Hiring Department
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Conservatory Academy
Job Description
UMKC Conservatory Academy/Bridges invites applications to join our teaching staff. The Academy complements the Conservatory’s degree programs by bridging the national reputation and excellence of the Conservatory with the local musical needs of the Kansas City community. The Academy functions as a division within the Conservatory, providing non-credit preparatory performing arts education and community engagement programs for children and adults.
Job Duties:
- Teach 16/18 weeks per semester and 6-9 weeks each summer session
- Clearly explain studio and Academy policies to students, as well as session dates and breaks.
- Build studios through recruitment in a good-faith effort to maintain and promote the Academy.
- Maintain contact with students on a regular basis, communicating with them regarding cancelled/rescheduled lessons, registration due dates, etc.
- Prepare students for end of semester performance and juries
- Submit attendance and lesson reports on a weekly basis
- Communicate with the Coordinator concerning scheduling of rooms, needs of the studios, and condition of equipment.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Must have an undergraduate degree in music.
Preferred Qualifications
Graduate degree
At least 1 year of experience teaching private lessons preferred.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual’s particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.
Application Materials
Applicants apply at https://www.umkc.edu/. To be considered, you must complete the application including Legal Name, US employment eligibility, and current contact information. Upload all application materials (a cover letter and curriculum vitae).
If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu
For questions about the position, contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu, including the name of the position.
Handling of Application Materials
After initial review by the committee all uploaded materials may be shared with all faculty in the prospective home department. For affiliations and joint appointments materials may be shared with all faculty in all departments involved.
Application Deadline
This is a continuous posting intended to fill positions as needed throughout the year and does not have a specific end date.
Sponsorship Information
Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Other Information
For more information about the UMKC Conservatory, visit: https://conservatory.umkc.edu/
Community Information
Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’s biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.
UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s Mercy Hospital.
UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.
