BethuneCookman University
Job Title: Adjunct Instructor of Music
Reporting Structure: Chair of the Department of Music
Division: College of Arts & Humanities
Job Summary: This is a temporary parttime teaching position in the Department of Music. Specializations in the field of music vary by need. We seek candidates with the commitment and demonstrated ability to establish positive relationships with students and with the demonstrated potential to contribute effectively to a faculty team dedicated to creating a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. Therefore the Adjunct Instructor is to be committed to an inclusive working environment and expected to participate as an active member of the departments collaborative endeavors with a commitment to quality instruction in assigned music courses.
Duties/Responsibilities: A commitment to BCUs mission and its learnercentered approach to: teach courses in Music such as Applied Woodwind Applied Brass Applied Voice Ensemble Coaching Class Piano Music History and Music Theory as needed. The candidate willprepare course materials such as syllabi presentations and assignments in collaboration with other faculty members teaching the same courses; deliver student centered learning through the effective use of available learning management systems (Canvas);administer and grade formative and summative assessments and provide feedback; maintain regularly scheduled office hours for students; support the college and departmental wide activities and services with a spirit of leadership commitment accountability and collegiality; and adhering to the institutions policies.
Required Skills/Abilities/Experience: At least two 2 years of professional experience in collegiate teaching preferred. In addition the Adjunct Instructor engages their students beyond the classroom and must demonstrate an active commitment to the life of the University. Adjunct Instructors are not eligible for tenure.
Education: Adjunct Instructors hold masters degree in music or related field from a nationally accredited university or college commensurate professional experience and have potential to become excellent teacher student mentor in the academic community; and in fulfillment of the Universitys established criteria.
Preferred Skills Experience and Education: Experience in teaching historically disadvantaged populations show a commitment to diversity equity and inclusion and be prepared to teach a variety of music courses. Also a commitment to and effectiveness in classroom instruction are preferred. Teach day as well as evening or weekend times.
Physical Requirements: Standing seating & movement during teaching learning and advising in the classroom and office setting. Demonstrating proper musical techniques will often be necessary in Applied Music settings.
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