Prep Faculty - Viola

Job Summary

The Cleveland Institute of Music seeks a dynamic and skilled viola teacher to join its faculty and teach primarily in the Academy In keeping with CIM's Mission, Vision and Institutional Learning Goals, the Institute cultivates musical artistry among a broad range of students, including the college-level Conservatory student, pre-college students receiving instruction through CIM's Academy program, as well as college-level students seeking music instruction through one of CIM's partnership with Case Western Reserve University. This position is intended to fill applied instructional needs within CIM's Academy and Public Programs. The instructional scope of this role therefore includes teaching applied lessons to beginner-level students with little or no previous experience on the instrument, to high school students preparing for serious collegiate study, all the way through the occasional adult learners through our Continuing Education program. All Academy students, from beginners to advanced learners, participate in a comprehensive, rigorous curriculum that includes core musicianship classes and ensembles.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

ACADEMY TEACHING

• Teach weekly applied lessons to youth of varying ages and stages of development, from beginners to advanced, and studio classes as assigned.
• Teach assigned students within CIM's Musical Pathway Fellowship, a program within the Academy that provides opportunities and resources for Black and Latinx students to thrive.
• Prepare students for regular performance participation.
• Prepare students for various assessment requirements that exist within the Academy Curriculum.
• Potentially coach chamber music or sectionals as assigned.
• Maintain regular communication with students, families, and staff.
• Participate and contribute meaningfully to faculty meetings.
• Assess performance jury and audition panels.
• Participate in recruitment activities and auditions as assigned and work with the Academy staff to develop recruitment strategies.

Education, Experience and Qualifications

A qualified candidate will possess:

• A master's degree in viola performance or music education with a concentration in strings, or demonstrated relevant experience.
• A minimum of 5 years' experience working with students of various ages and abilities.
• A track record as a successful solo, chamber, large ensemble and/or orchestra performer.
• A broad knowledge of various teaching pedagogies.
• An extensive knowledge of the diverse repertoire necessary to teach students of varying levels, backgrounds, and experience.

Personal Attributes

The ideal candidate is an excellent musician whose experience and passion are oriented towards guiding, developing and nurturing the growth of musicians of all ages. This role requires excellent communication skills, creativity, and flexibility.

• Critical Thinking: Solving problems on your own using creative thinking and making informed decisions using thoughtful analysis.
• Problem Solving: Effectively and swiftly making decisions objectively.
• Teamwork: Working dependably and flexibly within a team environment, and with dependability, a high level of reliability, responsibility, and trustworthiness.
• Interpersonal Skills: How you communicate and interact with those around you.
• Intrinsically Motivated: Positive and passionate about your job and motivated by internal forces.
• Responsiveness: Consistent and timely response in communications, planning and decision-making.
• Committed to CIM's mission, vision, values and Institutional Learning Goals.
• Curious, creative, and imaginative in one's own artistry and aspirations.
• Familiar with trends and best practices in higher education and musical pedagogy, with a firmly developed personal approach to teaching and student development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; responsive to all stakeholders.
• Organized, disciplined, reliable, and driven.
• Able to take concrete steps to build a more diverse and equitable future of classical music.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

The successful candidate will need to be available to teach on Saturdays as determined by the CIM Academy curriculum, in addition to teaching collegiate students on weekdays.