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Lecturer Position

Artist Teacher of Musical Theatre Voice – Part Time

Deadline
Mar 04, 2027
Closing in 136 days
Location
N/A
United States
Employment
Permanent
Full or part time
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Posted Sep 08, 2026

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Position Rank Artist Teacher of Musical Theatre Voice – Part Time

Track Non-Tenure Track Position Title Artist Teacher of Musical Theatre Voice – Part Time Category Part-Time Faculty Position Number Posting Number F0000219 Location Chicago Open Date 10/14/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled? Yes Job Type Full-Time Working Hours Position Summary Reflecting the ideals of its founders in 1945, Roosevelt University is a private, nonsectarian community of educators, scholars and learners committed to academic, creative and service excellence, who value differences in personal experiences and perspectives, ask difficult questions, and promote mutual understanding, inclusion, social consciousness and action toward social justice. Recognizing that difference broadens perspectives, Roosevelt University seeks and serves a diverse, promising student body from metropolitan Chicago and around the world. We invite you to contribute your talents to our community. The Chicago College of Performing Arts (CCPA) at Roosevelt is comprised of three Conservatories: Music, Interdisciplinary Studies, and Theatre. Our faculty and staff maintain successful professional careers in their chosen fields alongside their commitment to training and educating our students in preparation to enter performing arts industries. The Theatre Conservatory seeks instructors to teach weekly private singing lessons to undergraduate Musical Theater majors and other students on degree tracks within the Theatre Conservatory that include applied voice. In addition to teaching weekly lessons, Theatre Voice instructors assist in actively recruiting potential students and sustaining successful studios through effective and healthy pedagogy. Participation in program activities including adjudication of juries and program auditions is expected. Applications will be reviewed immediately with an expected start date for the Spring 2025 semester. Title IX Contact Information:Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or [email protected].

Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email [email protected] .

Special Instructions Summary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

  • Successful applicants will have significant documented teaching and/or performing experience.
  • Documented record of professional singing experience in classical and/or musical theatre voice and visibility as a performer required.
  • Functional piano skills to support a voice lesson also required.
  • Years of Experience Required 1-2 years teaching at the university level Certification/Licensure Required Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree and 1-2 years teaching performers at the college level.
  • Significant documented teaching and/or performing experience will be considered in place of earned degrees.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's Degree (MM or MFA) in music, musical theatre, or a related field preferred.
  • Experience in repertoire ranging from pre-Golden Age to contemporary pop/rock styles. Both generalists and specialists who demonstrate a willingness to collaborate across styles and approaches will be considered.
  • Background in pedagogy and vocal health, strong knowledge of IPA, CCM, crossover repertoire, amplified singing, vocal improvisation, and body work are all of interest.
  • Documented success in collegiate teaching preferred.
  • Equipment Operated Studio sound system, basic office/ classroom equipment and Smart-classroom equipment (computer, monitor, projector and audio equipment). Working Conditions Standard climate controlled office and classroom environment. Priority Application Instructions Departmental Contact Information

    Posting Specific Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().

  • Do you have an earned Bachelors degree?
  • Yes
  • No
  • Do you have at least 1-2 years teaching at the university level?
  • (Open Ended Question)

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

  • Cover Letter
  • List of References
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Optional Documents

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