Instructor of Clarinet (Academy)

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Position Summary: The Instructor of Clarinet will provide individual instruction to Interlochen Arts Academy (IAA) clarinet students, coach sectionals for the IAA orchestra and wind symphony, participate in side-by-side rehearsals with the large ensembles, actively and collaboratively recruit prospective students to the Academy (and help with recruitment to Interlochen Arts Camp as appropriate), and teach other courses as assigned. The Instructor of Clarinet will provide student mentorship and advising for aspiring artists in a boarding school setting. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach private lessons to Interlochen Arts Academy clarinet students

• Coach chamber music and participate in all woodwind area activities

• Coach sectionals for Orchestra and Wind Symphony

• When applicable, teach courses in the Music Division as deemed appropriate 

• Lead a student advisory section

• Provide appropriate grading, attendance and evaluations of student progress as required by the music division

• Communicate effectively with students, parents, colleagues, and administration

• Collaborate with other clarinet and woodwind faculty members

• Actively recruit clarinet students collaboratively with other faculty, staff and administration

• Teach the whole student, working with other faculty and colleagues

• Assist students with the college application process

• Perform on the faculty chamber music series

• Assist with the assessment of school owned instruments

• Participate in departmental and employee meetings and serve on committees as directed

• Complies with ICA policies/procedures and acts as a good steward of ICA finances.

• Respects the culture, diversity and rights of all students, their families and the community.

• Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Environment:

Work is performed at various sites throughout the campus and classroom environment with extensive internal and external stakeholder contact. 
 

Skills and Abilities:

Education: Master’s degree in clarinet performance required or commensurate with professional experience.

Experience: Minimum of 2 years of significant teaching experience at the college level and/or with high school students.

Equipment/Software Familiarity:  Mac, Google Suite (Google Docs, Sheets, Slides, Mail, Calendar), Canvas

Certifications, Licenses or Special Training: 

• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements for as detailed in policy 12.HR.01 Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks. 

• Valid driver’s license and driving record that meets the eligibility requirements of ICA’s insurance carrier (for all positions requiring driving). 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Demonstrated excellence as a professional clarinetist, with a record of significant achievements in solo, chamber music, and large ensemble settings

• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute positively to the overall artistic environment at Interlochen.

• Possess a genuine passion for education and a commitment to fostering the artistic growth and well-being of students.

• Strong communication skills, both in one-on-one interactions with students and in broader musical community engagement.

• A commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive learning environment.

To apply:

For a complete job description and to apply, go to http://interlochen.org/careers or go to https://interlochen.submit4jobs.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=85509.viewjobdetail&CID=85509&JID=362890&BUID=3297#/jobDescription/362890/

Application Materials:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• Portfolio and/or links to performance videos and teaching videos

Benefits Package:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Vacation, Sick, Holiday and generous winter holiday time off

• Life insurance 

• Voluntary life insurance 

• Short and long-term disability

• Employee development & tuition reimbursement programs

• Defined contribution 401(a) plan, managed by TIAA

• Free or discounted employee tickets to Interlochen performances and events *some exceptions apply 

• Early event ticket purchase before general public sales begin

• Free Stone Cafeteria meal on shift

• Dennison Recreation Center accessibility (includes spouses)

• Priority access to Interlochen employees at Pitter Patter Day Care Center (less than one mile from campus)

• Employee Referral Program (cash payments)

• Tuition discounts for employee’s children at Academy, Camp and Interlochen Online

• Parental leave (12 weeks paid for Pregnancy/Maternity/Childbirth leave, 6 weeks paid for Parental leave).