What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Instructor-12 month position at University of Arkansas?
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The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Required Education & Experience:
- Bachelor's degree.
- Teaching experience in a college setting;
- Extensive accompaniment experience across diverse ensemble sizes and repertoires;
- Vocal coaching experience for applied music and music education undergraduate curriculum.
Preferred Education & Experience:
- Master's degree in the field of instruction or 10 years of professional collaborative piano experience;
- At least 2 years of full-time professional experience as a collaborative pianist in a university setting;
- Professional experience within the music theater industry.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
- Academic Support: Teach assigned courses and provide piano accompaniment for choral ensembles, voice studios, conducting courses, and Recital Attendance;
- Vocal Coaching: Provide individual vocal coaching for up to 30 voice students in the applied music and music education curriculum;
- Year-Round Performance Support: Accompany choral ensembles for all rehearsals, class meetings, and concerts, including juries and student recitals throughout the academic year;
- Summer Program Leadership: Provide continuous administrative and musical leadership for summer program planning and logistical oversight to accommodate increased student engagement;
- Work positively with faculty, staff, students, and the community;
- Other: Perform other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Expertise in diverse repertoire across multiple languages;
- Ability to teach a variety of courses within our curriculum;
- Exemplary technical keyboard skills and fluency in sight-reading;
- Professional-level piano performance skills;
- Ability to work independently and manage complex logistical schedules for performances and coaching sessions.
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender RegistryThe University of Arkansas at Little Rock is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, SittingFrequent Physical Activity:Talking, WalkingOccasional Physical Activity:Grasping, ReachingBenefits Eligible:YesThe University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to age, race, gender (including pregnancy), national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sexual orientation or gender identity. Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.