Chicago Artists Coalition
Suzuki Violin Instructor - Merit Music in Communities
Chicago Artists Coalition, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
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Description
Merit School of Music seeks a Suzuki Violin Instructor to teach beginning and intermediate students through the Merit Music in Communities (MMIC) program, primarily in the Brighton Park and Pilsen neighborhoods. Students in the MMIC program are comprised of beginning through advanced levels in grades 2nd – 8th. The violin instructor can expect to teach 12-14 hours per week in various schools and locations centered around these neighborhoods.Organization OverviewMerit School of Music is a community music school located in Chicago's West Loop. Our primary goals are to help young people transform their lives and experience personal growth through music by providing access to sustained participation. For more than 40 years, we have been home to a diverse community of talented young musicians. Our 125 passionate and experienced teaching artists provide access to high-quality music education, engaging over 3,000 students annually at our downtown location and in area schools and community centers.Merit is committed to building a world where historically underrepresented groups can access quality music education and continually examines our efforts in this area.Reporting RelationshipThe Suzuki Violin Instructor reports to the Strings, Orchestra, and Chamber Music Program Director.Responsibilities of Violin Instructor include, but are not limited to:Teaching and Instruction – 85%Teach weekly group classes to students in grades two through eight.Prepare students for performances two to three times per year.Follow Merit's benchmarks for large ensemble instruction.Support students' growth through Merit's continuum of programming.Administrative Duties – 15%Record student attendance and provide student assessments and recommendations for supplemental program offerings.Assist the Strings Program Manager with instrument and supply distribution and collection.Facilitate communication with band students and parents about student behavior, attendance, and upcoming performances and programs.Attend Merit faculty meetings and departmental meetings.Other projects as assigned.Additionally, MMiC faculty will also be eligible to teach in Merit’s Private Lesson program at our main campus.Skills and QualificationsMust-have Characteristics:Bachelor's degree in music or equivalent experience/training.Registration in a minimum of Every Child Can (ECC) and Violin or Viola Book 1 with the Suzuki Association of the Americas (SAA).Demonstrated success teaching beginning violin in a small group setting of similar age (2nd – 8th grade) and in private lessons.Proven track record in retaining and recruiting students.Ability to communicate effectively and work well with Merit staff and partnering leadership.Punctual, professional, and collegial.Proven commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Antiracism (IDEA) work.The ability to reliably travel via car or public transportation to the Brighton Park and Pilsen neighborhoods.Preferred, but not required:Experience working with staff liaison, administration, and fellow teachers to support the strings program.ScheduleThe violin instructor can expect to teach 12-14 hours per week at various schools in the Chicagoland area, with most hours focused in the Brighton Park and Pilsen neighborhoods. Violin classes are typically an hour long and held once or twice a week during after-school hours (between 3:00-6:00 pm).Compensation and ApplicationHourly base rates are calculated using a proprietary method that considers years of experience, recruitment/retention skills, studio size, education, and established success as a teacher.Based on the median group class rate for teachers hired in the last year, we expect this role to pay $625 per week over 25 weeks of teaching.Offsite faculty are reimbursed for mileage as calculated from Merit's main campus.Full-time faculty (780 annual teaching hours) qualify for insurance benefits. 401K eligibility requires 500 annual teaching hours and one year of employment.To apply, please upload your resume detailing your relevant experience and qualifications for this role. Please apply before Monday, August 26, 2024. Materials should be compatible with Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF.ALAANA/BIPOC people, trans and gender nonconforming people, and women are encouraged to apply.Compensation:
~$625 per week over 25 teaching weeks depending on experience.
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Description
Merit School of Music seeks a Suzuki Violin Instructor to teach beginning and intermediate students through the Merit Music in Communities (MMIC) program, primarily in the Brighton Park and Pilsen neighborhoods. Students in the MMIC program are comprised of beginning through advanced levels in grades 2nd – 8th. The violin instructor can expect to teach 12-14 hours per week in various schools and locations centered around these neighborhoods.Organization OverviewMerit School of Music is a community music school located in Chicago's West Loop. Our primary goals are to help young people transform their lives and experience personal growth through music by providing access to sustained participation. For more than 40 years, we have been home to a diverse community of talented young musicians. Our 125 passionate and experienced teaching artists provide access to high-quality music education, engaging over 3,000 students annually at our downtown location and in area schools and community centers.Merit is committed to building a world where historically underrepresented groups can access quality music education and continually examines our efforts in this area.Reporting RelationshipThe Suzuki Violin Instructor reports to the Strings, Orchestra, and Chamber Music Program Director.Responsibilities of Violin Instructor include, but are not limited to:Teaching and Instruction – 85%Teach weekly group classes to students in grades two through eight.Prepare students for performances two to three times per year.Follow Merit's benchmarks for large ensemble instruction.Support students' growth through Merit's continuum of programming.Administrative Duties – 15%Record student attendance and provide student assessments and recommendations for supplemental program offerings.Assist the Strings Program Manager with instrument and supply distribution and collection.Facilitate communication with band students and parents about student behavior, attendance, and upcoming performances and programs.Attend Merit faculty meetings and departmental meetings.Other projects as assigned.Additionally, MMiC faculty will also be eligible to teach in Merit’s Private Lesson program at our main campus.Skills and QualificationsMust-have Characteristics:Bachelor's degree in music or equivalent experience/training.Registration in a minimum of Every Child Can (ECC) and Violin or Viola Book 1 with the Suzuki Association of the Americas (SAA).Demonstrated success teaching beginning violin in a small group setting of similar age (2nd – 8th grade) and in private lessons.Proven track record in retaining and recruiting students.Ability to communicate effectively and work well with Merit staff and partnering leadership.Punctual, professional, and collegial.Proven commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity & Antiracism (IDEA) work.The ability to reliably travel via car or public transportation to the Brighton Park and Pilsen neighborhoods.Preferred, but not required:Experience working with staff liaison, administration, and fellow teachers to support the strings program.ScheduleThe violin instructor can expect to teach 12-14 hours per week at various schools in the Chicagoland area, with most hours focused in the Brighton Park and Pilsen neighborhoods. Violin classes are typically an hour long and held once or twice a week during after-school hours (between 3:00-6:00 pm).Compensation and ApplicationHourly base rates are calculated using a proprietary method that considers years of experience, recruitment/retention skills, studio size, education, and established success as a teacher.Based on the median group class rate for teachers hired in the last year, we expect this role to pay $625 per week over 25 weeks of teaching.Offsite faculty are reimbursed for mileage as calculated from Merit's main campus.Full-time faculty (780 annual teaching hours) qualify for insurance benefits. 401K eligibility requires 500 annual teaching hours and one year of employment.To apply, please upload your resume detailing your relevant experience and qualifications for this role. Please apply before Monday, August 26, 2024. Materials should be compatible with Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF.ALAANA/BIPOC people, trans and gender nonconforming people, and women are encouraged to apply.Compensation:
~$625 per week over 25 teaching weeks depending on experience.
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