Lecturer for Music Theory Pre-College including Elective Piano 30-60% (a split of the position is possible)
Hochschule Luzern (HSLU)
Kriens
Key information
- Publication date:08 October 2025
- Workload:30 – 60%
- Contract type:Unlimited employment
- Place of work:Kriens
Job summary
Join Hochschule Luzern as a Music Theory Instructor. Be part of a vibrant educational community!
Tasks
- Teach music theory including ear training and analysis to pre-college students.
- Prepare students for theoretical entrance exams with tailored guidance.
- Contribute to the curriculum development and improvement initiatives.
Skills
- Degree in music theory with teaching experience at pre-college level.
- Strong pedagogical skills and passion for student engagement.
- Proficient in digital teaching tools and collaborative work.
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Your tasks
- You teach music theory (ear training, harmony, analysis, piano practice) in the classical profile at the Pre-College level
- You prepare students for the theoretical entrance exams
- Active participation and further development of the teaching content within the Pre-College curricula
Your profile
- University degree in music theory
- Proven professional experience in teaching at Pre-College or university level
- A clear focus on ear training is desirable
- Pedagogical competence and enthusiasm for working with students
- Confident handling of digital teaching media
- Initiative, team spirit, and commitment
- Willingness to teach on Thursdays (pre-study, preparatory course 3) and Saturday mornings (preparatory courses 1 and 2)
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Professional information
Prof. Dr. Michael Zink
Head of the Institute for New Music, Composition and Theory
michael.zink@hslu.ch
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