The Voice Instructor is responsible for planning and delivering engaging, age-appropriate vocal instruction for students ages 3 through high school. The instructor will work with students across a wide range of developmental stages and vocal ranges, building healthy vocal technique, musical expression, confidence, and performance skills. Instruction should support individual student growth while fostering a positive, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate learning environment aligned with the mission and values of the Fine Arts Association.
Develop and implement structured and developmentally appropriate lesson plans for voice students ages 3 through high school.
Teach foundational through advanced vocal techniques, including breath support, posture, diction, pitch accuracy, tone production, resonance, and vocal health.
Instruct students across a wide range of vocal ranges and stages of vocal development (pre-voice change, changing voices, and mature voices).
Adapt instructional methods and repertoire to meet individual developmental stages, vocal abilities, and learning needs.
Introduce early childhood students (ages 3–5) to foundational musical and vocal concepts through play-based, movement-based, and age-appropriate singing activities.
Guide older and advanced students in repertoire development, stylistic interpretation, music theory, and performance preparation.
Foster a supportive learning environment that encourages healthy vocal habits, confidence, discipline, and artistic expression.
Provide individualized instruction, feedback, and vocal coaching to support student progress and development.
Select appropriate repertoire aligned with vocal range, age, and technical ability.
Prepare lesson plans, organize instructional materials, and maintain a structured and effective teaching environment.
Supervise students during lessons, rehearsals, performances, recitals, workshops, and special events as applicable.
Monitor vocal health and ensure safe singing practices appropriate to each developmental stage.
Maintain attendance records, lesson documentation, and student progress reports as required by the Fine Arts Association.
Assist with preparation and participation in student performances, recitals, and community events.
Communicate effectively with students and families regarding progress, expectations, repertoire, and scheduling.
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as requested.
Support the mission, values, policies, and procedures of the Fine Arts Association.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s degree in Music, Vocal Performance, Music Education, or a closely related field preferred.
Demonstrated proficiency in vocal performance and pedagogy.
Experience teaching voice to early childhood through high school students strongly preferred.
Ability to work effectively with a wide range of vocal types, ranges, and developmental stages.
Strong understanding of vocal technique, music theory, and performance practices.
Knowledge of vocal health principles and age-appropriate repertoire selection.
Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.
Ability to create engaging, supportive, and developmentally responsive lessons.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive, student-centered learning environment.
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues, students, and families.
Ability to sit, stand, and move for extended periods during instruction and performances.
Ability to demonstrate vocal technique and model healthy singing practices.
Ability to lift, carry, and organize instructional materials and music (up to approximately 25 pounds).
Manual and auditory acuity sufficient to evaluate pitch, tone, rhythm, diction, and vocal quality.
Ability to engage in physical activity consistent with early childhood instruction (e.g., movement-based vocal activities).
Work is performed in classroom, studio, rehearsal, and performance environments.
Exposure to moderate noise levels associated with group vocal instruction.
