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Adjunct Faculty - Music (Specific Positions)

East Texas A&M University, Commerce, TX, United States


Job Title:

Adjunct Faculty - Music (Specific Positions)

Agency:

East Texas A&M University

Department:

Music

Proposed Minimum Salary:

Commensurate

Job Location:

Commerce, Texas

Job Type:

Faculty

SUMMARY
Adjunct Faculty

refers to an educator hired to teach on a course by course basis throughout an academic year.

POSITION(S)

Adjunct Instructor of Voice

Adjunct Instructor of String Methods

Adjunct Instructor of Trombone/Euphonium

Adjunct Instructor of Mariachi

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two (2) courses) within the required discipline. Instruction may be delivered on-campus, off-campus, or online and may be during the day and/or evening as dictated by student demand and departmental needs.

Develop and manage the class syllabus and ensure that the syllabus meets department and college standards.

Plan and create lectures, in-class discussions, and assignments.

Assess grades for students based on participation, performance in class, assignments, and examinations.

Assist/mentor students as needed.

Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education:

Master’s degree in Music

Experience:

1 or more years of collegiate teaching experience.

Knowledge / Skills:

Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.

Ability to:

Multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

Licensing/Professional Certifications:

n/a

Physical Requirements:

n/a

Other Requirements:

n/a

PREFERRED EDUCATION / SKILLS/ EXPERIENCE

Doctor of Musical Arts, PhD in Music Education or related degree/field.

Special consideration will be granted to candidates who hold a degree in trombone or euphonium performance, vocal performance, or music education with an foundation in string methods/pedagogy.

Special consideration will be granted to candidates who have successful experience with mariachi ensembles.

College or University teaching experience.

Evidence of teaching excellence.

Prior relevant industry experience.

SUPERVISION OF OTHERS
N/A

COMPETITIVE BENEFITS & WORK-LIFE BALANCE

Employee tuition assistance for master’s and doctoral programs.

Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term disability insurance.

ETAMU contributes to employee health and basic life insurance premiums.

12-15 days of annual paid holidays, plus up to eight hours of paid sick leave and vacation each month.

Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), with optional additional retirement plans (ORP).

Physical wellness program and wellness release time for eligible employees.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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