Artist Teacher of Musical Theatre Voice – Part Time Job at Roosevelt University

Artist Teacher of Musical Theatre Voice – Part Time

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. Recognizing that difference broadens perspectives, Roosevelt University seeks to serve a diverse 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 while training and educating students for performing arts industries.

Teaching responsibilities include private weekly singing lessons for undergraduate Musical Theatre majors and other students on degree tracks that include applied voice. In addition, 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. The pay for this position is $70 per hour.

Title IX Contact Information: Natasha Robinson, Title IX Coordinator, Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. Phone: 312‑281‑3245, Email: TitleIX@roosevelt.edu.

For job‑related inquiries, please email hrquestions@roosevelt.edu.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• 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.
• Functional piano skills to support a voice lesson.

Years of Experience Required

• 1–2 years teaching at the university level.

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.
• 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.
• Documented success in collegiate teaching.

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.