Job Description:
Berklee College of Music invites nominations and applications for a full-time faculty position in
the Brass Department. The department provides private instruction, ensemble coaching, and
specialized courses to develop technical proficiency, stylistic versatility, and professional
readiness. The curriculum covers a range of styles, including Black American music, pop, and
world music, with an emphasis on contemporary brass performance, improvisation, and music
technology.
This full-time position reports to the Chair of Brass in the Professional Performance Division.
The successful candidate will be an experienced and innovative educator who will actively
contribute to the department and the Berklee community. Rank and salary will be
commensurate with experience. Appointment to begin September 1, 2025.
Responsibilities:
Studio teaching of brass students at varied levels, focusing on improvisation, bebop,soul, and Afro-Latin music styles.
Development and instruction of labs, courses, and ensembles.
Participation in meetings, recital juries, exams, auditions, and recruitment efforts.
Student mentoring and advising on artistic development and career pathways.
Contributing to departmental and college-wide events, including performances,workshops, and community engagement (both in-person and online).
Serving on committees at the department, division, and/or college level.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Renowned artist/educator with an established national/international reputation as aperformer and demonstrated evidence of successful teaching.
Proficiency in diverse brass styles and the ability to teach brass pedagogy, improvisation, and contemporary brass techniques.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a student-centered approach.
Command of technology for instructional support, including music software and digital tools.
Master of Music or equivalent professional experience required.
Commitment to anti-racism, equity, and multicultural understanding in teaching, performance, and curriculum development.
Application Process:
Electronic applications only. Please submit the following materials in PDF or Word format at
berklee.edu/jobs. All materials can be uploaded to the Resume/Cover Letter application
section:
Letter of Application (maximum two pages)
A statement of teaching philosophy (one-page maximum)
Current Resume or CV
Names and contact information for at least three (3) references
Links to websites or online resources with representative samples of your performances and teaching
Incomplete applications will not be considered. The position will remain open until filled.
Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee:
We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375.
Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area.
*Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.*
