The Cleveland Institute of Music is an equal employment opportunity employer and educator and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, political affiliation or veteran status.

Unless otherwise noted in the position description, employment inquiries should be directed to:

Director of Human Resources
The Cleveland Institute of Music
11021 East Blvd.
Cleveland, OH 44106

The following employment opportunities are available:

• Dean of the Conservatory
• Full-Time Faculty: Voice
• Part-Time Faculty: English as a Second Language (ESL)
• Full-Time Faculty: Eurhythmics

Dean of the Conservatory

CLEVELAND INSTITUTE OF MUSIC-Dean of the Conservatory. The Cleveland Institute of Music, an independent, privately supported, not-for-profit conservatory, invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean. The Dean serves the institute by providing administrative leadership, guidance, and support to students, faculty and staff in all aspects of CIM's collegiate-level programs. Reporting to the Vice President, the Dean collaborates with department heads in the administration of all academic programs. Cleveland Institute of Music seeks a Dean who has a minimum of a master's degree, 5+ years of experience in music teaching and administration, and a passion for excellence. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Please send application letter, curriculum vitae, and three references by December 12th, 2008 to:

Director of Human Resources
The Cleveland Institute of Music
11021 East Blvd.
Cleveland, OH 44106
Fax: 216-795-3141
E-mail: mms50@case.edu

Full-Time Faculty: Voice

The Cleveland Institute of Music, a private, independent conservatory, announces a full-time faculty position in voice (tenor, baritone, or bass-baritone), beginning Fall 2009.

Responsibilities include studio teaching of degree and diploma students at the undergraduate and graduate level, possible teaching of related courses, and performing departmental functions such as student recruiting and attending auditions.

Applicants should have a DMA or MM and significant performing experience. A proven record of successful teaching at the college level is required. CIM does not employ a traditional rank and tenure system. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application materials must include cover letter, curriculum vitae, a DVD of recent performances with different styles and languages, a DVD demonstrating two or three individual lessons, and three blind letters of recommendation. Applications and letters of recommendation should be sent to:

Catherine Jarjisian
Interim Dean of the Conservatory
Cleveland Institute of Music
11021 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106

Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.

The Cleveland Institute of Music is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.

Part-Time Faculty: English as a Second Language (ESL)

The Cleveland Institute of Music announces a part-time position, beginning Fall 2009, in the teaching of English as a second language. An introduction to the school, faculty, and programs can be found at www.cim.edu.

Responsibilities include designing and teaching a class for graduate students in the Conservatory seeking to acquire English proficiency necessary for pursuing a degree program and supervising Conservatory-student tutors assigned to provide additional instructional support. Applicants should have experience teaching English as a second language, particularly to students from Asian and/or Eastern European countries, and a knowledge of music.

Application materials must include cover letter, curriculum vitae, and two blind letters of reference. Applications and letters of recommendation should be sent to:

Catherine Jarjisian
Interim Dean of the Conservatory
Cleveland Institute of Music
11021 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106

Review of applications will begin on October 29, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.

Full-Time Faculty: Eurhythmics

The Cleveland Institute of Music, a private, independent conservatory, announces a full-time faculty position in eurhythmics, beginning fall 2009. An introduction to the school, faculty, and programs can be found at www.cim.edu.

Responsibilities include teaching eurhythmics courses for Conservatory students in their first and second years and teaching advanced elective classes to upper-level students. Some teaching of classes for young children and/or in pedagogy may be anticipated.

Applicants must have a Master of Music degree and a proven record of successful experience at the college level. A Dalcroze license is preferred. CIM does not employ a traditional rank and tenure system. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Application materials must include cover letter, curriculum vitae, and three blind letters of recommendation. Electronic submissions are encouraged: Catherine.Jarjisian@case.edu. Applications and letters of recommendation also may be sent to:

Catherine Jarjisian
Interim Dean of the Conservatory
Cleveland Institute of Music
11021 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106

Review of applications will begin on November 10, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. DVDs of teaching segments may be requested at a later date.

The Cleveland Institute of Music is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer.

This page was last updated on November 5, 2008.