Violin Instructor

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

This position will recruit and teach violin students at elementary through advanced levels for both pre-college and adults.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach non-college elementary, intermediate, and advanced violin students with emphasis on basic technique and command of appropriate repertoire.
• Evaluate students to determine appropriate skill level.
• Recruit and maintain studio of non-college violin students.
• Participate in activities such as, but not limited to, departmental student auditions, Friday Night Recital adjudication, concerts, workshops, class performances, and faculty meetings.
• Cooperate with and encourage students to audition for the orchestra conductors and chamber music program as appropriate.
• Assist students with recording sessions for auditions, competitions, etc.
• Maintain lesson schedule.
• Hold regular studio recitals.
• Arrange performance opportunities for students, as appropriate.

OTHER REQUIRED DUTIES:

• Attend school and departmental events.
• Hold parent meetings/conferences to address student problems or issues.
• Evaluate students as appropriate.
• Perform administrative tasks associated with students’ attendance and performance records.
• Provide counseling related to student’s musical development.
• Perform other related duties.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Master degree or higher, or equivalent professional experience preferred with significant interest and 10+ years of experience in teaching violin.
• Active performing/studio career preferred.
• Ability to contribute to a positive, supportive team environment required.
• Ability to work with a diverse student population required.
• Good communication skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Physical:

Must be able to see, hear, feel, and use hands to type and grasp objects with fingers. Primarily sedentary with intermittent standing, walking, bending, and stooping; occasional light lifting and carrying of objects weighing 25 pounds or less; light to heavy repetitive use of hands, wrists and forearms while working on a computer.

Emotional:

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships involving interactions and communications personally, by phone and in writing with a variety of individuals and/or groups of individuals from diverse backgrounds on a regular, on-going basis; ability to concentrate on detailed tasks for extended periods of time and/or intermittently while attending to other responsibilities; ability to work effectively under pressure on multiple tasks concurrently while meeting established deadlines and changing priorities.

Working conditions:

Primarily indoor office environment; frequent contact with and interruptions by individuals in person or by phone.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

This is a part-time, non-exempt, onsite position. The hourly pay range is $70.00 to $95.00 commensurate with skills, experience, and ability level. The Colburn School offers paid sick leave and a 403(b)-retirement plan, subject to eligibility requirements.

TO APPLY

Applicants should submit the following materials through the Colburn School’s Careers portal at www.colburnschool.edu/careers.

• Cover letter
• Statement of Teaching Philosophy
• CV

ABOUT THE COLBURN SCHOOL

The Colburn School is a world-renowned performing arts institution located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles. Its mission is to provide the highest quality performing arts education at all levels of development in music and dance, and to foster a vibrant community through a wide range of performances, events, and educational activities.

The Colburn School trains students, from beginners to those about to embark on professional careers. Each year, more than 2,000 students from around the world come to Colburn to benefit from the renowned faculty, exceptional facilities, and focus on excellence that unites the community.

The academic units of the school provide a complete spectrum of music and dance education:

Conservatory of Music - The diploma- and degree-granting Conservatory of Music is distinguished by a unique all-scholarship model, renowned faculty, and outstanding performance opportunities. It prepares the highest level of collegiate musicians for professional careers.

The Music Academy is a highly selective training program for gifted young pre-collegiate musicians, designed to prepare students for conservatory study and performing careers at the highest levels of achievement. This residential program balances performance, musical instruction, and academics.

The Community School of Performing Arts welcomes students of all ages, from seven months old to adults. It offers over 120 classes each year in orchestral instruments, piano, guitar, voice, jazz, music theory, drama, and ensembles including orchestra, choir, and chamber music.

The Trudl Zipper Dance Institute develops performers of all levels, from the pre-professional ballet program in the Dance Academy to beginners starting in Youth Dance. Students of all levels receive training in ballet, tap, and modern genres as part of a comprehensive dance education.

Center for Innovation and Community Impact was created to empower the musical and dance leaders of tomorrow by nurturing students’ passion and ability to serve their communities, preparing them for sustainable careers, and embracing the development of innovative ideas. The Colburn School partners with 15 Los Angeles Unified School District schools, 13 of which receive Title I funding, to provide interactive and engaging concerts and instructional sessions to 5,000 students every year.

The Colburn School is currently constructing a transformational addition to our downtown Los Angeles campus, designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry with acoustics by acclaimed Nagata Acoustics. This monumental project reflects a deep commitment to both the community and our students and will feature world-class performance venues and innovative learning spaces that foster collaboration and interdisciplinary partnerships throughout the region.