Adjunct Faculty (Pool) Music

Position Summary:

The Department of Music at Vanguard University of Southern California invites applications for its General Music Adjunct Faculty Pool. This pool supports the universitys ongoing need for qualified adjunct instructors to teach a variety of general music worship arts and music education related courses as departmental needs arise.

Courses may serve Music majors Liberal Studies majors and non-majors preparing for careers in education ministry or related fields. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong musicianship effective pedagogy and a commitment to integrating faith and learning in a Christ-centered academic environment.

Appointments are made on a course-by-course semester-by-semester basis as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Teach assigned undergraduate general music courses in alignment with departmental and university learning outcomes
• Prepare syllabi instructional materials and assessments consistent with course objectives
• Employ engaging student-centered teaching methods that incorporate both theoretical and practical learning
• Assess student learning through exams projects performances and/or demonstrations as appropriate
• Maintain regular communication with students and provide timely feedback
• Collaborate with Music Department faculty and staff as appropriate
• Integrate a faith-based approach to teaching consistent with Vanguard Universitys mission

Minimum Qualifications:

• Masters degree in Music Music Education or a closely related field (Doctorate preferred)
• Demonstrated expertise in general music instruction and pedagogy
• Experience teaching at the college or university level preferred
• Knowledge of standards-based music education where applicable
• Commitment to culturally responsive teaching practices
• Ability to support and articulate Vanguard Universitys Christian mission

SALARY: The following salary range reflects compensation paid for a 3-unit course (144 total hours) and varies based on the faculty members highest earned degree. Total compensation is based on the number of courses taught and corresponding units for each course.

$3120 to $3720 per course

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Please complete the application and upload the required documents below. Please do not send your documents directly to the Department Chair.

Accompanying Essays:

1. Personal Testimony of Relationship with Jesus Christ. Please provide a brief account of your experience of coming to faith in Christ. Include current church attendance ministry outreach and service involvement any experience you have had with the Assemblies of God or other Pentecostal churches.

2. Philosophy of Christian Education and Role of a Christian University. Explain what you believe to be the elements essential to the educational theory & practice of a Christian University.

3. Integration of Faith Teaching and Scholarship. Explain how you integrate your faith with your discipline & in your teaching and scholarship.

Curriculum vitae includes:

Colleges/universities attended location & degree or units earned.

Majors or fields of study undergrad & graduate majors minors & areas of concentration.

With the most recent a chronological listing of teaching experience - name and location of institutions title/academic rank full/part-time dates of employment

A specific listing of courses previously taught

Publications presentations honors awards and memberships in professional organizations

With the most recent employment position/title full/part-time dates of employment

Any other qualifying experience paid/voluntary other.

References - Names e-mail and phone numbers of at least 3 people not related to you whom we may contact for an evaluation of your professional abilities.

Pastoral reference letter - Pastor or church leader.

Transcripts - Unofficial transcripts accepted to apply. If selected notarized transcripts are required prior to employment.