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HOURLY MUSIC INSTRUCTOR - HARP

Job ID27206-2711
CompanyMcMaster University
LocationHamilton
ProvinceON
Date Posted2019-07-01
Job TypeFull-time
Job CategoryEducation
Description

NOTICE OF POSTING

For Hourly-Rated Sessional Music Faculty

The School of the Arts invites applications for the following Hourly-Rated Sessional Music Faculty position to be offered in the 2019-2020 academic session.

Date of Posting: July 12 to July 26, 2019         

Department Contact: Dr. Virginia Aksan, Acting Director

                                     Rose Mannarino, Administrative Coordinator - mannari@mcmaster.ca

Course Name(s)/Number(s): MUSIC 1-4E06, 1-4EE6, 3-4E03, 3-4EE3, 4E09, 4EE9: Solo Performance Lessons; MUSIC 3-4SS3, 3-4GA3: Special Studies in Chamber Music or Accompanying

Instrument: HARP

Term: Fall/Winter 2019-2020

Location (on/off campus): Main Campus

Projected Enrollment: 1 - 3    

Examination Period: December 2019 and April 2020

Wage Rate: $66.70 per hour                          

Start Time and Duration: To be arranged

Course Description/Relevant Employment Duties:

E03, E06, EE3, EE6: An intensive study of the technique and repertoire of: Harp. 12 one-hour meetings per

term, per student, one or two terms.                       

 

4E09: A continuation of Music 3E06 on the same instrument.  Advanced technique and repertoire, leading

to a final examination in a recital presentation of approximately forty minutes in duration. 12 one-hour

meetings per term, per student, two terms.

 

3SS3/4SS3: Advanced supervised studies in chamber music performance or vocal or instrumental

accompanying. 12 one-hour meetings per term, per ensemble, one term.

 

An Hourly-Rated Sessional Music Faculty is required to teach solo performance, or special studies in chamber music or accompanying for the following instrument: Harp

Required Qualifications:

Professional and educational background in the field; extensive experience in teaching harp.

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the land protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.  In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.  The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence.  The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.  While all qualified candidates are invited to apply, we particularly welcome applications from women, persons with disabilities, First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, members of visible minorities, and LGBTQ+ persons. 

Applications should be submitted in one PDF file by applying online via MOSAIC at the McMaster Academic Careers website.

Please submit the following by July 26, 2019:

  1. A cover letter stating your intent to apply for the position (including your address, phone number, and email address) and emphasizing your experience with the material to be taught. 
  2. A resume listing your academic qualifications and relevant employment experience.
  3. Information necessary to determine your current and aggregate seniority (as defined by Article 20 of the Unit 2 Collective Agreement).  www.cupe3906.org/unit-2-seniority-information/
  4. Names and contact information of two references.  Applicants will not be required to submit reference letters as part of their application. 

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Human Resources Services Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247) or Sarah Leonard at ext. 23850 to communicate accommodation needs.  



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