Adjunct Instructor in Music

Wofford; Spartanburg (SC); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A private liberal arts college located in Spartanburg, South Carolina, is inviting applications for adjunct instructors in the music department. Instructors will provide applied instruction in voice or instruments and teach music theory and appreciation courses. A master’s degree in music is required, along with strong communication skills and a commitment to student success. This role offers the chance to be involved in a growing music program with flexible teaching assignments based on student enrollment. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in music is required.
• Demonstrated excellence as a performer and teacher is essential.
• Strong communication skills and commitment to student success are necessary.
• College-level teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-person classes and applied instruction in music.
• Work with undergraduate students in various instructional settings.
• Adapt teaching assignments based on enrollment and departmental needs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellence as a performer

Teaching experience

Education

Master’s degree in music (MM, MA, or equivalent)

Job description

**JOB DESCRIPTION**The Wofford College Department of Music invites applications to establish a pool of qualified candidates to serve as adjunct instructors.Opportunities may include applied instruction in voice or instruments, or classroom teaching in music theory, music appreciation, or other departmental courses. Our current needs include applied instructors in brass and percussion, as well as an instructor for class piano. The music program at Wofford is in an exciting phase of growth with strong support from faculty and administration for its continued development and expansion. Instructors will be contacted as openings arise.**EXPECTATIONS**Adjunct instructors at Wofford College work with undergraduate students in applied or classroom settings. All instruction is conducted in person on the Wofford campus. Specific teaching assignments and responsibilities will vary depending on student enrollment and departmental needs.**QUALIFICATIONS*** A master’s degree in music (MM, MA, or equivalent) is required.* Demonstrated excellence as both a performer and teacher.* Strong communication skills and a commitment to student success.* College-level teaching experience is preferred.**APPLICATION**To be fully considered, please apply via the Wofford Careers Page and include the following:1. Letter of interest2. Curriculum vitae (CV)3. Recordings of sample lessons and/or performances (for applied instructors)4. Contact information for three professional referencesSelected candidates will be contacted for an interview (in person or via Zoom) and may be asked to provide a teaching demonstration. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and kept on file for future consideration.**ABOUT WOFFORD COLLEGE**, established in 1854, is a private liberal arts residential college located a few blocks north of downtown Spartanburg, South Carolina. Wofford offers 27 major fields of study to a student body of nearly 1,800 undergraduates and is nationally known for the strength of its academic program, outstanding faculty, and study abroad participation. Wofford is home to one of the nation’s 290 Phi Beta Kappa chapters. The college community supports 19 NCAA Division I athletics teams and numerous student organizations, including honor societies, professional organizations, faith-based organizations, Greek life, and club sports.**SPARTANBURG, SOUTH CAROLINA**is in upstate South Carolina, 30 miles east of Greenville, South Carolina, an hour from Charlotte, North Carolina, and three hours east of Atlanta, Georgia. Historic Charleston and the South Carolina coast are three hours away, and Wofford sits an hour south of the artistic, culinary hub of Asheville, North Carolina. Spartanburg is a growing, diverse community that supports six colleges and universities, as well as numerous civic arts and cultural**EEO STATEMENT**Wofford College values diversity within our students, faculty and staff and strives to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people. Wofford College does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For information about Wofford’s Title IX compliance, visit wofford.edu/administration/title-ix. It is the policy of Wofford College to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities for employment. If you require any accommodations to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].