Private Music Lesson Instructor – Voice

Responsibilities

• Recruit, instruct, and retain students (6-12th grades) on voice annually
• Capable of teaching a wide range of ability levels, from basic music literacy to college preparatory instruction
• Proficient in and open to a variety of music genres
• Prepare students for and attend a yearly studio recital
• Collaborate with Choir Director and Musical Theatre Director on preparing students for their performances
• Demonstrate commitment to departmental engagements including collaborative interaction with performing arts faculty and staff
• Work closely with the Private Music Lesson Coordinator to help lead a growing studio
• Organize studio lesson schedules, working with students to set a lesson time
• Communicate regularly with families and respond to issues involving private lesson scheduling
• Ensure that all rules and policies of the private lesson program are followed judiciously
• Identify new program needs and possibilities for expansion as they arise

Qualifications

• A minimum of two years teaching experience is required
• Undergraduate or graduate degree in vocal performance or music education with vocal emphasis is required, or equivalent teaching/performance experience
• Exhibit master vocal performance skills, including classical, popular, and jazz styles
• Demonstrate proficient piano skills, as needed for teaching one-on-one vocal instruction
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, along with strong organizational abilities
• Previous experience as a voice instructor and a significant choral background strongly preferred