Arts Explorers: Intermediates Music Instructor (Summer)

Experience an unforgettable summer at Interlochen, where creativity thrives! Join our vibrant community for Interlochen Arts Camp 2026, where passionate individuals come together to make art, make friends, and make it the best summer ever. Be part of inspiring the next generation of artists in the idyllic setting of northern Michigan. Embrace the magic and make a lasting impact!

Position Overview

Join us in the summer of 2026 and help us continue the legacy of fostering creativity, nurturing talent, and celebrating the individual artistic journey at Interlochen. We are seeking creative and adaptable Arts Explorers: Intermediates Music Instructors who embody our core values and are committed to nurturing young artists. As an Arts Explorers: Intermediates Music Instructor, you will lead students through a creative process to further develop their music skills, in collaboration with the Arts Explorers: Intermediates team of dedicated teachers. The Instructor will choose age-appropriate material to develop students' individual skills in a positive and ensemble-based rehearsal environment.

What You Get To Do

• Collaborate with fellow instructors to provide meaningful learning opportunities


• Develop and implement music curriculum, appropriate for the skill level of the campers


• Oversee growth and progress of all students within music class and how they contribute to the ensemble.


• Responsible for organizing day-to-day interactions with their respective campers in the Arts Explorers: Intermediates division


• Attend weekly departmental meetings


• Attend each class day as scheduled by Division Director

What You Get

• Compensation: $3,600


• Meals and on-campus lodging


• 10% tuition discount for Discovery Camp or 50% Interlochen Arts Camp for dependents


• 20% discount for tickets to most summer concerts.


• 15% discount on merchandise from Scholarshop and food/beverages from Melody Freeze

Keyword: Instructor, Environmental Science
Required Experience:

What You Need

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  Availability 6/28/2026 - 8/10/2026
  


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  Prepared to live in a private residence hall room or nature cabin. While we offer accessible housing accommodations, please note that due to the rustic nature of our camp, these options are limited.
  


• MA or MFA preferred, BA or BFA required. Teaching experience considered.


• Candidates should have experience teaching choral music, songwriting, and musicianship to young students.


• Collaborative piano skills required


• Professional experience expected with demonstrable skills working collaboratively in a devising environment.

Required Items to Upload on Your Application:

What to Expect about Camp Life

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  Rustic Living: You’ll be living in a nature cabin setting, surrounded by the beauty of northern Michigan. Wi-Fi and air conditioning are not provided in the nature cabins, encouraging a true disconnect from the digital world and a deeper connection with nature and those around you.


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  Embrace the Outdoors: The camp is nestled in a wilderness area, so expect to encounter wildlife and insects as part of the experience. Embracing the natural environment is key to enjoying your time here.


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  Outdoor Work Environment: Many of your duties will involve working outdoors, often for extended periods, so being comfortable in various weather conditions is important.


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  Community and Camaraderie: You’ll be part of a tight-knit community where collaboration, creativity, and support are at the forefront. The connections you make here will be lifelong.

About Interlochen

Interlochen Arts Camp has been a haven for creative talent for nearly a century. Our summer camp is a vibrant, transformative experience where young artists from diverse backgrounds come together to explore, learn, and grow. We offer a range of programs spanning music, visual arts, theatre, dance, creative writing, film & new media, and interdisciplinary arts, providing a platform for every artist to thrive.

From: Interlochen Center for the Arts