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Music Instructor/ Choral Director
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Position Summary Provide academic instruction to students at the college level in theory and practice; give an overview of the different types of music, music history, and significant music time periods; and include instruction on some musical instruments and choral direction.
Salary Schedule Placement:
Placement on Salary Schedule D1 ($46,590-61,711) based on education and experience. Summer appointments are based on enrollment - Salary Schedule D1 ($14,384-29,184) based on education and experience. Annual Potential Salary including Summer Appointment ($60,974-94,363)
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Teach 30-35 contact hours or 15-16 credit hours per semester and/or the equivalent in non-credit hours or a combination of the credit and non-credit course offerings.
Available to teach day, night, and weekend classes, and training opportunities if necessary.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance at work and record/maintain student attendance records.
Prepare and maintain current course syllabus according to the College’s guidelines.
Develop and implement a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students, consistent with local and state plans of study established curriculum.
Plan and employ a variety of appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities compatible with the physical facility and the needs and abilities of the students.
Plan and implement lessons based on curriculum objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
When teaching online, maintain an active presence in the online environment, participate in discussion boards, and follow all prescribed eCollege guidelines and practices as outlined in the eCollege Faculty Manual.
Actively participate and work with other school personnel in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials to provide students with optimal learning opportunities.
Possess knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment of instructional specialty.
Review curriculum and make routine adjustments in both ground and online courses.
Be skilled and effective in oral and written communication and in choral performances and production.
Work to diffuse conflict and mediate problems with students and colleagues.
Maintain musical resources, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Prepare program course offerings for each semester and term.
Develop and evaluate Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for instructional specialty.
Collaborate with other unit programs to develop and implement divisional goals.
Know the institution’s program of studies related to mission, goals, and organization.
Recruit students into the program, advise them through completion, and recruit for the College’s choral groups.
Serve on divisional, institutional, and state-wide committees as appointed.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
Work with the college ADA coordinator to provide appropriate accommodations for identified students.
Attend assigned divisional, department, and college meetings.
Review and modify curriculum for both ground and distance education courses.
Develop and implement a program of instruction that meets shared department goals and objectives outlined for the course.
Use Blackboard regularly to augment instruction by uploading the syllabus, homework assignments, supplemental videos, lecture presentations, handouts, assignments, materials and recorded lectures (where applicable).
Participate on committees and engage in college-wide activities to promote the missions of the institution.
Agree to participate in required college events such as graduation, honors day programs, and other assigned events.
Maintain a neat, appropriate and professional appearance at all times.
Adhere to all school and/or department policies and respond to all administrative requests in a timely professional manner.
Assist every student in developing their academic abilities to their greatest capacity.
Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in Music or a related field of study; or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours of graduate-level music, music performance, and music history.
At least 3 years of full‑time teaching experience in Music at a secondary or postsecondary level.
Specialized training or experience in choral directorship and group performance.
Must be computer literate and versed in instructional technology platforms.
Essential Physical Skills
Be able to circulate the room during instruction and/or testing conditions.
Must be computer literate.
Be able to move technological carts and equipment (at least 20 to 25 pounds).
Application Procedures / Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a complete application packet through the online application system (www.lawsonstate.edu) by the specified deadline to be considered.
It is the applicant’s sole responsibility to ensure their application packet is complete.
Application material may not be submitted by fax or email.
No previous application files will be transferred for consideration of this position.
If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (205)929-3408.
A Complete Application Packet Consists Of
A cover letter
Online application
A current resume
A copy of all postsecondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and degree conferred.
If employed, all official transcripts must be received by the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment state date.
Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered.
Before an offer is made, the applicant must provide employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience, including employment dates and job title on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.
Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made.
Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer.
More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
EEOC, E-Verify, and Background Check Statements Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic, including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation, be denied benefits, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity.
Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request.
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check.
Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification.
Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify).
Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position.
Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline.
Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified.
Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.
The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.
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Music Instructor/ Choral Director
role at
Inside Higher Ed
Position Summary Provide academic instruction to students at the college level in theory and practice; give an overview of the different types of music, music history, and significant music time periods; and include instruction on some musical instruments and choral direction.
Salary Schedule Placement:
Placement on Salary Schedule D1 ($46,590-61,711) based on education and experience. Summer appointments are based on enrollment - Salary Schedule D1 ($14,384-29,184) based on education and experience. Annual Potential Salary including Summer Appointment ($60,974-94,363)
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
Teach 30-35 contact hours or 15-16 credit hours per semester and/or the equivalent in non-credit hours or a combination of the credit and non-credit course offerings.
Available to teach day, night, and weekend classes, and training opportunities if necessary.
Maintain regular and consistent attendance at work and record/maintain student attendance records.
Prepare and maintain current course syllabus according to the College’s guidelines.
Develop and implement a program of instruction that meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students, consistent with local and state plans of study established curriculum.
Plan and employ a variety of appropriate instructional/learning strategies and activities compatible with the physical facility and the needs and abilities of the students.
Plan and implement lessons based on curriculum objectives and the needs and abilities of students.
When teaching online, maintain an active presence in the online environment, participate in discussion boards, and follow all prescribed eCollege guidelines and practices as outlined in the eCollege Faculty Manual.
Actively participate and work with other school personnel in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials to provide students with optimal learning opportunities.
Possess knowledge of content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment of instructional specialty.
Review curriculum and make routine adjustments in both ground and online courses.
Be skilled and effective in oral and written communication and in choral performances and production.
Work to diffuse conflict and mediate problems with students and colleagues.
Maintain musical resources, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Prepare program course offerings for each semester and term.
Develop and evaluate Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) for instructional specialty.
Collaborate with other unit programs to develop and implement divisional goals.
Know the institution’s program of studies related to mission, goals, and organization.
Recruit students into the program, advise them through completion, and recruit for the College’s choral groups.
Serve on divisional, institutional, and state-wide committees as appointed.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator.
Work with the college ADA coordinator to provide appropriate accommodations for identified students.
Attend assigned divisional, department, and college meetings.
Review and modify curriculum for both ground and distance education courses.
Develop and implement a program of instruction that meets shared department goals and objectives outlined for the course.
Use Blackboard regularly to augment instruction by uploading the syllabus, homework assignments, supplemental videos, lecture presentations, handouts, assignments, materials and recorded lectures (where applicable).
Participate on committees and engage in college-wide activities to promote the missions of the institution.
Agree to participate in required college events such as graduation, honors day programs, and other assigned events.
Maintain a neat, appropriate and professional appearance at all times.
Adhere to all school and/or department policies and respond to all administrative requests in a timely professional manner.
Assist every student in developing their academic abilities to their greatest capacity.
Qualifications
Master’s degree or higher in Music or a related field of study; or a Master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours of graduate-level music, music performance, and music history.
At least 3 years of full‑time teaching experience in Music at a secondary or postsecondary level.
Specialized training or experience in choral directorship and group performance.
Must be computer literate and versed in instructional technology platforms.
Essential Physical Skills
Be able to circulate the room during instruction and/or testing conditions.
Must be computer literate.
Be able to move technological carts and equipment (at least 20 to 25 pounds).
Application Procedures / Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and submit a complete application packet through the online application system (www.lawsonstate.edu) by the specified deadline to be considered.
It is the applicant’s sole responsibility to ensure their application packet is complete.
Application material may not be submitted by fax or email.
No previous application files will be transferred for consideration of this position.
If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (205)929-3408.
A Complete Application Packet Consists Of
A cover letter
Online application
A current resume
A copy of all postsecondary transcripts identifying the applicant, institution, and degree conferred.
If employed, all official transcripts must be received by the Office of Human Resources prior to the employment state date.
Applicants who fail to submit a complete application packet will not be considered.
Before an offer is made, the applicant must provide employment verification letter(s) from a current or previous employer detailing all relevant experience, including employment dates and job title on official letterhead with an authorized personnel signature.
Work experience verification from a current employer may be delayed until an official offer of employment has been made.
Applicants must submit a written request to delay submission or work experience verification from a current employer.
More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process.
EEOC, E-Verify, and Background Check Statements Lawson State Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic, including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation, be denied benefits, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity.
Lawson State Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants upon request.
In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and Guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check.
Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification.
Lawson State Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify).
Additional Information Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position.
Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline.
Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified.
Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.
The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to awarding.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Online Audio and Video Media
#J-18808-Ljbffr