Professional Practice Fellow / Senior Professional Practice Fellow - Classical Voice

University Of Otago; Dunedin; Sur place; NZD 76 000 - 137 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

University of Otago in Dunedin seeks an accomplished Classical Voice educator and performer to join the Music Programme as a Professional Practice Fellow. You will teach classical voice to undergraduate and postgraduate students, contribute to auditions and recruitment, and continue your professional practice within a supportive academic community.

The role emphasises teaching excellence, performance involvement, and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles within an inclusive learning

Qualifications

• Established professional career in classical vocal performance.
• Excellence in one-to-one and group vocal teaching.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Cultural competence and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles.
• Registration or eligibility to register with MENZA or NEWZATS.

Responsabilités

• Provide specialist tuition in classical voice to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Participate in audition and assessment processes.
• Contribute to student recruitment activities and School initiatives.
• Maintain ongoing professional practice and stay current with developments in the field.
• Contribute to performances and the Music Programme.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive learning environment.

Connaissances

Vocal performance

Teaching

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Inclusive teaching

Cultural competence

Te Tiriti Waitangi knowledge

Professional registration

Description du poste

Professional Practice Fellow / Senior Professional Practice Fellow - Classical Voice-2601492

SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS | TE KĀHUI TAU

DIVISION OF HUMANITIES | TE KETE ARONUI

About our team/Mō te tīma

At the creative heart of the University, the School of Performing Arts is a vibrant and inclusive community where music takes centre stage. Our students and staff are passionate performers, composers, songwriters, educators and researchers, combining professional practice with innovative teaching and scholarship. Through our music programme, students develop their artistic voice, creative problem-solving abilities, collaborative skills and discipline-specific expertise, while gaining the confidence to express themselves and connect with audiences. Committed to excellence, we foster a supportive and respectful environment that inspires creativity, nurtures talent, and cultivates a lifelong passion for music and the performing arts.

The role/Te mahi

The School of Performing Arts is seeking an accomplished and passionate Classical Voice educator and performer to join our Music Programme. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire aspiring singers through high-quality individual and group teaching while contributing to a thriving artistic and academic community.

As a Professional Practice Fellow or Senior Professional Practice Fellow, you will provide specialist tuition in classical voice, supporting students to develop the technical, artistic and professional skills needed for successful performance careers.

Working with undergraduate and postgraduate students, you will participate in audition and assessment processes, contribute to student recruitment activities, and play an active role in performances and wider School initiatives. You will also maintain your own professional practice, ensuring your teaching remains current and informed by contemporary developments in the field. As a valued member of the Music Programme, you will contribute to a collaborative and supportive environment that promotes excellence in performance and student success.

Skills and experience/Kā pūkeka me kā wheako

We are looking for a recognised Classical Voice practitioner with a strong commitment to teaching and mentoring emerging performers. You will bring a combination of professional performance experience, outstanding teaching capability, and the ability to engage effectively with a diverse range of students and stakeholders.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An established professional career in classical vocal performance.
• Demonstrated excellence in one-to-one and group vocal teaching.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• A commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
• Cultural competence and an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and culturally safe practice.
• Registration, or eligibility to register, with an appropriate professional body such as MENZA or NEWZATS.

Experience teaching at tertiary level and/or directing choirs or vocal ensembles would be advantageous.

Further details/Pūroko

The position is a permanent, variable hour’s role based in ňšāͤńᶊו֍, Dunedin.

The hours allocated each year will depend on the number of students enrolled and their needs, which may result in appointing multiple Professional Practice Fellows.

The appointment ranges for this role are Teaching & Professional Practice Fellow 1-2-3-4 - $75,727 to $137,444 (pro-rata).

Appointment level will be determined by the candidate’s academic achievements, skills, and experience and salary prorated for hours of work.

You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this position.

The University of Otago is a workplace that values and utilises diverse and inclusive thinking, people and behaviours. This means that the contributions of staff with diverse backgrounds, experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected.