Piano Accompanist Faculty - Part-time

div style="margin-bottom: 12.0pt;line-height: normal;"divspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;"AMDA College of the Performing Arts, with campuses in New York City and Hollywood, is one of the foremost post-secondary performing arts colleges in the country. AMDA offers various pathways for students to receive unparalleled performing arts education taught by world-class industry professionals, including Professional Conservatory Certificates as well as undergraduate and graduate degrees (Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Associate of Occupational Studies, Master of Fine Arts and Master of Arts)./span/divdivspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;" /span/divdivbspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;"Primary Responsibilities:/span/bspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;" /span/divul style="margin-top: 0.0in;"li style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Maintaining current knowledge in subject matter areas as it relates to a working knowledge of musical theater literature  /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Providing accompaniment in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Supporting the lead teacher in creating and maintaining a student-centered environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics both online and in-person /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Utilizing online classrooms and sustaining student engagement when requested /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Consistent communication and accurate reporting  /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Contribution to the school community, including: /span/liul style="margin-top: 0.0in;"li style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Committee Participation /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Active Engagement in required training and initiatives /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Viewing student performances /span/li/ulli style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Upholding AMDA’s core values of equity and inclusion in the classroom and commitment to an environment of student safety and support /span/li/uldivspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;" /span/divdivbspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;"Qualifications:/span/bspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;" /span/divul style="margin-top: 0.0in;"li style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Bachelor's degree in a related field; commensurate performance/professional experience may be considered /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Must have strong sight-reading ability /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"An appreciation for the traditions of performing arts academic setting /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches with the effective use of technology. /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning both in-person and online /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Have a commitment and sensitivity to, as well as an understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles /span/li/uldivbspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;"Preferred Qualifications:/span/bspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;" /span/divul style="margin-top: 0.0in;"li style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Master's degree in a related field /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Experience with Canvas LMS  /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Transposition skills in the moment /span/li/uldivspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;" /span/divdivbspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;"Eligibility Requirements - Performance Credentials:/span/bspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;" /span/divdivspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;" /span/divul style="margin-top: 0.0in;"li style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"AMDA differentiates itself from other performing arts colleges by having students learn from quot;working faculty.quot; Applicants must have performance experience within the industry; preference will be given to instructors with recent/current performance credits /span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"Experience with a variety of styles and periods is a plus /span/li/uldivbspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;"Position Information:/span/bspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;" /span/divul style="margin-top: 0.0in;"li style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"$35-$49 per accompanist hour/span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"$35 per auxiliary hour/span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"This position is part time (less than 29 hours per week), in-person commitment. All candidates must reside in the New York area or be willing to relocate. AMDA will not provide a relocation package./span/lili style="color: black;"span style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;"This position is subject to a background check upon a conditional offer of employment and a reference check./span/li/uldivbspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;"Diversity and Qualifications:/span/bspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;" /span/divdivspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;"AMDA is fully committed to diversity, inclusivity, and equity throughout the teaching and learning process. We encourage applications from individuals who have extensive experience working with students from diverse backgrounds. Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' development and learning styles. Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply./span/divdiv /divdivspan style="font-size: 11.0pt;line-height: 115.0%;font-family: Calibri , sans-serif;background: white;"AMDA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in which no person is subjected to discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, supervision, promotion, working conditions, termination, layoff, demotion, transfer, compensation, and training./span/divdiv /div/div