Job Details
LOCATION California, USA POSITION/RANK Musicianship Instructor GENERAL INFO The San Francisco Conservatory of Music is looking for a part-time Musicianship Instructor who will be responsible for teaching musicianship classes in our Pre-College division. Classes run on Saturdays, and our academic year typically runs from September through May.
JOB DESCRIPTION > Teach musicianship classes on a weekly basis following the Pre-College Academic Calendar
> Develop lesson plans and long-range teaching strategies that align with the Pre-College musicianship curriculum and objectives
> Develop course reader containing sight-singing materials as well as supplemental musicianship exercises; utilize course materials and resources as defined by the department chair
> Develop individualized instructional plans for students as needed
> Provide routine assessment, feedback, and progress reports for students
> Prepare students for midterm and final examinations
> Adjudicate midterms and final examinations
> Attend musicianship departmental meetings as scheduled by the department chair
> Communicate in a timely manner with the chair of musicianship, ensembles, coordinator, program manager, and division director
> Understand and support the entirety of the Pre-College curriculum and its related activities
represent the Pre-College locally and nationally
> Participate in Pre-College faculty meetings
> Adhere to budget as set forth by the Division Director
QUALIFICATIONS > Demonstrate excellent musicianship and artistry as a musician, scholar, and educator
> A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience working in the field of arts education with a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent required
> A strong background and understanding of musicianship skills, including music theory, harmony and analysis, keyboard skills, and aural skills (dictation and ear training)
> Fluency in fixed- and moveable-do solfege, number and rhythm systems, roman numerals and root/quality symbols
> Ability to work with students, faculty and staff who represent diverse ethnicities, nationalities, gender, gender expression and identity, sexual orientation, and social-economic backgrounds
> Ability to relate and apply musicianship skills to common performance practice
> Ability to maintain strong working relationships with SFCM administrative staff and faculty
> Candidates with experience working in diverse communities encouraged to apply
> Demonstrate strong leadership skills; maintain a good relationship with parents; demand a high standard of excellence while creating an encouraging, inspiring, and engaging experience for students
> Successful completion of a criminal background check is required for the selected candidate