Adjunct Faculty – Applied Music (Voice)

Simpson College; Indianola (IA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Simpson College is seeking part-time adjunct faculty in Applied Music to provide voice instruction to music majors and non-majors. The role focuses on individualized and/or group teaching by professional musicians dedicated to student success and artistic excellence.

Responsibilities include preparing syllabi, delivering course materials, and evaluating progress through performances and assessments, with opportunities to participate in juries and recitals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Music or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated expertise in vocal performance.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Provide applied instruction in voice for majors and non-majors.
• Prepare and deliver course materials, including syllabi.
• Evaluate student progress through performances, assignments, and assessments.
• Offer constructive feedback and mentorship to students.
• Participate in departmental juries and recitals.
• Maintain professional standards in teaching and musicianship.

Skills

Vocal performance

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Diversity & inclusion

Teaching experience (preferred)

Education

Master’s degree in Music or related field

Tools

Digital tools for music instruction

Job description

Description

Simpson College is seeking qualified and passionate educators for part-time Adjunct Faculty positions in Applied Music. We are currently hiring specialists in voice to provide individualized and/or group instruction to music majors and non-majors. These positions are ideal for professional musicians and educators who are committed to student success and artistic excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide applied instruction in voice for majors and non-majors
• Prepare and deliver course materials, including syllabi
• Evaluate student progress through performances, assignments, and assessments.
• Offer constructive feedback and mentorship to students.
• Participate in departmental juries and recitals.
• Maintain professional standards in teaching and musicianship.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in Music or a closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated expertise in vocal performance
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population.

Preferred Qualifications

• College-level teaching experience.
• Active performance career or professional experience in art song and opera, with familiarity with musical theatre.
• Familiarity with digital tools for music instruction

Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the positions are filled.