Adjunct Faculty: Musical Theatre Applied Voice

Brenau; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Brenau University Theatre Department seeks an adjunct to teach Applied Voice for Musical Theatre students on-site in Gainesville, GA.

A master’s degree in Musical Theatre, Vocal Performance, or related field (or a BFA with significant professional experience) is required; strong MT repertoire knowledge and collaborative teaching are essential. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. This is a fixed-term, semester-by-semester position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in musical theatre, vocal performance or music (or equivalent: BFA with significant professional experience).
• Confident knowledge of repertoire within MT Genre.
• Evidence of continued creative work in vocal performance.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting.
• Commitment to excellence in teaching, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Advanced piano and sight-reading skills (Desired).

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate BFA Musical Theatre students in one-on-one Applied Voice classes.
• Collaboration with the Program Director Musical Theatre Professor in needs of growth for the Musical Theatre Program.
• Maintain professional and academic national standing.
• Support fellow faculty members including those within the Gainesville Theatre Alliance structure (GTA).

Education

Master’s degree in Musical Theatre, Vocal Performance or Music (or equivalent: BFA with significant professional experience)

Job description

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Adjunct Faculty: Musical Theatre Applied Voice

Fine Arts: Theatre Adjunct Faculty Faculty Gainesville, Gainesville, GA, US

7 days ago Requisition ID: 1724

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

Brenau University is an equal opportunity employer and educator. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal or state laws in its employment practices or educational programs.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:

Brenau University is a drug-free workplace as certified by the Georgia Workers Compensation Board.

ELIGIBILITY:

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the confirmed start date. This includes being a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national with work authorization that doesn't require employer sponsorship. Individuals must maintain this eligibility throughout employment.

Position Summary:

Brenau University Theatre Department is looking for qualified adjunct faculty to teach Applied Voice, for Musical Theatre Students. The candidate who submits an application must have at least a master's degree or a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) matched with any professional industry experience. Salary is commensurate with education, experience and discipline. Brenau University postings are continuous in order to develop a qualified pool of interested candidates. The position is on-ground in Gainesville, Georgia. No online possibilities. If your academic area of interest/expertise meets the programmatic needs of Brenau University at any time, you will be contacted to discuss proposed teaching opportunities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in musical Theatre, Vocal Performance or Music or an equivalent degree (i.e. Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) with significant professional experience)
• Confident knowledge of repertoire within MT Genre
• Evidence of continued creative work in vocal performance
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, equity, diversity, and inclusion
• Advanced piano and sight-reading skills (Desired)

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate BFA Musical Theatre students in one-on-one Applied Voice classes.
• Collaboration with the Program Director Musical Theatre Professor in needs of growth for the Musical Theatre Program
• Maintain professional and academic national standing
• Support fellow faculty members including those within the Gainesville Theatre Alliance structure (GTA).

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory responsibilities required.

Work Hours:

Part-time, less than 20 hours per week. Nights/weekends as needed.

This is a fixed-term, non-continuous position. Employment duration is determined by contract, with appointments issued on a semester-by-semester basis. Continuation is subject to departmental need, enrollment, and satisfactory performance.

Environmental and Working Conditions/ Physical Demands and Aptitudes:

Mostly Sedentary work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment related to teaching. Prolonged periods sitting and standing. worker is required to have close visual acuity to grade papers, viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Must have the ability to travel short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Exerting up to 15 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Some repetitive motion.

Title IX Implications:

Responsible employee
Any employee who is not a confidential employee. Brenau University requires that all Responsible Employees MUST report any possible sexual harassment or discrimination based on sex to the Title IX Coordinator when the employee has information about conduct that reasonably may constitute sex discrimination or sex-based harassment under Title IX or this part. Employees are encouraged to report these concerns in writing via email. When an employee or a student (or a person who has a legal right to act on behalf of a student) informs anyemployee (including both Responsible and Confidential employees) of the employee’s or student’s pregnancy or related conditions, that employee must promptly provide that person with the Title IX Coordinator’s contact information and inform that person that the Title IX Coordinator can coordinate specific actions to prevent sex discrimination and ensure the employee’s or student’s equal access to the Recipient’s education program or activity.

Payroll Status:

Salary- Exempt (paid bi-weekly)

Campus Designation:

This is an on-site position based at the Historic Gainesville Campus located in Gainesville, Georgia.

Remote Work Available:

No

Special Requirements:

Brenau University conducts various screenings to ensure a safe and secure environment. These checks are a condition of employment and may be performed at different times throughout employment. (1) Background Checks: All new hires must undergo a criminal background check. To maintain employment, individuals must have and maintain a favorable criminal history. The university may also conduct random background checks. Additional checks may be performed for certain roles. (2) Credit Checks: required for positions that handle university funds or credit cards or as otherwise required. (3) Motor Vehicle and Driving Checks: employees who operate a university vehicle or drive on university business must have a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) run as part of the new hire process or as the requirement to drive is added to job responsibilities. To be approved for university travel, employees must meet the following criteria: be at least 21 years old, have and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license, and have and maintain a good driving record. As a condition of employment, employees must report any arrest (within five days of its occurrence) to the Office of Human Resources, including traffic violations for those listed on our auto insurance policy. Disclosure of subsequent legal action (conviction, dismissal of charges, etc.) must also be reported to the Office of Human Resources. It will be evaluated considering continued employment with the immediate supervisor. (4) Drug Screening: pre-employment/post-offer drug screens and random drug screens are performed for certain sensitive positions. Random drug screens are also performed on those who travel regularly, or those who operate a university vehicle. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug screening.

Additional Requirements:

• Subject to random criminal history background checks
• Must be willing to submit to and pass a pre-employment criminal background check.

Time-Off & Blackout Dates:

Time-off requests and university blackout periods are managed through the direct supervisor and the ADP employee portal.

Licensure Requirements:

Proof of any professional degree, license, or certification (collectively, “Credentials”) required to competently perform the work for which the employee is hired must have been submitted at the time of application for the position. Discovery during the course of employee’s employment that applicable Credentials have lapsed, been terminated, were misrepresented, or were falsified may result in immediate termination of employee’s employment.

All positions will be filled pending budgetary review.