Lead Strings Instructor & Strings Program Coordinator

Goshen College is a Christian liberal arts institution that prepares students to thrive in life, leadership and service. We strive to model an inclusive community committed to transformative justice, peace, and sustainability. A respect and appreciation of the Anabaptist-Mennonite faith perspective and practices, and a commitment to the mission, vision, core values and  community standards of Goshen College, are important for teaching and administrative faculty members.  

Job Summary:

The Lead Strings Instructor for the CSA is responsible for giving leadership and vision for the overall area of CSA strings (violin, viola, and cello) study, including maintaining a teaching studio and arranging for all aspects of  the CSA’s string and Suzuki program.

The salary for this position is $41,395 annually.

Essential Functions:

Instruction:

1. Maintain a full teaching studio in the Community School of the Arts area of the Goshen College Music Center, teaching 24 to 26 hours of private or group string lessons weekly through the two 15-week semesters of the CSA school year (beginning in August and January). The age range of students is generally age 7 through high school, and may also include adults who are not GC students.
2. Teach a total of 75 – 85 hours of private lessons over the summer session (June through August), dates to be determined by instructor.
3. Communicate with students and parents on studio expectations, schedules, CSA policies and other relevant information

Administrative:

1. Establish studio policies for all strings area, ensuring quality and consistency of program.
2. In coordination with CSA Director, arrange for independently contracted teachers, including GC string pedagogy students, to teach additional CSA students as there is need. Determine student placement with these teachers and arrange payment with CSA Director.
3. Interview all potential new students applying to the strings program and determine final student roster with input of the CSA director. Maintain waiting list and communication in regards to CSA string inquiries.
4. Communicate with string instructors to maintain CSA policies and standards, ensuring that all students are succeeding in their placements.

Other Duties:

1. Direct bi-weekly Suzuki classes (6 classes and 1 performance per semester). Classes will be determined by student level, with director’s input, and will follow the Suzuki books. When applicable, classes will be split according to instrument (violin/viola).
2. Direct bi-weekly Allegro Beginning Strings Ensemble (6-7 rehearsals and 1 performance per semester) for students in grades 2-5.
3. Teach occasional group classes and masterclasses as necessary. Arrange for special events for String program (Suzuki guest teachers, etc.).
4. Oversee CSA inventory of string instruments and loans or rentals of these instruments to CSA students and scholarship families.
5. Work with the recruiting of string candidates in area high schools

Option: Potential for teaching viola students at the college level. Doctoral degree needed for collegiate teaching.

Education and/or Experience:

Master’s degree in string performance (violin, viola, cello or bass) and/or pedagogy is required, along with Suzuki training certification. At least three years of string teaching experience is required. Administrative experience in a music school preferred.

Skills Required:

• Ability to teach effectively, giving attention to the unique educational needs of each student.
• Highly organized with the ability to oversee entire strings program
• Strong oral and written communication skills for frequent and regular contact with public, CSA students and teachers.
• Ability to work easily with both children and adults of varying ages and personalities.
• Ability to be a team player.
• Self-motivation and self-direction

Candidates must be committed to the community standards, mission and core values of Goshen College.

All of the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.

Benefits:

1. Health insurance (employee premium 100% covered)
2. Dental, vision, life and LTD insurance
3. Relocation expenses reimbursed
4. Retirement plans
5. Tuition discounts
6. Free employee membership to Recreation/Fitness Center
7. Flexible Spending Account
8. Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave

See our website for additional benefit information.

About Goshen College

Goshen College is a nationally-ranked college and Hispanic-Serving Institution in Indiana renowned for its distinctive hands-on, real-world educational opportunities, and its commitment to creating positive change in the community and the world. The college offers over 65 undergraduate areas of study as well as best-in-class graduate programs in nursing, business administration, social work, and environmental education. This caring, safe and diverse campus prides itself on providing excellent academic programs that connect arts with sciences, and theory with practice—exposing students to multiple perspectives and encouraging them to think deeply, live creatively, and lead purposefully.

The college is located in the City of Goshen in the heart of Elkhart County, within several hours of Chicago, Indianapolis, and Detroit. Residents of Goshen enjoy a culturally diverse small-town atmosphere with an active arts community, a vibrant and entrepreneurial downtown, the Maple City Greenway network of bicycle paths, and affordable housing prices. Learn more at goodofgoshen.com.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please be sure to provide all required materials noted below, as incomplete applications may not be considered. Application materials may be attached to the Administrative Faculty Application Form or sent electronically to hr@goshen.edu.

Required:

• Complete and submit the online Administrative Faculty Application Form
• Cover Letter
• Resume
• List of three professional references with contact information

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. With a commitment to building a diverse faculty and staff, underrepresented persons are encouraged to apply.

E-Verify Statement of Participation

Goshen College participates in E-Verify. If you are hired, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Goshen College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to enhancing diversity across the institution. Goshen College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any legally protected status. To protect the welfare and provide for the safety of the students, employees, visitors and resources of Goshen College, background checks are conducted by the Office of Human Resources on all new and re-hired employees.

Human Resources
Goshen College
1700 S. Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526-4795

E-mail: hr@goshen.edu
Telephone: (574) 535-7111