Violin/Viola Instructor

Violin/Viola Teacher Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Violin/Viola teacher to join our String School team. As a Violin/Viola teacher, you will be responsible for teaching and mentoring students of varying levels of ability, from beginning to advanced levels of playing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach and select scales, etudes, and pieces for private students as well as chamber groups at an appropriate pace for students' level of ability.
• Lead violin and intermediate level orchestra ensembles and manage webpage for any assigned ensembles.
• Prepare students for solo recitals, ensemble rehearsals, and concerts.
• Coordinate with other String School teachers, parents, volunteers, students, and the Director.
• Attend monthly String School teacher meetings and DUSS concerts.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Violin or Viola Performance, or Music Education.
• Experience with both Suzuki and Traditional pedagogical methods, with a preference for the pedagogical methods outlined on StringPedagogy.com developed by Mimi Zweig.
• Experience teaching group violin classes preferred.

About Duke University:

Duke University is a world-renowned research university located in Durham, North Carolina. We are committed to creating a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas, and we strive to create an environment where all members of our community feel secure and welcome.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Duke University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.