International Summer Music Institute Piano Faculty

Title: International Summer Music Institute Piano Faculty

Employee Classification: Non-Student Help - Hourly

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Music

Department: UNT-Instrumental Studies-134320

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $65.00 per hour

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

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Department Summary

The UNT Division of Instrumental Studies is a diverse epicenter for learning, featuring world-renowned individual instrumental instruction, collaborative opportunities, and professional mentorship. Offering performance degrees at the Bachelor’s, Master’s, Graduate Artist, and Doctoral level, the Instrumental Studies division allows students to specialize in string, woodwind, brass, or percussion instruments.

Position Overview

Established in 2014, ISMI (formerly known as Summer String Institute) has proven to be a successful asset to the student recruitment in the College of Music. Over 46 participants have enrolled in BM, MM, and DMA degrees. ISMI also serves the music community in the Metroplex and even attracts participants from around the world.

Faculty members of the UNT International Summer Music Institute (ISMI) teach 45-minute-long one-on-one applied lessons. Each ISMI participant receives three 45-minute lessons during one ISMI session.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in piano performance or closely related field, recommendation by UNT faculty member.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of standard piano and string chamber music repertoire, with respect to teaching students at a variety of levels.
• Experience advising and mentoring students within an academic setting.
• Professional orchestral performance experience.
• University teaching experience.

Job Duties:

• Applied piano lesson instruction.
• Chamber music coaching.

Physical Requirements:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards:

• Noisy environments.

Work Schedule:

Hours will be consistent with posted daily hours for ISMI camp from July 5 - July 13, 2025.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional refer