Adjunct Faculty, Department of Music & Theatre

XU01 Xavier University; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Xavier University in Cincinnati is seeking qualified candidates for a part-time Adjunct Instructor position in the Department of Music & Theatre for the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate will demonstrate excellence in undergraduate teaching and contribute to student engagement.

The adjunct role involves teaching assigned courses, effective planning of lectures, and utilizing the Canvas academic program to track student progress. Interested applicants must apply via Xavier’s career site with a cover letter and resume.

Qualifications

• Candidates may qualify with a master’s degree in a related field accompanied by significant professional experience.
• Demonstrated ability to teach at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course(s).
• Effective planning and preparation of lectures.
• Use Canvas to provide course information and maintain records.
• Work cooperatively with department members.

Skills

Teaching at the college level

Effective planning and preparation

Cooperation with department members

Education

Master’s degree in a related field

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Current Xavier University employees must apply to the internal career site by logging into Workday Adjunct Faculty, Department of Music & Theatre. Xavier University is seeking qualified candidates to join our pool of potential adjunct faculty for the 2026-2027 academic year. This posting is intended to collect applications for a part‑time, non‑tenure‑track position for an Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Music & Theatre.

Candidates must be dedicated to undergraduate teaching and demonstrate excellence in their field. The successful candidate(s) will contribute to our commitment to excellence in teaching and student engagement. Adjunct faculty contracts are issued on a semester‑by‑semester basis, depending on departmental needs and student enrollment.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates may qualify with a master’s degree in a related field accompanied by significant professional experience or a relevant graduate degree. Demonstrated ability to teach at the college level.

• Music in Film (MUSC 106)
• Private Lesson: Voice (MUSC 282)
• Private Lesson: Electric Guitar (MUSC 283)
• Private Lesson: Drum Set (MUSC 298)
• Private Lesson: Jazz Piano (MUSC 298)
• Voice and Movement for the Actor (THTR 121)
• Voice for Theatre Majors (THTR 197)
• Lighting Design (THTR 331)
• Jazz Dance I (DANC 155)
• Trumpet (MUSC 294)

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned course(s).
• Effective planning and preparation of lectures, discussions, and activities to support student success.
• Use Xavier’s campus‑wide academic program, Canvas, to provide course information and maintain an electronic record of students’ progress.
• Work cooperatively with members of the department.

Application Process

Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, and candidates may be contacted as teaching needs arise. To ensure consideration, interested and qualified applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University’s website. For additional information, please contact Stephen Skiles, Chair, Department of Music & Theatre at [e-mail]. The adjunct faculty pool will close on May1,2027. If you are not contacted by that date and remain interested in employment with Xavier University, please reapply to a new adjunct pool posting once it becomes available.

Xavier University is an equal opportunity employer.