University of Northwestern - St. Paul is hiring: ACADEMY OF MUSIC INSTRUCTOR, Ac

ACADEMY OF MUSIC INSTRUCTOR, Academy of Music

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Our Academy of Music Instructors are responsible to provide weekly private lessons to members of the community. This is a part-time position based on instructor and student schedules.

What will I do in this position?

Essential job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Provide 30, 45 or 60 minute weekly lessons each semester to students from the community.
• Confirm all lessons within 24 hours after receipt of student names, discuss schedules, make up lessons and other issues directly with student’s parents.
• Submit changes in scheduling or student lists and mandatory forms to the Academy Office in writing.
• Check email and voice mail daily.

Secondary job responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Be conscious of lesson time, especially with back-to-back lessons.
• Make up any missed lesson time if tardy/absent to lesson.
• Call the Academy Office on sick days, emergencies, etc. and turn in lesson availability, attendance forms and recital information to the Academy Office on the posted due dates.
• Assist with other duties as requested by the Director of Academy of Music.

What will it take to succeed in this position?

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required; concentration in music preferred
• One year of teaching or related experience required
• Continually nurture a personal relationship with Jesus Christ; serve as a consistent witness for Jesus Christ; maintain a kind, Christ-like attitude in dealing with and ministering to people within and outside of Northwestern; and faithfully uphold and embrace Northwestern’s mission, doctrinal statement, and Declaration of Christian Community.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to interact with a variety of individuals in a professional, tactful and courteous manner
• At least one year of previous teaching experience
• Ability to maintain confidential information and abide by all FERPA regulations
• Ability to pass the background check upon hire and periodically throughout the course of employment

Work Environment:

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university alongside those with a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ and a commitment to the mission and values of the University and an agreement to abide by all University policies.

What are the benefits of working at Northwestern?

Compensation Range: $23.00/hr – $46.00/hr (based upon experience and qualifications)

Benefits offered include:

• A team committed to an Uplifting & Unwavering future
• Onsite complementary access to athletic, music and theatre events

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you placed your faith in Jesus Christ for personal salvation?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please describe the circumstances surrounding your becoming a follower of Christ.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * I have read the Declaration of Christian Community and, if employed by Northwestern, would live by and uphold the principles and expectations it contains throughout my employment at Northwestern.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Below, please indicate any reservations you have regarding UNW's Declaration of Christian Community.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * I have read the University of Northwestern - St Paul's Doctrinal Statement and am in agreement with it. Furthermore, I am affiliated with a church whose doctrinal statement and Christian community are substantially in agreement with it.
  • Yes
  • No
• * Why do you want to teach at the Academy of Music?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is the primary instrument you desire to teach? Are you qualified to teach any other instruments?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you had any teaching experience or music education training that may benefit your ability to teach privately?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have experience teaching or leading children in an educational setting? If so, please describe.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Have you received any awards or honors as a musician or music student? If so, please list.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please list any past involvement with music ensembles or performing experience.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Describe your teaching style. Include how you motivate your students and monitor their progress.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What method books/resources would you use to teach a beginning level student?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * List three important qualities you feel an effective music teacher should have.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * What is the maximum number of students you are able to teach per semester?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please list instruments you play and the number of years of private study with each.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * List any additional information regarding your experience or qualifications as they relate to this position.

  (Open Ended Question)

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents