Adjunct Faculty – Applied Guitar

Saint Xavier University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 9,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Xavier University invites applications for part‑time adjunct faculty to teach Applied Guitar, Guitar Ensemble, and Guitar Class. The instructor will plan and deliver courses in in‑person, online, hybrid formats with assessment and timely paperwork.

Courses include Guitar Class for non‑majors (Tuesdays/Thursdays 12:30–1:50 PM), Guitar Ensemble (Tuesdays 2:00–3:20 PM), and Applied Guitar beginning August 25th. Remote exploring options may be available as needed.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Music or a closely related field; Master’s degree acceptable.
• Evidence of highly effective teaching experience, including developing instructional materials and assessments.
• Teaching training.
• Residency in Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, or Arizona.

Responsibilities

• Teach Guitar Class (beginning guitar to non‑majors on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 12:30-1:50 PM).
• Teach Guitar Ensemble (Tuesdays from 2:00-3:20 PM).
• Provide Applied Guitar lessons starting August 25th.
• Course planning and instruction in classroom, lab, and/or online delivery modes (in-person preferred).
• Student evaluation, departmental communication, and timely submission of required paperwork.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Student assessment

Education

Doctorate in Music

Master's degree

Teaching training

Job description

Summary

Saint Xavier University prides itself on its Mercy mission and excellent teaching prowess. We are seeking adjunct faculty members to teach Applied Guitar, Guitar Ensemble and Guitar Class.

SXU faculty are dedicated to high-quality teaching for its diverse student population. We strive to facilitate student success in learning, and to meet the individual educational needs of each individual within our student body.

The successful adjunct candidate will be committed to teaching in a multicultural environment and welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning abilities. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that may include teaching assignments during days, evenings, and weekends, as needed. Adjuncts can teach up to two sections of undergraduate courses per semester. Adjuncts are paid by stipend on a biweekly basis beginning on the first payroll following the course add/drop date.

We invite you to join our team and submit your application today!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The Music Department is seeking a part‑time instructor to teach Guitar Class (beginning guitar to non‑majors on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 12:30-1:50 PM), Guitar Ensemble (Tuesdays from 2:00-3:20 PM), and Applied Guitar lessons starting on August 25th.

Adjunct Faculty instructors at Saint Xavier University are responsible for course planning and instruction in classroom, lab, and/or clinical settings. Courses may be conducted in various delivery modes, such as in‑person, online, hybrid and/or blended formats, with a preference towards in‑person instruction. In addition, adjunct faculty are responsible for student evaluation, departmental communication, and timely and accurate submission of required paperwork related to instruction.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Music or a closely related preferred; Master's degree acceptable.
• Evidence of highly effective teaching experience, including developing instructional materials and assessments.
• Teaching training.
• Residency in Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan, Kentucky, or Arizona.

Applicants should provide a cover letter and curriculum vitae, which specifies undergraduate music teaching experience and teaching training. Each file should be labeled with the last name first (e.g., Lastname_CV.docx). Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. References will be contacted later to submit letters of recommendation. Questions about the position or institution can be directed to Dr. Greg Coutts, search committee chair, at [e-mail].

Additional Expectations

We inspire success by working together to provide meaningful, personalized service in a spirit of excellence. SXU seeks candidates that deliver value‑added services in a responsive, collaborative, effective, and respectful manner.

The University is committed to diversity and encourages applications from individuals with a wide variety of backgrounds and experiences. Saint Xavier University affirms its position as a Catholic institution, inspired by the heritage of the Sisters of Mercy, and asserts its rights to employ persons who subscribe to the mission, vision, and core values of the university.

Saint Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer that makes all decisions regarding recruitment, hiring, promotions, and all other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the grounds of race, color, creed, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status or other factors protected by law. Hiring decisions will be based on the bona fide occupational qualifications of each applicant.