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Independence, MO - USA

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Not Disclosed

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1 Vacancy

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Independence Community College
$675.00 Per Credit Hour

Position Announcement: Instrumental Music Adjunct(s)
Independence Community College (ICC) home of the William Inge Center for the Arts is seeking applications for adjuncts to teach and conduct several fullsize ensembles specifically Athletic Band/Drum Line Concert Band and Orchestra to lead Instrumental Lessons for Music Majors and Instrumental Lessons for NonMajors and to teach Music Appreciation. Independence Community College a small rural residential college in southeast Kansas serves approximately 1000 full and parttime students each year. Independence Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Summary
Adjuncts in Instrumental Music play a critical role in delivering a wellrounded liberal arts education by teaching undergraduate courses in Instrumental Music. Instruction supports the Colleges general education curriculum and the associates degrees. The position includes responsibilities such as course implementation and assessment and active collaboration with colleagues within the Arts and Letters Division.

All employees at ICC are expected to perform all duties in a manner consistent with the mission objectives and strategies of the College. This position reports to the Vice President of Academic Affairs as part of the Arts and Letters Division.
This position is scheduled to start August 2025.
Qualifications
Masters degree in a Music discipline; or a masters degree in a related field with 18 graduate credits in the concentration from an accredited institution of higher learning recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Teaching Responsibilities
  1. Teach undergraduate courses as assigned.
  2. Develop and provide written course syllabus with classroom policies procedures grading guidelines and learning outcomes.
  3. Develop curriculum presentation materials course materials and examinations.
  4. Use appropriate and uptodate course materials including learning objectives textbooks and supplementary teaching materials.
  5. Provide a positive learning environment committed to ICC student success by being receptive to various learning modalities (e.g. online traditional and hybrid).
  6. Work with the instructional team to provide outcomes assessment followup and improvement(s).
  7. Encourage student retention continuity progress in coursework and program and student success.
  8. Work with other instructors and college staff to promote ICC and the curricula offerings.
  9. Assist in student recruitment curriculum development and assessments.
Independence Community College

Position Announcement: Instrumental Music Adjunct(s)

Director Responsibilities

  • Develop implement promote and document instrumental music performances as appropriate to the ensemble/course.
  • Recruit students to Fine Arts programs and Instrumental Music specifically.
  • Prepare for and lead rehearsals for the ensemble.
  • Conduct concerts as appropriate to the ensemble.
  • Manage Music budget in collaboration with the Division Chair.
  • Submit Marketing Requests to promote events and opportunities in a timely fashion.
  • Create and curate appropriate material for publication on social media.
General Responsibilities
  1. Support external reporting requirements by providing information and input for accreditation state and governmental agencies and by completing reports as needed.
  2. Ensure all ICC property is secured.
  3. Exemplify the ability to work with a broad student population.
  4. Communicate effectively with sensitivity to student learning styles and developmental needs.
  5. Validate responsible work habits through collaborative and collegial social interactions.
  6. Adhere to general rules of safety procedures and ethical job standards.
  7. Present expertise in content area and keep abreast of advancements.
  8. Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with students colleagues and staff.
  9. Ability to communicate clearly effectively and professionally through oral and written communications.
  10. Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of an Adjunct in Instrumental Music. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  1. Position generally requires light work with occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds or more carrying supplies equipment.
  2. This position requires the ability to sit or stand or walk for extended and various periods of time.
  3. The ability to effectively learn new computer programs and applications as necessary; the ability to effectively troubleshoot changing computer software issues.
  4. The ability to communicate clearly with small or large groups of people with an excellent comprehension of the English language is essential.
  5. Provide own transportation to and from campus and appropriate licensing to operate college vehicles on recruiting trips.

Compensation: $675.00 per year

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.




Independence Community College (ICC)is a twoyear educational institution accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It was established in 1925 as grades 13 and 14 of the Independencepublic school system. In 1967 Independence Community College legally separated from the school district. Construction of the new community college on a 68 acre campus formerly the Independence Country Club began in 1969. Classes at the new site began in September 1970. ICC campus is now home to the Academic Building Fine Arts Building Student Union Cessna Learning Center Field House Administration BuildingWilliam Inge Center for the Artsfitness center athletic practice fields disc golf course 96bed multistructure living complex and a 200 bedresidence hall.

By renovating a donated building in 2010 we expanded our college to include ICC West (2615 West Main Street). This campus is located on the west side of Independence and is home to our technical programs: Allied Health Cosmetology and GED/ renovations were completed in 2012 to accomodate our newest program Veterinary Technology. This stateoftheart facility includes animal wards a classroom lab surgery pharmacy prep roomsmall animal treatment food prep grooming and radiology.

ICC also maintains presence downtown through the ICC Foundation office and by partnering with the Independence Business Resource Center.

Currently our educational and support programming includes 35programs of studyfor Associates of Arts and/or Science degrees 11programs of study for Certificate completionStudent Support ServicesUpward Bound mens and womens athletic programs and a variety ofcampus organizations and activities.

Mission Statement

Independence Community College serves the best interests of students and the community by providing academic excellence while promoting cultural enrichment and economic development.

Vision Statement

To be a community college that provides an exceptional educational experience by cultivating intellect encouraging creativity and enhancing character in a student and community centered environment.

Core Values

  • Integrity:ICC holds its employees and students accountable to be honest ethical and transparent.
  • Excellence:ICC demonstrates continuous quality improvement in academics and services offered to students and other stakeholders.
  • Responsiveness:ICC looks to the future by responding to the emerging needs of its stakeholders.
  • Diversity/Enrichment:ICC provides an environment that values uniqueness while promoting personal growth through creativity and innovation.
  • Commitment:ICC commits to making decisions that best serve its students and community.

Employment Type

Part-Time

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