Employment at Wharton Arts
Join our talented and prestigious staff in making a difference in our students’ lives.
We maintain low student-to-staff ratios across our programs, in order to provide students with individualized instruction.
Wharton Arts is committed to reflecting the communities we serve to build an inclusive environment. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our open positions.
Current Openings
Chief Financial Officer (Fractional)
Wharton Arts is seeking a highly-qualified Fractional Chief Financial Officer to work closely with the new President and Chief Executive Officer, driving change that promotes fiscal stability and preparing for a planned 2028-29 facilities transition to consolidate the organization’s well-regarded programs. Wharton’s annual budget is approximately $4 million, and the organization employs 18 full-time and 120 part-time employees across three locations, serving 2,000 students each year with community music and creative youth development programs. The Fractional CFO is responsible for financial strategy, reporting and analysis.
Contact (908) 790-0700 or info@WhartonArts.org for more information.
NJYC- Program Coordinator
The Program Coordinator provides operational oversight of the New Jersey Youth Chorus (NJYC). This role is responsible for executing day-to-day program activities, managing logistics, and maintaining systems that support a high-quality and seamless experience for choristers, families, and staff.
Wharton Arts is an equal opportunity employer and encourages candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. Please send your resumé to jobs@whartonarts.org.
PAS- Private Instrumental Instructor: Classical Guitar
The Wharton Performing Arts school is seeking private instrumental instructors to join our faculty. Interested candidates should have a minimum Bachelor of Music degree in performance or music education. This position will provide private instrumental instruction for fall and spring semesters with opportunities for in school and after school community partnerships, and summer camps.
Contact (908) 790-0700 or info@WhartonArts.org for more information.
PAS- Private Instrumental Instructor: Cello
The Wharton Performing Arts school is seeking private instrumental instructors to join our faculty. Interested candidates should have a minimum Bachelor of Music degree in performance or music education. This position will provide private instrumental instruction for fall and spring semesters with opportunities for in school and after school community partnerships, and summer camps.
Contact (908) 790-0700 or info@WhartonArts.org for more information.
PAS- Private Instrumental Instructor: Piano
The Wharton Performing Arts school is seeking private instrumental instructors to join our faculty. Interested candidates should have a minimum Bachelor of Music degree in performance or music education. This position will provide private instrumental instruction for fall and spring semesters with opportunities for in school and after school community partnerships, and summer camps.
Contact (908) 790-0700 or info@WhartonArts.org for more information.
PAS- Private Instrumental Instructor: Violin/Viola
The Wharton Performing Arts school is seeking private instrumental instructors to join our faculty. Interested candidates should have a minimum Bachelor of Music degree in performance or music education. This position will provide private instrumental instruction for fall and spring semesters with opportunities for in school and after school community partnerships, and summer camps.
Contact (908) 790-0700 or info@WhartonArts.org for more information.
PMP Teaching Artists
PMP seeks multiple Teaching Artists. The instruments below are the preferred and priority instruments, but PMP is also seeking Teaching Artists to teach strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and guitar. PMP hires substitute Teaching Artists on a rolling basis.
Email your resume and a cover letter to Shanna Lin at shanna.lin@whartonarts.org.
Operations Assistant
Contact Susan Peterson, Director of Operations at susan.peterson@whartonarts.org
Volunteers and Interns
Wharton Institute for the Performing Arts is seeking volunteers and interns to join our dynamic administrative team. This is a great opportunity for a student seeking experience in non-profit arts administration or a member of the community wishing to make a positive impact through Wharton’s life-changing mission of excellence in performing arts education.
Contact (908) 790-0700 or info@WhartonArts.org for more information.
General Employment
Teachers and artistic staff are encouraged to send resumés at any time to info@WhartonArts.org.
Wharton Arts is an equal opportunity employer.
Wharton Arts is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state and local fair employment practices laws. Specifically, Wharton Arts strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment against employees or applicants for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy or breastfeeding, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, or any other characteristic protected under applicable laws. It is the obligation of every employee to adhere to the spirit as well as the letter of Wharton Arts’ policies against unlawful discrimination and harassment. This policy applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including, without limitation, hiring, training, placement, promotion, transfer, discipline, compensation, benefits, leaves of absence, lay-offs, and termination from employment.