Principal subject teacher Violin

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The position is assigned to salary scale 12 (senior teacher, maximum €7534.61 gross per month in the case of full-time employment) Published on Monday 19 October 2026 Back to list Share Amsterdam University of the Arts >

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Organisation Supervisory Board Executive Board Six academies Service Bureau Advisory Committees Participation councils Regulations Annual report Corporate identity Mission Strategic Plan Quality assurance Sustainability Development of entrepreneurship Partnerships Diversity and inclusion Marineterrein Working at the AHK Vacancies Contact Locations Colophon ANBI status Disclaimer Cookies Privacy Organisation Mission Marineterrein Working at the AHK Contact Vacancies Amsterdam University of the Arts > ... > Vacancies > Vacancy description Job openings at AHK: find your new challenge here The Conservatorium van Amsterdam is looking for a: Principal subject teacher Violin Position The teacher will carry out teaching duties and provide guidance to principal subject students in the Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes. The teacher will play a leading role in the development of the student into a musician performing at a high professional level. The teacher will give individual and group lessons, organize class concerts, be involved in the further development of the education and participate in assessment committees. Profile The principal subject teacher of Violin: has completed a master degree in classical Violin; has an internationally outstanding artistic career, with an excellent reputation as a soloist and/or as a member of an ensemble or orchestra; possesses excellent pedagogical and didactic skills at a higher education level and is active in the (international) professional field as a teacher/coach; has a broad and up-to-date understanding of the professional landscape and career opportunities for violinists, is aware of the changing nature of the profession and embraces innovation; affinity with and experience in performing contemporary music are considered an advantage; is committed to the educational mission of the Conservatorium van Amsterdam (CvA), endorses the educational objectives set out in the CvA Strategic Plan, and is keen to contribute to the CvA as an educational organisation; actively contributes to a safe, inclusive and supportive learning and working environment and demonstrates a flexible, open and collaborative attitude towards colleagues and the organisation; is committed to ongoing professional development and is willing to undertake relevant training, including the Basic Course in Teaching Competence (BDB); is able to provide a Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG); is proficient in English and lives within reasonable commuting distance of the Conservatorium van Amsterdam.

The Conservatorium van Amsterdam (CvA) trains musicians for the national and international field of work at the highest level. To this end, it offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programmes in Classical Music, Jazz and Pop Music, a teacher training programme, various programmes for young top talent and an electronic music department. With this complete range of courses, the CvA not only fully reflects the current musical landscape, but also plays an active role in shaping the national and international music scene, now and in the future. The CvA has excellent teaching staff, a population of approximately 1,200 students and forms part of the Amsterdam University of the Arts. Terms of employment The CvA offers pleasant working conditions at a beautiful location in the heart of Amsterdam. The position is assigned to salary scale 12 (senior teacher, maximum €7534.61 gross per month in the case of full-time employment). Appointment and remuneration occur in accordance with the Collective Agreement for Universities of Applied Sciences (cao hbo). Assignment to the salary scale is partly dependent on education and experience. It concerns an appointment for one year as from September 1st 2027, with the intention to continue the temporary employment contract after that date. If, at the moment of employment approval, class schedules and hours are not definite yet, an employment capacity of 0.1fte will be applied, with a retroactive correction later on. The employment will be determined annually depending on the scope of the duties to be performed. It is expected that the position will expand after two years. Procedure The candidate will give a short recital (10-15 minutes) with chosen repertoire and two 20-minute individual lessons to two students, with different repertoire. Following this, a job interview with the selection committee will take place, about the professional background of the candidate, and their experience with and views on teaching. The selection committee consists of the head of the classical department, the head of strings and teacher colleagues. Enquiries and applications Applications, consisting of a motivation letter and a CV, can be sent to [email protected] up to and including November 8th 2026, stating ‘Principal subject teacher Classical Violin’. The job interviews will be held in the last week of November. For more information about the vacancy, please contact the head of strings, Margi Kirschenmann ( [email protected] ). The Conservatorium van Amsterdam strives towards a balanced and diverse workforce. This will be taken into account during the selection procedure. Apply until Sunday 8 November 2026 Department Conservatorium van Amsterdam Formation approximately 0,15 fte

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