Instructor of Music (Orchestra) - Durham

State of North Carolina • Durham, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM) a constituent of the University of North Carolina System, is a world-class public high school with statewide reach empowering academically talented students from every corner of the state to design their own future. We offer our Residential high school program in Durham and Morganton for juniors and seniors, our Online supplementary honors program, and individual virtual daytime Connect courses in partnership with local high schools, all tuition free. Our wide array of summer offerings for rising fifth- through 12th-graders includes free opportunities for in-state students alongside paid options for students from anywhere in the world. Specializing in science, technology, engineering, and math and embracing the fine arts and humanities, NCSSM has become the model for 18 such specialized schools around the globe since its founding in 1980. For more information visit ncssm.edu. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran or national guard. If you are an individual with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process, please contact us at [e-mail].

NCSSM and the Humanities Department foster an environment of collaboration across departments and divisions and support community-engaged service and research.

Description of Duties: Position reports to the Fine Arts Chair and is responsible for providing in-person instruction in Orchestra and string instrumental music. Duties may also include providing instruction in Music Theory, Piano and Guitar, Music History, or other music elective courses. The instructor will serve as artistic director and conductor of the NCSSM Durham String and Symphony Orchestra, select and rehearse level-appropriate repertoire for performing groups, and direct the group during regular public performances as determined by NCSSM’s Fine Arts Series. The instructor will serve as the primary resource for students pursuing advancement in string instrumental performance and will be expected to facilitate student involvement in NCMEA and other honor events throughout the school year. The Instructor will maintain or establish contacts with community groups and promote collaborative artistic efforts that support or enrich the NCSSM Music program, cooperate and coordinate with other NCSSM Fine Arts faculty and local musical organizations, and support the overall music curriculum by instructing assigned courses and developing curriculum for these and new course offerings.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Music Education or Music Performance, or related field.
• Teaching experience, preferably with advanced high school students.
• A Master’s degree is required.
• Candidate currently pursuing their degree must provide proof of degree conferral by the hire date.
• Applicants should include a cover letter, resume, and statement of teaching philosophy that addresses their interest in teaching music to gifted and motivated high school students.

Nice To Haves

• Strong background in string and orchestral music pedagogy
• Well-developed skills in conducting and rehearsal strategy
• Experience with guitar and/or piano
• Interest in outreach and commitment to the greater music education community in North Carolina and beyond
• The ideal candidate will be eager to participate fully in the wide variety of academic and cultural endeavors our school values, offers, and promotes.
• An exciting feature of NCSSM’s academic calendar is “January-Term,” consisting of two two-week sessions when faculty members lead intensive learning experiences both on and off campus. The ideal candidate will have the interest and ability to develop and lead these sessions on specialized topics that will appeal to NCSSM students.
• We also offer opportunities for students to travel domestically and abroad during this period; as such, experience in leading student travel groups and/or the willingness to do so is a definite plus.
• Commitment to professional development.

Responsibilities

• providing in-person instruction in Orchestra and string instrumental music
• providing instruction in Music Theory, Piano and Guitar, Music History, or other music elective courses
• serve as artistic director and conductor of the NCSSM Durham String and Symphony Orchestra
• select and rehearse level-appropriate repertoire for performing groups
• direct the group during regular public performances as determined by NCSSM’s Fine Arts Series
• serve as the primary resource for students pursuing advancement in string instrumental performance
• facilitate student involvement in NCMEA and other honor events throughout the school year
• maintain or establish contacts with community groups and promote collaborative artistic efforts that support or enrich the NCSSM Music program
• cooperate and coordinate with other NCSSM Fine Arts faculty and local musical organizations
• support the overall music curriculum by instructing assigned courses and developing curriculum for these and new course offerings

Benefits

• NCSSM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being, growth, and work-life balance of our employees.
• Highlights include generous vacation and sick leave; 12 annual holidays; paid parental, family medical, and community service leave; and flexible work schedules where applicable.
• Leave is earned monthly and pro-rated for part-time employees and those working less than 12 months.
• Employees also enjoy access to the State Health Plan, multiple retirement options (including TSERS and ORP), supplemental retirement savings plans, tuition waiver benefits across the UNC System, and free access to on-site facilities like a gym, library, and cafeteria.
• Additional perks include life insurance, disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, and membership eligibility with the State Employees Credit Union.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level