Music Theory II Instructor

CHICAGO HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE ARTS•Chicago, IL

6d•$45 - $55•Onsite

About The Position

This class is designed for sophomore music students to further explore the intricacies of music theory. Throughout this course, students will take their music literacy to the next level by engaging in topics such as part writing, chord progressions, harmonic function, voice leading, form, phrase, structure, and analysis. Students will deepen their understanding of music theory and develop their ear by analyzing compositions, creating their own compositions, and continuing to sight-read more advanced excerpts. The ideal candidate has a strong background in music theory, aural skills, and pedagogy, and can inspire students to think critically and musically. By the end of the course, students will have the ability to: Perform intermediate sight reading and dictation exercises with accuracy. Understand and identify formal structures and forms in compositions. Display understanding of chord structures, chord progressions, and melodic harmonization through part writing. Realize orchestral part writing by applying knowledge of figured bass, listening, and analysis. Apply part writing rules by creating their own compositions. Identify and use seventh chords

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Music, Music Education, or a related field.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent classroom management skills.
Experience in lesson planning.
Comfort working in a high-accountability school culture.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proven organizational skills.
Proven ability to work with a diverse population.
High regard for student potential and an ability to provide opportunities for students to develop and succeed.
Willingness to be bold and creative in pursuit of what is best for students.
Able to adapt and improve in changing situations.

Nice To Haves

Preferred (7) years of professional experience in the music field.
Preferred (4) years of previous teaching experience at a pre-professional or professional level, experience working with high school students is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Embrace and promote the ChiArts vision, mission, educational approach, goals, and core values
Prepare structured lessons that encourage and foster skill development, critical thinking, applications, and ethics.
Instruct conservatory-level courses, serving students with various learning styles, abilities, and needs.
Submit course documentation, including syllabus, unit plans, lesson plans, assignments, assessments, and all materials used in classroom instruction on a timely basis.
Employ outstanding classroom management skills and implement the school code of conduct.
Regularly assess student achievement, skill mastery, and career development skills.
Manage classroom administration and record keeping, including: grades, attendance records, student progress, and documentation of student work.
Regularly communicate with students, parents, and other ChiArts staff to share artistic progress, encourage positive behavior, and resolve behavioral and artistic issues.
Attend and participate in faculty and administrative meetings, parent conferences, open house, other school functions, and in-service professional development sessions.
Collaborate with the staff to develop “best practices” tailored to the unique philosophy and instructional approach of ChiArts and to the needs of its student population.
Collaborate with other ChiArts artistic and academic faculty and the larger arts community.
Perform other duties as the needs of the school and the needs of the students may demand (e.g., competitions, exhibits.)
Work with academic staff to ensure students’ overall success at ChiArts.