Need Artist in Residence, Teacher of Voice in Hamilton, NY
Job title: Artist in Residence, Teacher of Voice
Company: Colgate University
Job description: Position Information
Job Category Casual Wage
Position Title Artist in Residence, Teacher of Voice
Full Time/Part Time Part Time
Division Dean of the Faculty
Department Music
Wage/Salary Range $59.20 / hour
Department Statement
Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.
Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.
This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.
Accountabilities
The Artist in Residence, Teacher of Voice is a yearly renewable position. The annual term of service is 9 months.
Artist in Residence Responsibilities:
- Assist with student recruitment and assess admissions portfolios
- Participate in student advising as relevant, and additional duties as needed.
- Build and sustain a successful program for teaching students who desire voice lessons, with the breadth of application in mind, including students participating in University Chorus, acapella groups, musical theater, opera, and willing to address additional needs and interests as they arise
- Prepare students for Junior and Senior Recitals
- Commitment to continued growth in a national/international career as a vocal artist
- Commitment to outreach and collaborations with Department of Music Faculty and University Ensemble Directors
- Support the Music Department's commitment to inclusivity and empowering students by exploring and realizing collaborative possibilities beyond the department, with a focus on interdisciplinary arts initiatives, cultural events, and cross-disciplinary opportunities
- Actively support the evolving interests of the vocally oriented student groups on campus.
- Demonstrated ability to initiate and maintain off campus musical relationships
- Teach voice lessons to students, focusing on vocal techniques, breathing exercises, pitch control, and performance skills.
- Develop and implement lesson plans catering to students' needs and skill levels.
- Select appropriate vocal repertoire and musical pieces for students to work on during lessons and performances.
- Stay updated with current trends and developments in vocal pedagogy and incorporate innovative teaching methods into lessons.
- Prepare students for Junior and Senior Recitals
- Significant professional performing experience as a vocalist
- Significant experience teaching voice at the college level
- Master's degree in music, voice performance or related field
- Bachelor's degree in voice is required
- Master's degree in music, voice performance or related field preferred
- Proven experience as a vocal instructor, preferably at the collegiate level or equivalent professional experience.
- Strong vocal proficiency and a demonstrated ability to teach a variety of vocal styles, languages, and genres.
- Ability to effectively communicate and work with students of diverse backgrounds and skill levels
- Familiarity with current and evolving vocal pedagogy research and techniques.
- Professional performing experience as a vocalist preferred
- A Master's degree in music, voice performance or related field is required
- A Bachelor's degree in voice is required
- A Master's degree in music, voice performance or related field preferred