Voice Faculty
Description
AMDA College of the Performing Arts, with campuses in New York City and Hollywood, is one of the foremost post-secondary performing arts colleges in the country. AMDA offers various pathways for students to receive unparalleled performing arts education taught by world-class industry professionals, including Professional Conservatory Certificates as well as undergraduate and graduate degrees (Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Associate of Occupational Studies, Master of Fine Arts and Master of Arts).
Primary Responsibilities:
- Instructing students in establishing and reinforcing vocal techniques that contribute to authentic vocal performances in many styles/genres and provide insight into long-term management of vocal health
- Providing creative instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules
- Creating and maintaining an environment that emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking
- Evaluating the progress of students concerning educational matters and grading student work
- Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics both online and in-person
- Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member
- Maintaining accurate academic records
- Maintaining the online Learning Management System (Canvas) and utilizing it to sustain student engagement
- Contributing to the school community, including committee participation, active engagement in required training and initiatives, and viewing student performances.
- Maintaining consistent communication and accurate reporting.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree (minimum) / master’s degree or higher (preferred) / or comparable educational or professional experience.
- College-level teaching plus a willingness to learn curriculum-specific material, is required.
- Applicants will have experience in providing and maintaining a professional studio and performance atmosphere within the classroom.
- Successful applicants will have demonstrated an ability to work effectively with diverse populations and varying proficiency levels.
- Applicants will be able to communicate with students in a positive and effective manner.
- AMDA differentiates itself from other performing arts colleges by having students learn from working faculty. Applicants must have performance experience within the industry; preference will be given to instructors with recent/current performance credits.
- Experience teaching musicianship, piano, and sight singing is a plus.
Position Information:
- The regular schedule for this role is based on department needs.
- The pay range for this position is $40-$60 per hour, based on qualifications. Administrative and tasks assigned or approved outside of classroom teaching hours will be paid at a standard hourly rate of $35.
- This position is subject to a background check upon a conditional offer of employment and a reference check.
- This is a fully in person role.
Diversity and Qualifications:
AMDA is fully committed to diversity, inclusivity, and equity throughout the teaching and learning process. We encourage applications from individuals who have extensive experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.
Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' development and learning styles.
Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' development and learning styles.
Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
AMDA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in which no person is subjected to discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, supervision, promotion, working conditions, termination, layoff, demotion, transfer, compensation, and training.