Adjunct Instructor: Conducting & Ensembles

University of North Texas; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits available

Job summary

University of North Texas is seeking qualified Adjunct Instructors for Conducting & Ensembles. This pool supports Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 with varying course offerings, including a 3‑semester choral literature sequence and conducting classes for MM students.

Minimum qualifications include a master's in choral conducting or 18 graduate credits in related areas; a terminal degree is preferred. Applications require two professional references and the position is Security Sensitive.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in choral conducting or 18 graduate credits related to the assigned course(s).
• Knowledge of choral literature and conducting pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned for Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027.
• Conduct MM conducting class and related courses as needed; participate in department activities.

Skills

Choral conducting

Choral literature knowledge

Education

Master's degree in choral conducting

18 graduate credits related to course(s)

Job description

Adjunct Instructor: Conducting & Ensembles

Position Overview

The Department of Conducting & Ensembles seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor Pool and welcomes applicants at any time. This posting is for Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Summer 2027 semesters. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses to develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs. The anticipated need is to teach our 3‑semester long choral literature sequence. In the other semester teach a conducting class for MM students in conducting and related field conducting students.

Minimum Qualifications

• A master’s degree in choral conducting with knowledge of choral literature or a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours directly related to the assigned course(s).

Preferred Qualifications

• Terminal degree in discipline is preferred.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Varies based on assignment.

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

Benefits available according to university policy.

EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent– discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.