Adjunct Instructor, Music

Lamar University; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 34,440 - 82,656; Part time

Job summary

Lamar University invites applications for adjunct instructors to teach in their academic disciplines on an as-needed basis. This is a part-time, pooled position depending on departmental needs.

Responsibilities include delivering courses at scheduled times, maintaining accurate grade records, and communicating with students and department personnel. A graduate degree in the relevant field and demonstrated teaching excellence are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in the relevant teaching discipline or closely related field.
• Experience with online and technology-enhanced instruction.
• Commitment to teaching excellence.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses at assigned times using current pedagogical methods and maintain records of student performance and grades.
• Maintain effective and timely communication with students, department chair, and other university personnel.
• Other duties may be assigned to respond to the needs of the university.

Skills

Strong communication

Student engagement

Adaptability

Education

Graduate degree in relevant teaching discipline

Tools

LMS

Job description

Job Summary

Adjunct Instructors provide instruction in assigned courses within their academic discipline. This is a part-time, pooled position filled on an as-needed basis depending on departmental teaching needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Teach courses at assigned times using current pedagogical methods, maintaining accurate records of student performance and grades.
• Maintain effective and timely communication with students, department chair, and other university personnel as appropriate.
• Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to the needs of the university.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants should hold a graduate degree in the relevant teaching discipline or a closely related field.
• Additional qualifications may be required depending on accreditation standards or departmental needs.
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area.
• Commitment to teaching excellence.

Desired Qualifications

• College or university-level teaching experience.
• Experience with online and technology-enhanced instruction.

Supplemental Information

Key Competencies

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to implement effective and innovative teaching strategies.
• Ability to foster a respectful and productive learning environment.

Physical Requirements

The essential functions of this position are primarily intellectual and relational. The role requires the ability to:

• Communicate effectively in classroom, online, and meeting settings.
• Engage with students, colleagues, and community partners in a respectful and professional manner.
• Utilize technology for teaching, scholarship, and administrative tasks.

Job Conditions

• Indoors, classroom, and/or online instructional settings.

Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.