Viola/Violin Instructor- Adjunct Faculty

Position Requirements

Starting in spring term (March 2025), the music department seeks a passionate and energetic part-time viola teacher to meet our students’ needs in classical viola instruction. The ideal candidate will have a substantial background teaching viola from a varied repertoire to beginner through advanced students. Additionally, the candidate will teach the overflow of violin students if needed. We will value candidates who can effectively build solo artistry as well as the musical skills required to successfully work with ensembles. We seek colleagues interested in being part of a collaborative faculty of more than 40 instructors who work with highly motivated high school students in a diverse, mostly residential community.

This is a part-time, nine-month position with some evening and weekend work as needed.  Hours vary according to the size of studio roster and the needs of the students and the Academy.                       

Accountabilities

Teaching

• Work with students to set goals for private lessons and select repertoire that is broadly representational and musically diverse.
• Teach weekly private lessons (50 minutes each) for high school viola students from beginner to advanced levels.
• Create a weekly schedule for private lessons and communicate with students regarding schedule changes.
• Maintain accurate rosters, monitor student attendance, enter grades and comments in a timely manner according to the Academic Advising Calendar and deadlines set by the music department.
• Understand the Academy’s calendar and daily schedule and effectively use Academy systems for communication and course management.
• Instruct students in technique, musicianship, and practice strategies.
• Assess and support musical development by encouraging participation in appropriate performance opportunities.
• Communicate student issues or concerns with Department Chair and/or student’s advisor when necessary.
• Prepare students for recitals, masterclasses, competitions, college admission recordings, ensemble music and other needs.
• Engage with diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racist work specific to the music department.
• Collaborate with colleagues on faculty performances as interested/available.
• Participate in required department meetings and other forms of shared governance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

 Cultural Competency

Faculty are expected to demonstrate respect for diversity of identities and experiences, an orientation toward equity and inclusion, and cultural competency in all aspects of Academy life

Additional Requirements

Education
B.A. or B.M. or equivalent experience is required.  A Master’s degree in music is preferred.

Experience

3 years of successful private studio teaching experience. 

3 years of professional performing experience.

 Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent studio teaching ability. Ability to teach technique, repertoire, and musicianship to viola students of all levels.
• Ability to create a positive and productive learning environment for high school age students.
• Demonstrated experience teaching from a musically diverse body of work, including artists from historically marginalized identities.
• Enthusiasm for working with adolescents.
• Commitment to working in and serving the needs of a diverse and inclusive community.

Other

• Diversity or cultural competency education (conferences, seminars, in-service programs, coursework, independent study).
• Willingness to enforce all school policies and rules governing student behavior.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check (every 5 years).