Adjunct Faculty - Music

Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

East Texas A&M University seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for the Music Department in Commerce, Texas. The role involves teaching up to seven credit hours in various music disciplines, developing syllabi, and mentoring students. A Master's degree in Music or a closely related field is required. Ideal candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills and may have prior teaching or industry experience. This position may involve on-campus, off-campus, or online instruction depending on student demand.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate hours in Music or a closely related field required for undergraduate courses.
• Terminal degree in Music or a closely related field required for teaching graduate courses.
• Evidence of teaching excellence or successful performance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours in various music subjects.
• Develop and manage class syllabi according to department standards.
• Plan lectures and assess student performance.
• Assist and mentor students as necessary.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Ability to multi-task

Ability to work cooperatively with others

Education

Master’s degree in Music or closely related field

Terminal degree in Music or closely related field

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Faculty – Music

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.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach up to seven semester credit hours (up to two courses) within the discipline, including any instrumental or vocal studio area, music theory, ear‑training, music history, world music, music education, music technology, general education courses, methods courses, and/or ensemble conducting. 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 class syllabi and ensure they meet 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 with at least 18 graduate hours in Music or a closely related field is required to teach undergraduate courses, or a terminal degree in Music or a closely related field is required to teach graduate courses.
• Knowledge/Skills: Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to: Multi‑task and work cooperatively with others.

Preferred Education/Skills/Experience

• Hold current relevant professional credentials.
• College or university teaching experience.
• Evidence of teaching excellence and/or successful performance experience.
• Prior relevant industry experience.
• Prior teaching experience in K‑12 music settings, as dictated by specific classroom needs.

Supervision of Others

N/A

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.