Adjunct Instructor: Instrumental Studies

University of North Texa; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of North Texas in Denton seeks adjunct instructors for the Instrumental Studies program to teach applied performance lessons and ensembles on the UNT Denton campus.

Position postings cover Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 semesters with openings varying by department needs and funding. Applicants should hold a terminal degree in music or a closely related field and have prior college-level teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in music or closely related field, or professional experience accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Prior college level teaching experience.
• Experience teaching instrumental performance and ensembles preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied performance lessons and/or ensemble performance in strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, or related areas.
• Occasional duties as assigned by the UNT-College of Music on the UNT Denton campus.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Music performance

Education

Terminal degree in music or related field

Job description

Title: Adjunct Instructor: Instrumental Studies

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Music

Department: UNT-Instrumental Studies-134320

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE:

Retirement Eligibility: Eligibility based on semesterly assignment, for more information visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

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Department Summary

The division of Instrumental Studies offers Bachelor of Music, Master of Music, and Doctor of Musical Arts performance degrees with specialization in violin, viola, violoncello, double bass, harp, guitar, flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, trumpet, French horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, percussion, and multiple woodwinds. Current and former students have won prizes in major instrumental competitions of every genre, and are appointed to professional positions in orchestras, wind symphonies, and universities/conservatories spanning the world.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The Department of Instrumental Studies seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor pool and welcomes applicants at any time. This posting is for the Fall 2026, Spring 2027 and Summer 2027 semesters. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs.

The anticipated need is for adjunct instructors to teach applied performance lessons and/or ensemble performance in the areas of strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, early music, and instrument repair. All instruction will take place on the UNT Denton campus.

Minimum Qualifications

Terminal degree in music or closely related field. Professional experience may be accepted in place of an earned degree. Prior college level teaching experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in teaching instrumental performance with reference to the standards of performance of the UNT Instrumental Studies program.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

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

EEO Statement

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