Adjunct Instructor, Music (Guitar) - UT Southern Job at The University of Tennes

Adjunct Instructor, Music (Guitar) - UT Southern

The University of Tennessee Southern seeks a part-time adjunct faculty member to teach in the Music program as a guitar instructor. The primary responsibility is teaching private guitar lessons to music majors and non-majors, with the opportunity to teach lessons through the Community Music Academy at $40/hour. Applicants may have the opportunity to teach other music classes, depending on department needs and instructor expertise. The principal responsibility of the position is teaching undergraduate students.

Position Overview

The Guitar instructor will teach primarily applied lessons to both music majors and non-majors as well as to community members of all ages through the Community Music Academy. Applicants may also have the opportunity to teach other music classes according to department needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied guitar lessons to music majors and non-majors.
• Opportunity to teach additional lessons through the Community Music Academy at $40/hour.
• Teach music courses according to department needs and instructor expertise.
• Work with the program coordinator to ensure consistent and appropriate student learning.
• Utilize the College's learning management system (Canvas) to assess student projects and record grades.
• Regularly check email and respond to messages in a timely manner.
• Complete all required reports, such as early grade alerts, midterm grades, and final grades.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Guitar, another Music field with guitar as a primary instrument, or a related field.
• Demonstrated ability to play in various styles (pop/rock, jazz, classical, etc.).
• Proven record of quality instruction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching college-level musicians.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) such as Canvas.
• Ability to teach courses in other areas (Music Appreciation, Aural Skills, Music Theory, etc.).

Required Application Materials

• Cover Letter
• CV
• Link(s) to recordings of the applicant playing in at least two different styles (pop/rock, jazz, classical, etc.).

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Higher Education