Localisation :

Edwardsville, IL United States

Date de publication :

2024-12-18

Description :

VIEW ORIGINAL POSTING: https://www.siue.edu/employment/cas/FA25-036.shtml ● Southern lllinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for a faculty position at the rank of Instructor to assume the duties of Director of the SIUE Suzuki Program and instructor of undergraduate and graduate Suzuki pedagogy courses. The successful candidate must be a Suzuki Association of the Americas (SAA) Violin Teacher Trainer, will administer a nationally recognized Suzuki String Program, and be able to successfully attract and retain student participants to both the community (pre-college) program as well as the university Suzuki Pedagogy program. The candidate will lead by example by demonstrating commitment and collegiality with fellow faculty, build community engagement, and foster music education in children in a nurturing environment. ● Terms of Appointment: Full-time, academic year appointment beginning Fall 2025 Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment. ● Application Process: – Letter of application/interest letter specifically addressing duties described above – Curriculum Vitae – List of three references – Unofficial transcripts – Philosophy of teaching statement / Teaching portfolio – Unedited teaching video segments (max 15 minutes) for 3 different levels of your own studio students (not institute teaching): beginning (Books 1-3), intermediate (4-6), advanced (7+) – Unedited performance video: 2 contrasting works of your choosing at the level or above the Mozart concerti (recordings must be from the past 5 years). – Provide accessible links for all video submissions via a streaming service such as YouTube, Vimeo, etc. Submit the above materials with the Subject Line: “SIUE Suzuki Search” to: Dr. Lenora Anop Search Committee Chair lanop@siue.edu ● Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin February 1st, 2025, and continue until the position is filled

Fonctions :

● Duties within the Community Program: – Provide artistic and administrative leadership for a nationally recognized Suzuki String Program; attract and retain pre-college students and family participants in violin, viola, cello, and Early Childhood education. Manage a teaching staff and graduate students, and teach private and group lessons in the SIUE Suzuki community program. – Organize and facilitate projects such as the biennial Advanced Ensemble tour; design and manage the Suzuki Program’s biennial Suzuki Workshop Weekend; Co-Direct and teach at the Suzuki Program’s annual String Development Camp; plan community outreach engagement events including concerts, festivals, All-State clinics, summer workshops, and camps. ● Duties within the University Program: – Teach “Development and Teaching of Strings” (MUS465) and recruit graduate university students wishing to earn Suzuki registered violin teacher training. – Collaborate with SIUE University string faculty. Encourage diverse cross-campus involvement and collaborate with other string ensembles (such as playing in the SIUE Orchestra) Provide an environment for high expectations and artistry; develop and foster opportunities for diversity and inclusivity.

Qualifications :

– Suzuki / SAA credentialed (violin) Teacher Trainer – M.M. (or equivalent) degree in violin – Performance or Music Education – Demonstrated interest in and/or experience in recruiting and retaining students from a diverse population – Commitment to excellence in teaching and Suzuki philosophy – Established reputation as a Suzuki teacher and pedagogue by having experience training Suzuki violin teachers in Suzuki registered training courses. – Demonstrated experience collaborating with colleagues within and beyond one’s primary Suzuki program/studio.

Salaire :

Salary commensurate with experience Employee Benefits: To support faculty in balancing work and family obligations, SIUE offers an exceptional array of comprehensive benefits including: *Medical, dental and vision insurance; *Life insurance; *SURS retirement plan; *Supplemental retirement savings plans; *Generous holiday schedule; *WorkLife programs; *Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness); *Employee discounts (local and national retailers); *Flexible Spending Account Program; *University tuition waivers (Employee and Dependents). For more information, visit: SIUE Office of Human Resources- Benefits https://www.siue.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.shtml

Contact :

Dr. Lenora Anop Search Committee Chair lanop@siue.edu

https://www.siue.edu/employment/cas/FA25-036.shtml

lanop@siue.edu