Adjunct Faculty - Music Department

WPU The William Paterson University of New Jersey; Wayne (NJ); On-site; USD 2,892,960 - 2,996,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plans

Job summary

WPU The William Paterson University of New Jersey seeks an Adjunct Faculty member for the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, specifically within the Department of Music. This role involves teaching undergraduate courses, developing syllabi, and mentoring students. Candidates should have a Master's degree in music and significant professional experience.

The compensation is competitive, with rates starting at $2,100 per credit. The university is committed to equal opportunities for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of professional musician experience.
• Ten or more years of experience in music performance, education, or management.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Develop syllabi and deploy course content for undergraduate courses.
• Provide consistent support and guidance to students.
• Teach in person and/or online based on course schedules.

Skills

Experience in music performance

Ability to teach online

Pedagogical approaches

Education

M.A. or M.M. in a music discipline

D.M.A. or Ph.D. preferred

Job description

Position

Adjunct Faculty within the College Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences, Department of Music.

Responsibilities

• Use the course outline to develop syllabi, deploy course content, objectives, and assessment methods for up to six credits per semester in an undergraduate course.
• Contribute to student success by providing consistent support and guidance through role modeling, mentoring, and availability for student questions and needs.
• Teach in person and/or online depending on course schedules and department needs.

Qualifications – Undergraduate Courses

• M.A. or M.M. in a music discipline.
• Five or more years of experience as a professional musician.
• Full‑time or part‑time employment or active professional practice.
• Ability to teach online.
• Preferred: Experience teaching music at the collegiate level; expertise with the technical aspects of the applicant’s instrument; professional activity within discipline; experience teaching both online and in person.

Qualifications – Graduate Courses

• M.A. or M.M. in a music discipline.
• Ten or more years of experience in music performance, music education, or music business management.
• Full‑time or part‑time employment or active professional practice.
• Ability to teach online.
• Preferred: D.M.A. or Ph.D.; published peer or non‑peer reviewed articles, conference papers, blogs, or books; professional recordings; history of nationally or internationally recognized performance.

Personal Attributes and Traits

• Ability to translate experience into pedagogical approaches that enhance curriculum relevance.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous professional development, teaching excellence, assessment strategies, and positive outcomes.
• Patience and resourcefulness in managing student challenges.
• Effective in addressing competing needs by developing and sustaining robust working relationships in a diverse environment.
• Ability to set and work toward common goals in a collaborative environment.

Compensation

Adjuncts per credit rate: New employees – $2,100 per credit; Employees with 13+ semesters at WP – $2,175 per credit.

May be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental insurance, and retirement plans.

Equal Opportunity Statement

William Paterson University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race or ethnicity, sex/gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, civil union status, familial status, religion, national origin or citizenship, military service status, or any other category protected by law. William Paterson University does not discriminate on the basis of any category stated above or as prohibited by applicable law. Individuals from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.