formed in 2015, the College of Performing Arts draws together the Mannes School of Music, the School of Jazz and Contemporary Music, and the School of Drama. College of Performing Arts students are actors, musicians, performers, writers, improvisers, creative technologists, entrepreneurs, composers, arts managers, and multidisciplinary artists. Our community collaborates with colleagues across The New School in a wide array of disciplines, from the visual arts and fashion design, to the social sciences, public policy, advocacy, and more.

This is an overhire position without regular or guaranteed weekly hours. Opportunities for work will be scheduled on an as-needed basis by the Mannes School of Music department. This position may be renewed pending institutional need and availability of funding.

CORE CAPABILITIES, PRIMARY DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accompany all student performance opportunities, including lessons, masterclasses, classroom activities, annual concerto competition, juries, and more

• Exhibit professionalism in all interactions with students, faculty, staff, and audience members

• Respond to inquiries from students, faculty, and staff in a timely manner regarding private lessons, masterclasses, and/or other performance experiences

• Adhere to departmental guidelines regarding reporting hours, payroll deadlines, and other items

• Additional responsibilities as requested

QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s Degree and/or equivalent training in collaborative piano

• Excellent collaborative piano skills and artistic capabilities

• Ability to prepare music quickly on an as-needed basis

• Noted recognition in the collaborative piano field

WORK MODE

This position is primarily in-person and is based on campus to support effective in-person collaboration and engagement. #LI-Onsite

Hourly Rate:

$25.00/hour 

WHY JOIN US?

This is an extraordinary opportunity to work closely with a visionary leader and contribute meaningfully to a forward-thinking institution that’s reshaping the future of higher education. You’ll be at the nexus of strategy, operations, and innovation in a role that grows with your impact.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The New School recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

Applicants should submit a resume outlining their skills and experience concerning this position. The Performance and Ensemble Manager will be in touch in order to schedule an audition with you.