Artist-Teacher:

Ensembles, Jazz & Contemporar 6RC Cambridge, MA Job Details 1 hour ago Qualifications Teaching Full Job Description The Artist-Teacher of Ensembles will guide one or more ensembles in Longy's Jazz & Contemporary Music department, which may traverse a variety of styles and traditions from around the world and throughout historical practices. Particular ensemble focuses may include the Foundations Ensemble; the South American Jazz Ensemble, focusing on the jazz traditions from various South American countries and communities; the Fringe Ensemble, modeled after Boston's iconic jazz ensemble; and other ensembles as needs arise. Familiarity with each style listed above is not necessary. Both instrumentalists and vocalists are encouraged to apply. Responsibilities Run an ensemble for graduate-level students Attend and provide professional feedback on graduate student admission auditions, dress rehearsals, and recitals Provide recommendations and support to students seeking to pursue graduate or doctoral study Counsel students on performance and teaching job opportunities and summer programs post-graduation Creatively incorporate elements of the Longy mission "to prepare musicians to make a difference in the world" into lesson delivery Participate in large school events including full faculty meetings and departmental meetings Enthusiastically take steps to raise the profile of Longy and its Jazz and Contemporary Music Department Evaluate and grade the performance of your ensemble students, according to the grading standards of Longy Provide ongoing assessment of student progress and development and take steps to accommodate the needs of students with individual learning styles Provide curricular recommendations to conservatory advisors about failing students Communicate with Longy advisors about students who are struggling emotionally Qualifications Qualified candidates will possess an outstanding record as a teacher and performer, with a strong national or international reputation. An advanced degree in music or demonstrated equivalent is required. Candidates with a minimum of three years of teaching in higher education are preferred.