Milton Hershey School (MHS) is one of the world’s best pre-K through 12th grade private schools, where students from disadvantaged backgrounds are provided with a cost-free home and a top-notch education. Thanks to the generosity of Milton and Catherine Hershey back in 1909, the school is fully endowed with the resources to ensure students thrive. The school has prepared almost 12,000 graduates to lead fulfilling and productive lives and is expanding to serve more students.
MHS’s visual arts opportunities include art education in PreK through 12th grade, as well as a campus visual arts center. Furthermore, includes music education options in students’ schedules and a wide variety of instrumental, vocal, and dance extra-curricular options with numerous performance centers on campus. Students are encouraged to showcase their talents via a wide variety of on- and off-campus opportunities. All is provided to the students at no financial cost to families including students’ instruments, uniforms & costumes, lessons, travel, etc. For more information on MHS’s VPA program, click here https://www.mhskids.org/academics/visual-performing-arts/
MHS is looking to hire an Event Musicians for the following instruments to support 30-34 hours for rehearsals and performances:
- Violin
- Viola
- French Horn
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree in Music preferred.
- Two or more years’ experience with the pit orchestra for the musical production preferred.
- Ability to interact with students of different age and skill level in a positive and professional manner.
- Experience working with students and families from under-served populations a plus.
- Candidates must demonstrate a high degree of integrity, commitment, respect, and positivity, as all MHS staff are considered role models for students.
- Candidates should be willing to actively engage with MHS students beyond the scope of their job responsibilities.