Job Description/Overview:
The Music Institute of Chicago seeks enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly qualified music instructors to join our exceptional faculty of 130+ professionals for both individual and classroom instruction in support of its mission. Instructors with experience teaching orchestral instruments, voice, guitar, piano, ensembles/chamber music, early childhood music programs, jazz, and/or music theory are encouraged to apply.
Join us in nurturing the next generation of musicians!
Depending on candidates’ availability and demand by department, positions range from teaching a few hours per week to more than 20 hours per week, with preference given to those who are willing to teach on multiple days and/or at multiple MIC locations. Successful candidates will have a genuine love of teaching students of all ages and levels — be skilled at fostering a positive learning environment and helping them reach their goals through inspirational teaching.
MIC provides multiple professional development and performance opportunities for its faculty throughout the year, including on-site training/certifications. Students of MIC faculty benefit from comprehensive programs — including Smart Start early childhood, music theory, ensembles, Suzuki programs, the RCM certificate program, and the prestigious Academy program — as well as performance opportunities at MIC locations, including Nichols Concert Hall.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in music performance or music education/ pedagogy. Master’s degree in music performance or music education/pedagogy preferred
- 3+ years of studio teaching (instrumental instruction) or classroom instruction (music theory and early childhood) per applied area
- Strong knowledge of area-specific technique and pedagogy
- Experience educating diverse student groups (young children, teens, adults) and levels (beginning, intermediate, advanced)
- Proven ability to successfully develop a studio of students from beginning through intermediate/advanced levels and foster a positive learning environment
- Suzuki certification (violin, viola, cello, bass, guitar, harp, flute, piano) preferred
- Respected performance credentials preferred (individual instruction areas)
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Additional pedagogical training/certifications a plus
Responsibilities
- Teach weekly lessons/classes as required, including instrumental/vocal technique/repertoire and/or area-specific subjects (early childhood, music theory, etc.). MIC includes two 17-week semesters and one 6-7 week summer session each year.
- Develop a thriving studio at MIC by using effective pedagogical methods and creating a supportive, encouraging atmosphere that engages students and their families.
- Participate in department meetings and staff meetings as needed/required.
- Maintain accurate attendance records for lessons/classes.
- Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to students and their families at weekly lessons/classes and as required through regular progress reports.
- Showcase student progress on recitals and other performance opportunities at MIC.
- Handle basic administrative communications with students, their families, and MIC staff promptly and effectively.
- Coordinate scheduling of lessons, student performance opportunities, and meetings.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest teaching methods and trends in music education.
- Encourage student involvement in comprehensive programs at MIC (early childhood, music theory, ensembles, Suzuki program, performances, etc.).
- Encourage new students to study at MIC.
Additional responsibilities as required
Hourly Rate:
Pay rates are determined based on experience and qualifications.
Comprehensive benefits (full-time positions only):
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Employee discount for lessons/classes at the Music Institute of Chicago
- 403b retirement contribution
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Paid sick days
- Medical expense and dependent care reimbursement
- Professional development opportunities
How to Apply:
Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter and resume to HR@musicinst.org. Please include the position title in the subject line of your email.