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Voice Instructor

Primary Purpose

The Voice Instructoris responsible forplanning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate vocal instruction for students ages 3 through high school. The instructor will work with students across a wide range of developmental stages and vocal ranges, building healthy vocal technique, musical expression, confidence, and performance skills. Instruction should support individual student growth while fostering a positive, inclusive, and developmentallyappropriate learningenvironment aligned with the mission and values of the Fine Arts Association.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop and implement structured and developmentally appropriate lesson plans for voice students ages 3 through high school.

• Teach foundational through advanced vocal techniques, including breath support, posture, diction, pitch accuracy, tone production, resonance, and vocal health.

• Instruct students across a wide range of vocal ranges and stages of vocal development (pre-voice change, changing voices, and mature voices).

• Adapt instructional methods and repertoire to meet individual developmental stages, vocal abilities, and learning needs.

• Introduce early childhood students (ages 3-5) to foundational musical and vocal concepts through play-based, movement-based, and age-appropriate singing activities.

• Guide older and advanced students in repertoire development, stylistic interpretation, music theory, and performance preparation.

• Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages healthy vocal habits, confidence, discipline, and artistic expression.

• Provide individualized instruction, feedback, and vocal coaching to support student progress and development.

• Select appropriate repertoire aligned with vocal range, age, and technical ability.

• Prepare lesson plans, organize instructional materials, and maintain a structured and effective teaching environment.

• Supervise students during lessons, rehearsals, performances, recitals, workshops, and special events as applicable.

• Monitor vocal health and ensure safe singing practices appropriate to each developmental stage.

• Maintain attendance records, lesson documentation, and student progress reports as required by the Fine Arts Association.

• Assist with preparation and participation in student performances, recitals, and community events.

• Communicate effectively with students and families regarding progress, expectations, repertoire, and scheduling.

• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as requested.

• Support the mission, values, policies, and procedures of the Fine Arts Association.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music, Vocal Performance, Music Education, or a closely related field preferred.

• Demonstratedproficiencyin vocal performance and pedagogy.

• Experience teaching voice to early childhood through high school students strongly preferred.

• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of vocal types, ranges, and developmental stages.

• Strong understanding of vocal technique, music theory, and performance practices.

• Knowledge of vocal health principles and age-appropriate repertoireselection.

• Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.

• Ability to create engaging, supportive, and developmentally responsive lessons.

• Commitment to fostering an inclusive, student-centered learning environment.

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and families.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, and move for extended periods during instruction and performances.

• Ability todemonstratevocal technique and model healthy singing practices.

• Ability to lift, carry, and organize instructional materials and music (up to approximately 25 pounds).

• Manual and auditory acuity sufficient to evaluate pitch, tone, rhythm, diction, and vocal quality.

• Ability to engage in physical activity consistent with early childhood instruction (e.g., movement-based vocal activities).

• Work is performed inclassroom,studio,rehearsal, and performance environments.

• Exposure to moderate noise levels associated with group vocal instruction.

Terms of Employment

• Part-time position.

• Schedule will vary based on student enrollment, instructional demand, and program needs.

• Instructionmay occur during daytime, evening, and/or weekend hours.

• Instructoris responsible foractively developing,maintaining, and managing their own student base, including the acquisition and retention of private voice clients, consistent with the independent studio model of the Fine Arts Association.

• Employment is contingent upon successful background check and verification of credentials.