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JOB TITLE

Wisconsin Conservatory of MusicFaculty

EMPLOYMENT TYPE

Part-time

LOCATION

WCMFacultywork at our 3 WCMlocationsand at over 50 partner sites throughoutthe greater Milwaukeemetro area.

HOURS

Hours aredeterminedbased on availabilityand teachingassignmentandrange from 3-25 hours per week.

START DATE

Applications arereviewedand interviews arescheduledon a rolling basisthroughout the year.

After a period of review, offers of employmentare extended to candidates at three points during the year:

• EarlyDecember-for private lessons and group classes beginning in spring

• EarlyApril- for private lessons and group classes beginning in summer

• EarlyAugust- forCommunity Partnerships, private lesson and group classesbeginning in fall

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Joina team ofhighly qualifiedmusicianswhoare at the heart of our mission, providing exceptional instruction through private lessons, group classes, early childhood programs, and our extensive Community Partnerships initiatives.

Early Childhood

• Faculty teaching in our Early Childhood programreceiveextensive, paid training and mentorship.

• WCM EC instructors, along with their caregivers, lead students agedbirth through 4 indevelopmentallyappropriate musicalactivities.

• Early Childhood faculty teach at our 3 branches as well as in our Community Partnerships programs.

Group Classes/Ensembles

• WCM faculty teach group classes in blues, chamber music, jazz, music appreciation, piano, rock, and Suzuki strings.

• Lesson plans are provided for group classes.

• Area coordinatorsassistfaculty with curriculum development and mentorship.

Private Lessons

• Private Lesson instructors teach34 weeksduring the academic year and8weeksduring the summerat our three locations.

• Studentregistration, scheduling, billing, and payment aremanaged through our Student Services team.

• Students take30-, 45-, or 60-minutelessons, depending upon their age and ability levels.

Community Partnerships

• Through our Community Partnerships program, faculty take music education beyond the Conservatory walls tonearly60public and private schools, early childhood centers, and retirement communities.

• Faculty receive extensive, paid training, observation hours, and mentorship prior to placementat a Community Partnerships site.

• The Education Teamhandles all class scheduling as well asprovidinglesson plans and classroom instruments to all Community Partnershipsteachers.

All WCM Teaching Artists receive ongoing support and guidance fromWCM'sEducation Team, Professional DevelopmentSeries, and Peer Mentorship Program.Our faculty further enriches the community with our Faculty Performance Series, School Recruitment Initiative, andnumerouspublic events.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Specific responsibilities vary by placement.

Wisconsin Conservatory of Music

The Wisconsin Conservatory of Music is the state's largest non-profit community music school. Founded in 1899, the Conservatory is committed to providing musical education to individuals of all abilities, ranging frominfantsto senior citizens. The Conservatory works to develop creative, artistic, and whole individuals. The Conservatory annually reaches over10,000 individualsacross southeast Wisconsin through individual lessons, classes, and Community Partnerships. The Community Partnerships outreach program is the primary tool used by the Conservatory to reach underserved populations in southeastern Wisconsin.Without dedicated faculty serving this population, many of these students would not have access to music instruction.

The Conservatory's mission is: "Inspiring individuals and communities through exceptional music education,accessible to all."

We hold the values of Excellence, Inclusion, Empathy, and Integrity.

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Milwaukee is the largest metropolitan area in Wisconsin and is situated on the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan. The city boasts a rich cultural heritage and is home to several attractions, including Summerfest (the world's largest music festival), the Milwaukee Art Museum, the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, the Milwaukee Repertory Theater, and a highly active festival season in the summer and fall. It is a thriving and growing metropolitan region ranked in the Top 50 Best Places to Live by USNews.com.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in music or 3 to 5 years of teaching experience.

• Experience leading groups of children (in classrooms, youth groups, community organizations, camps, childcare facilities, etc.).

• Bilingual music educators are strongly encouraged to apply.

Related Experience Individual will join a team of faculty committed to providing access to the highest level of music education to all members of society. The successful candidate must show exceptional maturity and leadership and an ability to effectively communicate and follow the mission of the Conservatory and the policies of the President and Board of Directors.

BENEFITS

The Conservatory provides the following benefitsto all part-time faculty:

• 403(b) plan with a 5% employer match.

• Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Complimentary ticket to Conservatory resident performances.

• 50% off Conservatory tuition for employees and employee family members.

• Free use of practice roomsbased on availability.