ABOUT BLOOMINGDALE SCHOOL OF MUSIC

PROGRAM OVERSIGHT & IMPLEMENTATION

• Lead the design, management, and evaluation of Bloomingdale’s instructional programs, including private lessons, group classes, advanced tracks (MAP, Project Bridge, BTP, A4TY, Youth Leadership), early childhood classes, summer programming, online instruction, and school and community partnerships.
• Foster a culture of collaboration and care by facilitating regular team meetings, staff check-ins, and internal feedback loops that support alignment, evaluation, and professional growth.
• With the support of the Executive Director, hire, onboard, and supervise the Assistant Director of Outreach, who manages externally facing programs, including school partnerships, early childhood, summer, and community initiatives.
• Supervise program staff responsible for day-to-day operations across these areas, including the Programs Manager and other coordinators.
• Maintain scheduling, staffing, communication, and feedback systems that ensure smooth program delivery and a strong participant experience.
• Collaborate with the Director of Student Services to develop and evolve programming in response to community needs, enrollment trends, and strategic goals.
• Lead the refinement of a curriculum framework that supports student progression, fosters cross-program cohesion, and aligns with Bloomingdale’s mission and core values.
• Identify gaps or opportunities in the programming continuum through community input, enrollment trends, and faculty feedback, and implement responsive new initiatives.
• Collaborate with study area leaders and teaching faculty to support instructional planning, pedagogy, and professional development.
• Partner with the Executive Director, Faculty Director, Director of Student Services, and Registration team to ensure programming structure, scheduling, and student experience are fully aligned and coordinated.

PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT & COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

• Provide strategic oversight for Bloomingdale’s community-facing and partnership-based programming, ensuring alignment with the school’s mission and programmatic goals.
• Supervise and support the Assistant Director in developing relationships with public schools, cultural institutions, and community organizations that create meaningful entry points into music education.
• Guide the Assistant Director in representing Bloomingdale at partner sites, community events, and public convenings; ensure Bloomingdale’s values are reflected across all external and introductory programming.
• Ensure cohesion between outreach and in-house instruction through coordinated planning, shared messaging, and aligned student pathways.
• Partner with the Marketing and Development teams to highlight community-facing work through storytelling, visibility efforts, and fundraising strategies.
• Support the long-term vision and structure for Bloomingdale’s outreach and engagement portfolio, including staff development, systems design, and alignment with broader institutional priorities.

CROSS-DEPARTMENTAL LEADERSHIP & STRATEGIC PLANNING

• Collaborate across Bloomingdale’s core functional areas—Student Services, External Affairs, Finance, and Operations & HR—to ensure that program strategy, communications, and implementation are aligned with institutional priorities and the goals of ROADMAP 2027.
• Co-lead program budgeting and financial planning in partnership with the Director of Finance, including weekly coordination, budget tracking, and alignment with department leads to ensure fiscal accountability and sustainability.
• Facilitate internal communication and cohesion through regular team meetings, staff check-ins, and feedback systems that support strong documentation, evaluation, and staff development.
• Partner with the Director of Student Services to apply enrollment, attendance, retention, and satisfaction data toward program planning, strategic adjustments, and improvements to the student experience.
• Work with the Development and Marketing teams to support grant reporting, storytelling, and public visibility for Bloomingdale’s programmatic work.
• Contribute to the long-term development of Bloomingdale’s educational vision, with a focus on equity, access, and progression from introductory through advanced study.

• Graduate degree in music, education, and/or arts administration, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7–10 years of experience in program management, educational leadership, or equivalent roles in music, arts, or community-based settings.
• Experience working in a music school environment—either as faculty, a teaching artist, or in an administrative role closely collaborating with faculty and students.
• Proven ability to lead and support educators in a collaborative, pedagogically centered manner, with a commitment to inclusive, culturally responsive teaching practices.
• Experience designing, coordinating, or overseeing programs in partnership with schools, cultural organizations, or early childhood settings.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or support teams of part-time staff, teaching artists, or instructors in a shared-leadership environment.
• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple timelines, partners, and projects with clarity and consistency.
• Proven ability to build and sustain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including families, educators, artists, and institutional partners.
• Comfort with tracking data, managing schedules, and supporting or co-leading budget planning and financial decision-making.
• Passion for community access to the arts and understanding of how early-stage and partnership programs contribute to broader institutional goals.
• Familiarity with tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and education or CRM platforms (e.g., ASAP, Salesforce).
• Availability for occasional evenings and weekends in support of events and program activities.

SCHEDULE & COMPENSATION

• Pre-tax transit, voluntary, and retirement benefits
• BSM offers a comprehensive benefits package, including partial health coverage and a generous vacation schedule.
• Professional development support
• Professional development opportunities are supported.

• To apply, please click the “Apply” button at the top of the posting. You will be prompted to create a Forework account if you do not already have one. Once your account is set up, submit your resume and cover letter through the application portal.
• Only those being considered will be contacted by email/phone for an initial pre-screening process. Second round candidates will be invited for an in-person panel interview(s).