Department Chair, Music Creation
Company: Johns Hopkins University
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: October 27, 2024
Job Description:
Department/Program: The Peabody PreparatoryThe Chair of Peabody
Preparatory's Music Creation Department is responsible for
developing, leading, and overseeing a thriving program dedicated to
teaching music creation (composition, computer music, and
songwriting), as well as the language of music (music theory and
aural skills). This role involves both administrative and teaching
responsibilities, with a focus on providing comprehensive
instruction to students of all ages and abilities. The ideal
candidate will possess a strong commitment to fostering creativity,
analytical thinking, and musical artistry.Responsibilities,
including administrative and teaching, will be approximately 8
hours per week, year-round. Target start date is Fall 2024.About
usEstablished in 1894, the Peabody Preparatory boasts a rich
history of nurturing musical talent. With approximately 2,500
students passing through its doors every week, the school is
Maryland's premier community school for music and dance.The Peabody
Preparatory welcomes students of all ages and levels of ability,
fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where everyone can
discover and develop their musical potential. Offerings range from
early childhood classes that spark a lifelong love of music and
dance, to programs designed for adults and professional dancers and
musicians seeking to hone their skills.Located in downtown
Baltimore and sharing space with the renowned Peabody Conservatory,
the Preparatory also extends its reach through four satellite
campuses in the communities of Towson, Annapolis, Frederick, and
Howard County, MD.Reports to: Director of the
PreparatorySupervises: Theory and Composition Department
FacultyDuties and Responsibilities:Students:
- Develop, implement, and review a comprehensive theory, aural
skills, composition, computer music, and songwriting curriculum
aligned with Peabody Preparatory's mission and goals.
- Develop, implement, and review student evaluation standards to
ensure a comprehensive educational trajectory for all departmental
students.
- Establish procedures, oversee department placements and student
transfers, coordinate with office staff, and assign faculty as
necessary.
- Conduct student and parent orientations and placement and
audition sessions.
- Organize studio recitals and repertoire classes; coordinate or
delegate department recitals to individual faculty.
- Regularly gather and review program feedback from faculty,
students, and parents.
- Working with faculty and the Assistant Director of the
Preparatory as needed, manage any student and family issues as they
arise.Faculty:
- Supervise and evaluate all departmental faculty and ensure
participation in developing and maintaining curriculum.
- Working with faculty, and the Assistant Director of the
Preparatory and HR as needed, manage any faculty issues as they
arise.
- Coordinate with the Assistant Director of the Preparatory on
faculty hiring for the department, including recruitment,
credential review, interviews, and recommendations.
- Establish high standards for the department and communicate
those to department faculty.
- Schedule departmental meetings regularly (at least 1 per
year).
- Serve as faculty mentor by answering questions, offering
informal and formal feedback on teaching and student performance,
and involving faculty in decision making and program
development.
- Communicate deadlines to department faculty for information
pertaining to exams, recitals, and other department events as
appropriate.Administrative:
- Along with the Assistant Director of the Preparatory and the
Business Office, develop and manage department budget.
- Collaborate effectively with chairs of other departments to
foster interdisciplinary collaboration and support student
success.
- Monitor enrollments and class details in the ASAP online
registration system, working with the Business Office to determine
plans for under enrolled classes, including communicating with
families.
- Create and maintain effective communication channels for
students, parents, and faculty.
- Oversee all departmental publications, programs, and web
content.
- Plan, coordinate, and prepare content for inclusion in ASAP for
all group classes, placements, and auditions.
- Serve on Peabody Preparatory's Director's Council.
- Serve on task forces and committees, adjudicate recitals, and
attend administrative meetings as required.Teaching: Maintain a
teaching load in theory, aural skills, and/or composition, computer
music, and songwriting commensurate with the department's
needs.Compensation: based on experienceQualifications
- Bachelor's degree, ideally in music or music education, or
equivalent experience, required. A master's degree is
preferred.
- Strong administrative and teaching experience (supervisory
experience in a music institution a plus) and a strong commitment
to teaching students of all ages with a broad range of abilities
and backgrounds in private and group class settings.
- Community music school experience preferred.
- Ability to work collegially but independently.
- Ability to multi-task and think strategically.
- Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and
problem-solving skills.
- Passion for music theory, aural skills, composition, computer
music, and songwriting, and a commitment to providing exceptional
music education.
- High comfort level with technology, ideally with extensive
experience with music notation software, Microsoft Office Suite
products, and other relevant technologies.
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