Postgraduate Teaching Program​

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The Postgraduate Teaching Program at The New School for Music Study is a highly competitive program. It provides intensive study in the art of effective piano teaching of all ages and levels. Participants will be personally mentored and their teaching transformed through an in-depth practicum and immersion as an NSMS faculty member teaching pre-college and adult students. A legacy program of the school and The Frances Clark Center, the Postgraduate Teaching Program is based on the foundational philosophies of founding teachers Frances Clark and Louise Goss.

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Accepted candidates must demonstrate an accomplished academic background in piano. They are expected to be active performers and hold a minimum of a Master’s degree, with significant teaching experience at the pre-college level. Prior pedagogy study is not required, but an asset. Successful candidates may expect 15 hours of applied teaching per week and also participation in coursework, mentored teaching, guided observations, our residency program, and performance opportunities by invitation.

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The Postgraduate Teaching Program is a compensated teaching fellow program. A monthly stipend is provided.

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Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year will be due on April 15, 2025.

Click here to apply.