Instructor, Music Class

Instructor, Music Class

Department:
Arts Prep

Location:

Metropolitan Campus

Reports To:

Director, Creative Arts Prep

Recruitment Type:
External/Internal

Requisition

Employment Type:

Part-Time Faculty

Union Position:
Non-Union

Work Schedule:

Saturdays 10am to 4pm and additional after school days ( 4pm to 7pm)

Job Description:

SUMMARY

Provide instruction in the fundamentals of playing the musical instrument, including posture, note reading, rhythm, technical competency, and interpretation. This position is grant-funded.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

* Responsible for providing instruction and assign repertoire that matches the level of each individual student.

* Develop and present a curriculum that provides students with an experience in the art form that is age appropriate, and challenges students to achieve at the highest level.

* Present a culminating event representing the quality of work undertaken over the course of the semester.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

* Bachelor's Degree on the instrument that will be taught and/or equivalent experience

* Demonstrated knowledge of effective strategies for integrating students with varying stages of musical development

* Ability to assess and grade the progress of students

* Advanced communication (verbal, written, and interpersonal) and organizational skills

* Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

* Proven background in providing dynamic instruction with the ability to integrate industry, professional, and life experiences into a classroom learning environment in either large or small groups

COMPETENCIES

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES

* Service Focus

* Communication

* Quality of Work

VERY IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

* Time Utilization

* Collaboration

IMPORTANT COMPETENCIES

* Adaptability

* Continuous Improvement

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE/TRAINING

* Prior instructional experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

(The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

* The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment;

* The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated;

* Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.;

* Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Special

Note:

This is a Part-Time Non-Bargaining Unit Position, with the following Set Rate of Pay: $42.00/ hour.

If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement:
Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.