Voice Instructor, Undergraduate (Contract)

 Posted: Thursday, June 13, 2024 | Part-Time Faculty Positions

Tyndale is a Christian university that prepares leaders for work in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors, ministry and the global mission of the church. Tyndale offers fully accredited programs in a wide range of disciplines at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Currently, there are over 1,600 students representing over 40 denominations and 60 ethnic backgrounds and over 13,000 alumni. Founded in 1894, Tyndale is located in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Position Purpose

The Tyndale Music program is passionate about training the next generation of musicians to serve in the church and beyond.

The Voice Instructor teaches Applied Music: Voice and is the Faculty Advisor for the Internship in Music and Worship Arts course for undergraduate students in the Bachelor of Arts in Music program in both the Performance and Worship Arts Streams.

The Lead Voice Instructor is a valued member of the Music Faculty in the Tyndale Music Department and will be consulted on student auditions and placements. Further, they will mentor upper year students preparing for Recitals (Performance stream) and Worship Leadership Projects (Worship Arts stream).

Primary Responsibilities

  • Teach Applied Music: Voice course to music majors/minors in both Performance and Worship Arts streams
  • The Applied Music: Voice course offers individual weekly lessons teaching the fundamentals of singing and healthy vocal production.
  • Repertoire may cover a wide range of material from classical to contemporary to accommodate the breadth of both music streams
  • Course administration through online course management system (Moodle)
  • Faculty Advisor for Internship in Music and Worship Arts course
  • Support and advise Worship Arts majors/minors in the Internship in Music and Worship Arts course
  • Course administration through Moodle
  • Contribute to Music Faculty decisions on incoming students
  • Other duties may be considered depending on departmental needs and the qualifications of the candidate, including lecture courses.

Position Qualifications

  • A firm commitment to Tyndale’s mission, values, Statement of Faith, and Community Standards Statement.
  • Undergraduate degree in vocal performance
  • Graduate degree in vocal performance (preferred)
  • Evidence of professional performance experience
  • Evidence of successful teaching experience
  • University-level teaching experience preferred

Compensation

  • Independent Contract positions with varying fee rates

How to Apply

External candidates can apply for the position at the External Career Center. While we thank all those interested, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Review of applications will begin immediately and the posting will remain open until filled.


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