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Western Kentucky University WKU String Academy - Pre-college Violin Instructor in Bowling Green, Kentucky

Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Staff Posted On: Tue Apr 16 2024 Job Description:

The WKU String Academy seeks a pre-college instructor of violin to teach students ages 4 to 18 individual and group lessons. Lessons and classes are scheduled throughout the week during the Spring and Fall semesters (15 weeks each). The ideal candidate must be a strong performer with effective instructional skills, possess an ability to recruit and retain a vibrant studio of pre-college violinists, and have a willingness to develop and grow their teaching. This position includes potential summer festival teaching at the WKU String Academy.

The WKU String Academy is a preparatory program for violin and viola students housed at Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, KY. It fosters an environment that is both nurturing and demanding, providing students with the opportunity to study a string instrument from the beginning to advanced levels. Solo recitals, group concerts, public performances, and master classes by world-renowned artists provide students with outstanding developmental opportunities. Our pedagogy is based around the principles of Shinichi Suzuki, with strong influences from Mimi Zweig and Paul Rolland.

Duties

  • Teach private lessons to students ages 4 to 18

  • Lead group classes for students ages 4 to 18

  • Participate in and attend student recitals

  • Communicate and work closely with WKU String Academy Director

  • Communicate clearly and effectively with student caregivers

  • Participate in local outreach and recruiting events

  • Stay updated with current trends and developments in string pedagogy

Potential opportunities

  • Area orchestral performing

  • Work with a local non-profit musical outreach organization

    Job Requirements:

  • Bachelors degree in music performance or music education (violin or viola)

  • Training in pedagogy (registered Suzuki training, university-level courses, etc.)

  • Experience teaching applied violin lessons

  • Proficiency in violin or viola playing for performance and demonstration

    Additional Information:

Hourly Rate: $45-$60

Guaranteed 20 hours per week during the Fall and Spring semesters (15 weeks each) for the first year.

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.

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