Director, Vocal Jazz Ensemble – Part-Time Faculty

Roosevelt University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Roosevelt University’s Chicago College of Performing Arts seeks a part-time Director of the Vocal Jazz “New Deal” Ensemble. The role offers opportunity to shape an innovative cross-disciplinary ensemble and mentor the next generation of jazz and contemporary voice artists in a collaborative setting.

The successful candidate will lead the Vocal Jazz Ensemble and may teach weekly applied Jazz and Contemporary Voice lessons on-site at the Chicago campus, working with students in multiple degree

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; significant teaching and/or performing experience will be considered in place of earned degrees.
• Documented record of consistent professional experience and visibility as a performer.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Directorship of Vocal Jazz Ensemble and mentoring.
• Potential for weekly applied Jazz and Contemporary Voice lessons onsite.
• Participation in recruitment activities, including auditions.
• Participation in program meetings, recital adjudications and juries.
• Maintain clear and responsive communication with students, faculty, and staff.
• Meet institutional expectations for grade submission, syllabus preparation, and mandatory University training.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Performance experience

Collegiate teaching experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

Roosevelt University’s Chicago College of Performing Arts seeks a part-time Director of the Vocal Jazz “New Deal” Ensemble. The role offers opportunity to shape an innovative cross-disciplinary ensemble and mentor the next generation of jazz and contemporary voice artists in a collaborative setting.

The successful candidate will lead the Vocal Jazz Ensemble and may teach weekly applied Jazz and Contemporary Voice lessons on-site at the Chicago campus, working with students in multiple degree