Pre-College Faculty: Jazz Studies

Description

SFCM’s Pre-College is an immersive program that instills the value of music in youth 18 and under, providing an artistic framework and tailored instruction for the next generation of musicians. Our curriculum integrates private lessons with musicianship courses, small and large ensemble experiences, master classes, jury assessments, and performance opportunities, making music a core part of their lives.

The Pre-College is seeking to hire faculty to teach Jazz Studies with students on the following instruments:

• Drums
• Bass

Requirements

• Teach individual lessons on a weekly basis following the Pre-College academic calendar
• Develop lessons and a long-range teaching plan based on the individual needs of each student
• Represent the Pre-College locally and nationally; Actively recruit students to maintain studio enrollment
• Coordinate lesson schedules in consultation with the Pre-College Office
• Prepare students for participation in division recitals, showcase concerts, juries, auditions, competitions, festivals, and other SFCM related performances
• Provide routine assessment and feedback
• Adjudicate juries and auditions as requested by Division Director
• Write references and/or recommendations upon request
• Understand and support the Pre-College curriculum and its related activities
• Communicate in a timely manner with the Pre-College Office
• Develop working relationships with Bay Area music educators and arts institutions
• Participate in faculty meetings

Qualifications

• Demonstrate excellent musicianship and artistry as an educator
• A minimum of four (4) years professional experience working in the field of arts education required with a four-year undergraduate degree or equivalent recommended
• A strong background and understanding of jazz pedagogy and repertoire
• Candidates with experience working in diverse communities encouraged to apply
• Ability to maintain strong working relationships with SFCM administrative staff and faculty
• 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 the students
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required for the selected candidate

How to Apply

We prefer to receive applications through our website. This position will be posted until filled.

EOE

SFCM is a fully committed equal employment opportunity institution and welcomes applications from all qualified persons, including those who consider themselves to be of a race, national origin or ancestry that is not fully represented in musical arts programs in the United States. Personnel decisions regarding applicants for employment are made without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition (including cancer and genetic characteristics), status as a Vietnam-era veteran or special disabled veteran, age, citizenship, or any other

consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.