Music Adjunct Lecturer Job at Olympic College in Bremerton

Music Adjunct - General

Salary: $5,000 - $6,000 per 5-credit class

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Department: Music - SSH Division

Reports To: Dean of Social Sciences & Humanities

This position is for a Music Adjunct Faculty member to teach OC’s Music History, Theory, Fundamentals, and Appreciation classes. The candidate should be able to teach both in person and remotely, depending on circumstances. Applications are considered when submitted through the OC employment portal.

The role involves teaching courses in accordance with the college catalog, schedule, discipline guidelines, and course outlines. Responsibilities include preparing instructional materials, grading, maintaining student records, providing class syllabi, and submitting required documents to the division office. Olympic College values student-centered learning, closing achievement gaps, supporting diversity, and employing data-informed decision making in instruction.

Essential Functions

1. Teach assigned Music courses following the schedule and discipline guidelines.
2. Prepare instructional materials and grade student work.
3. Submit records and documents as scheduled.
4. Willingness to teach face-to-face at Bremerton, Shelton, and Poulsbo campuses, as well as remotely.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Music or Music Education.
• At least two years of teaching experience in Music, including to adults.

College teaching experience is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Graduate-level knowledge of Music, including History, Appreciation, and Theory.
• Ability to teach a diverse student population across various educational levels.

Special Skills

• Promote multicultural understanding and appreciation.
• Work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Incorporate technology in instruction, including face-to-face, hybrid, and online modalities.
• Build effective working relationships.
• Align with Olympic College’s mission and values, fostering a student-centered environment.

Terms of Employment

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. No visa sponsorship is available. Official transcripts are required within 30 days of employment. This is a quarterly contracted adjunct position, with pay based on a range per quarter. Flexibility for evening, weekend, satellite campus, and off-campus instruction is required. Positions are reviewed quarterly; applying does not guarantee employment. Benefits are limited initially but may include retirement plans, sick leave, tuition waivers, and other perks after eligibility is met.

Conditions of Employment

Background checks and disclosures are required. Olympic College is committed to equity and inclusion; applicants must submit a statement on diversity, equity, and inclusion contributions.

How To Apply

Apply online via the Olympic College website, submitting an application, resume, cover letter, and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Recommended materials include recent syllabi and professional recommendation letters.

EEO Statement

Olympic College provides equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations, prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or veteran status. Contact Carroll McWhorter at 360-475-7301 for inquiries.

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