Adjunct Harp Faculty

Requisition #: A-156288-1

Status: Part Time

Type: Adjunct Faculty

School: Peabody Institute

Department/Program: The Peabody Preparatory

Salary: $40-$50 per hour, depending on experience

Location City: Baltimore

Location State: MD

Location Zip Code: 21202

Closing Date: Open until filled

To apply: apply.interfolio.com/156288

General Description

The Peabody Preparatory, a division of the Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University (Baltimore, MD), is pleased to announce an adjunct teaching position in the Harp Department with an anticipated start date of January 2025. The successful candidate will join the dynamic and collaborative Guitar and Tuned-In departments, dedicated to fostering musical excellence in students of all ages and levels. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment for both novice musicians and those aspiring to professional careers.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of teaching harp students of varying ages and skill levels, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced students. Experience with both individual and group instruction, as well as in person and online modalities, is highly valued.

We are actively seeking instructors for our Downtown Campus, located at 1 E. Mount Vernon Place, Baltimore, MD, 21202. Teachers set their own teaching schedules (subject to space availability), but after-school and/or Saturday hours will be required to meet student needs. The potential exists for this position to grow, depending on candidate qualifications and departmental need.

About Us:

Established in 1894, the Peabody Preparatory boasts a rich history of nurturing musical talent. With approximately 2,500 students passing through its doors every week, the school is Maryland's premier community school for music and dance.

The Peabody Preparatory welcomes students of all ages and levels of ability, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can discover and develop their musical potential. Offerings range from early childhood classes that spark a lifelong love of music and dance, to programs designed for adults and professional dancers and musicians seeking to hone their skills.

Located in downtown Baltimore and sharing space with the renowned Peabody Conservatory, the Preparatory also extends its reach through four satellite campuses in the communities of Towson, Annapolis, Frederick, and Howard County, MD.

Duties:

• Teach harp lessons to beginner and advanced students of all ages.
• Additional teaching opportunities are available during the summer (6-8 weeks).
• Utilize required institute-wide systems for student attendance, placements, and correspondence.
• Assist with end-of-semester performances, attend faculty meetings, substitute teach as needed.
• Aid in the facilitation of Large Ensemble auditions for Harp.
• Opportunities may be available for candidate to develop classes and workshops according to their experience and interest.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in music and/or music education required. A master's degree or equivalent experience and training are preferred.
• Documented experience as a harp instructor of advanced, intermediate, and beginner students of all ages.
• Experience working with diverse populations.

-      Documented successful performing experience encouraged.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Some experience teaching group classes welcome.

Application Instructions

Applications received before November 15 will be given preference, but the position remains open until filled.

Applications should include:

- Cover letter including a statement of teaching philosophy.

- Current resume or CV including 3 professional references.

- YouTube link or links to 1-3 recordings (no more than 10 minutes total) of a recent performance or performances.

- Link to teaching video (optional). NB: Candidates will be expected to teach a provided student during their interview.

Interviews anticipated to be scheduled in early December 2024.

Salary Range

The referenced salary range represents the minimum and maximum salaries for this position and is based on Johns Hopkins University's good faith belief at the time of posting. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. The actual compensation offered to the selected candidate may vary and will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, internal equity, market conditions, education/training and other factors, as reasonably determined by the University.

Total Rewards

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Equal Opportunity Employer

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Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check including education verification.

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Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Vaccine Requirements

Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry. This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/ and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/.

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