Adjunct Faculty - Music

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Vincennes (IN); On-site; USD 6,000 - 10,000; Part time

Job summary

Vincennes University Performing Arts Department in Vincennes, IN, seeks a part-time Adjunct Instructor of Music for fall 2025-2026. The successful candidate will teach class piano, applied piano lessons, and serve as accompanist/collaborator.

Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree in Music with an emphasis in Piano, or a related field with 18 credit hours in Music (Piano), or a Bachelor's Degree in Music with Piano and at least five years of relevant performance activity.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Music with Piano emphasis or related field with 18 credit hours in Music.
• Bachelor's degree in Music with Piano emphasis and at least five years of professional performance activity.

Responsibilities

• Teach class piano to freshman and sophomore students.
• Teach applied piano lessons to freshmen and sophomore students.
• Serve as accompanist/collaborator.
• Prepare students for recitals, masterclasses, juried assessments and juries.
• Organize details for recitals and performances for applied students.
• Participate in departmental recruitment and activities as needed.
• Provide a quality learning experience while maintaining course standards.

Skills

Piano performance

Teaching

Communication

Education

Master's in Music (Piano)

Master's in related field with 18 credit hours in Music (Piano)

Bachelor's in Music (Piano) with 5 years of professional activity

Job description

Description

The Vincennes University Performing Arts Department is seeking applicants for a part-time position as an Adjunct Instructor of Music at the Vincennes campus beginning the fall 2025-2026 academic year. The successful candidate will be expected to provide collegiate level study in class piano, collegiate music course(s), and applied piano lessons. The candidate will also be expected to be able to serve as an accompanist/collaborator.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates need a Master's degree in Music (with major emphasis in Piano), or a Master’s degree in a related field with a minimum of 18 credit hours in Music (with major emphasis in Piano), or a Bachelor's Degree in Music (with major emphasis in Piano) with a minimum of five years of relevant professional performance activity.

Job Description/Responsibilities

• Teach class piano to freshman and sophomore students.
• Teach applied piano lessons (music major, pre-major, and elective levels) to freshmen and sophomore students.
• Serve as accompanist/collaborator.
• Prepare candidate’s applied piano students for student recitals, masterclasses, midterm juried assessments, and end of semester juries.
• Organize all necessary details and preparations for recitals or other performances associated with the candidate’s applied students.
• Participate in departmental recruitment efforts and activities as needed.
• Provide a quality learning experience for all students in accordance with their needs and abilities while maintaining the basic integrity of course standards and objectives.
• Teach and maintain courses in accordance with university and departmental policies and procedures.
• Contribute to departmental assessment and continuous improvement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent oral and written communication.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the subject area the individual will be teaching. The candidate is expected to have extensive knowledge and training in piano. Additional knowledge and experience in jazz (and/or rock, pop, and other playing styles) is encouraged.
• Ability to work with a variety of learning styles and skill levels.
• Knowledge and understanding of the characteristics and challenges of community college students.
• Experience teaching in higher education (particularly community college experience) is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Ability to work in an ever-changing, fast-paced environment.

Benefits

The candidate for this part-time position will not be eligible for benefits.

Requirements

Interested applicants should submit a Vincennes University application, cover letter, resume/cv, and full contact information for three professional references.

Summary

Vincennes University (VU) is a premier learning institution widely recognized for its leadership in innovation and the delivery of successful educational experiences. VU develops people and enhances communities through accessible, high-quality academic programs, strategic partnerships, and active engagement.

Vincennes University is an accredited, equal opportunity /affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Vincennes University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment, in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.