String Bass Instructor

String Bass Instructor (Part‑Time)
Located in Durham, North Carolina, this faculty position is part of the String School within the Department of Music. The role focuses on providing instruction to elementary through high school students in a pre‑college program.

What You’ll Do:

Provide one‑on‑one and small group instruction to students ranging from beginner to advanced levels
Select and teach appropriate scales, etudes, and repertoire tailored to each student’s development
Coach chamber ensembles and support collaborative performance experiences
Prepare students for solo recitals, concerts, and ensemble performances
Partner with fellow String School instructors, parents, volunteers, and program leadership to support student success
Participate in monthly teacher meetings and contribute to program planning and improvement

What You’ll Bring:

A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Bass Performance or Music Education
Demonstrated experience teaching string bass to elementary, middle, and/or high school students
Experience with both Suzuki and traditional pedagogical methods

Benefits:
Anticipated hourly rate is $45+/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or military status.

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