ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR IN MUSIC

LANE COLLEGE in; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Lane College invites applications for adjunct instructors in the Music Department to teach the theories and principles of music to a diverse student body. Candidates should empower, motivate, and positively influence students while demonstrating strong classroom leadership and communication.

Responsibilities include teaching 39 hours per semester, advising students, and maintaining professionalism. A Master’s degree in Music or Music Education with 18 graduate credits is required; some

Qualifications

• Masters degree in Music or Music Education (18 graduate credit hours) enforced by institution accreditation.
• Teaching load not exceeding 9 credits per semester is required.
• Proven outstanding teaching ability or potential essential.
• Commitment to inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach 39 hours per semester.
• Provide advising to students.
• Demonstrate strong supervisory and leadership skills in classroom.
• Maintain excellent verbal and written communication; professionalism under pressure.
• Demonstrate organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Support inclusive learning environment for a diverse student body.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Skills

Supervisory skills

Leadership

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Advising

MS Office

Education

Master's degree in Music or Music Education (18 grad credits)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Core Responsibilities

The Music Department is looking for adjunct instructors to teach the theories and principles of music to a diverse student body. Employees should demonstrate a desire to empower, motivate, and positively influence the lives of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach 39 hours per semester.
• Advising.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills to manage and control the classroom.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the proven ability to maintain professionalism and tact in high-stress situations.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student body.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Qualifications and Experience

• Masters Degree in Music or Music Education or higher, with 18 graduate credit hours in related discipline from an accredited institution.
• The teaching load will not exceed 9 credits per semester.
• Evidence of outstanding teaching or teaching potential is essential.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive learning environment for a diverse student body.
• Some walking, climbing stairs, sitting, and standing for long period of time.
• Ability to lift 10lbs. 1% of the time.
• Some nights and weekends may be required

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.