Teaching Artist - Strings

Job Description: Teaching Artist - Strings

Organization: Phoenix Conservatory of Music

Rate of Pay: Between $22-$32 per hour

Position Summary:

The Teaching Artist will play a vital role in providing high-quality music education to students of all ages and backgrounds. They will foster a positive and inclusive learning environment, encouraging students to develop their musical skills, creativity, and self-expression.

Responsibilities:

• Teach a variety of music classes, including private lessons, group classes, and ensemble rehearsals.
• Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that align with the Conservatory's curriculum.
• Collaborate with other teaching artists and staff to create a supportive and collaborative learning community.
• Participate in outreach and community engagement activities to promote the Conservatory and its programs.
• Adhere to all Conservatory policies and procedures, including attendance, aligning with mission and values, and student safety.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in music performance, music education, or a related field.
• Strong musical ability and pedagogical skills.
• Experience teaching music to students of various ages and levels.
• Experience teaching varied genres of music, including popular and commercial music
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for music education and a commitment to providing a positive learning experience for all students.

Examples of how a teaching artist can demonstrate PCM values:

1. Community:

• Student-Led Ensembles: Help student-led ensembles like a rock band or a folk group. This encourages collaboration, leadership skills, and allows students to share their musical passions with peers.

Education:

• Global Music Exploration: Integrate world music into the curriculum. Explore instruments and styles from different cultures to broaden student perspectives and foster an appreciation for musical diversity.
• Technology Integration: Utilize music creation software and online learning platforms to enhance the learning experience. This caters to tech-savvy students and allows for exploration of music production techniques.

Accessibility & Empowerment:

• Financial Aid Programs: Advocate for scholarships or financial aid opportunities for students who might otherwise not be able to afford music lessons. This ensures music education is accessible to a wider audience.
• Composition Workshops: Organize workshops focused on music composition for students of all skill levels. Encourage students to create their own music, fostering self-expression and confidence.

Character:

• Social-Emotional Learning through Music: Use music to teach social-emotional skills like teamwork, empathy, and perseverance. Collaborative song-writing or group improvisation exercises can cultivate these valuable life skills.
• Model Lifelong Learning: Continually update your own musical knowledge and skills. Share your learning journey with students to inspire them to be lifelong learners themselves.