Artist Faculty, Jazz and Contemporary Voice

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Rank Track Non-Tenure Track Position Title Artist Faculty, Jazz and Contemporary Voice Category Part-Time Faculty Position Number Posting Number F0000272 Location Chicago Open Date 06/01/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled? Yes Job Type Part-Time Working Hours Position Summary

The mission of the Chicago College of Performing Arts is to graduate students seeking a career in music, education, theatre, or arts administration, who are confident, passionate, knowledgeable, and capable of functioning in the professional arena, and who are dedicated to the practice of art to serve the cause of human dignity and to effect positive change in their communities.

Position Description

The Interdisciplinary Conservatory at Roosevelt University's Chicago College of Performing Arts is seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to serve as Director of the Vocal Jazz "New Deal" Ensemble. This is a part-time position offering a unique opportunity to shape an innovative, cross-disciplinary ensemble at one of Chicago's most distinctive performing arts institutions, and to mentor the next generation of jazz and contemporary voice artists in a creative, collaborative environment.

This position entails the following categories of instruction:

Primary: Directorship of the Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Secondary: Potential for weekly applied Jazz and Contemporary Voice lessons taught onsite at the Chicago College of Performing Arts (CCPA) Chicago campus, working with students enrolled in the following degree programs:

• Bachelor of Music in Jazz and Contemporary Performance
• Bachelor of Music Education
• Bachelor of Musical Arts
• Bachelor of Arts

Potential for teaching in other relevant areas as assigned.

Job Duties:

• Cultivate and sustain a rehearsal culture grounded in effective, healthy, and student-centered pedagogy.
• Support the retention of enrolled students through engaged mentorship.
• Applied studio instructors: Participation in recruitment activities, including auditions.
• Applied studio instructors: Participation in program meetings, recital adjudications and juries.
• Maintain clear and responsive communication with students, faculty, and staff, utilizing assigned Roosevelt University email.
• Meet institutional expectations for grade submission, syllabus preparation, and mandatory University training.

This is a part-time position with a cap of 20 total teaching hours per week.

Compensation:

Vocal Jazz Ensemble Direction: Annual stipend of $7,200 ($3,600/semester).

Applied Studio Instruction: $80-$90/studio hour, commensurate with experience.

Title IX Contact Information: Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or TitleIX@roosevelt.edu.

Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email hrquestions@roosevelt.edu.

Special Instructions Summary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

• Bachelor's degree; significant teaching and/or performing experience will be considered in place of earned degrees.
• Documented record of consistent professional experience and visibility as a performer.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience.

Years of Experience Required 2 Certification/Licensure Required Minimum Qualifications

Please see Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required section.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree; significant teaching and/or performing experience will be considered in place of earned degrees.
• Experience in collegiate level teaching.
• Excellent interpersonal skills

Equipment Operated

Standard office technology (copier, scanner, computer) and studio environment.

Working Conditions

Standard climate and noise-controlled office, studio, and classroom environment. Position is largely sedentary, calling for frequent use of wrist for typing. May be exposed to loud voices and/or instruments from students practicing.

Priority Application Instructions Departmental Contact Information

Jim Iorio

Co-Chair of the Interdisciplinary Conservatory

jiorio01@roosevelt.edu

(312) 341-2347

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have an earned Bachelors degree?

• Yes

• No

• Please explain your experience in teaching/and or performing.

(Open Ended Question)

• Will you now or at any point in the future require employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B) to legally work in the United States?
• Yes
• No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• List of References
• Curriculum Vitae
• Letter of Interest

Optional Documents

• Special Document/File 1