Adjunct Instructor, Music

Flathead Valley Community College; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-campus teaching possible

Job summary

Flathead Valley Community College in Kalispell, MT seeks applicants to teach on-campus, face-to-face music classes starting Fall 2026. Teaching assignments might include day and/or evening classes and involve delivering content face-to-face as well as online.

To be considered, candidates must meet Montana Board of Regents Policy 730: Master’s degree in music or related discipline with at least nine graduate credits in the area to be taught.

Qualifications

• Masters in music or related field with required graduate credits.
• Strong classroom management and student engagement abilities.
• Experience with online content delivery is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conveys knowledge effectively to support student learning outcomes.
• Fosters positive student and community relations.
• Maintains instructional records per requirements.
• Delivers content both face-to-face and online when needed.
• Works with faculty to support the educational process.
• Keeps current with practices and trends in the field.

Skills

Teaching

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Technology in learning

Diversity awareness

Education

Master’s degree in music

Master’s degree in related discipline with 9 grad credits

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: KALISPELL, MT 59901

Position Type: Part Time

Education Level: Graduate Degree

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

DEPARTMENT: Academic Affairs, Music

STATUS: This is a temporary, non-benefit eligible position and employment is determined on a course-by-course contract basis and may include teaching up to two classes per semester.

PAY RANGE: Pay is determined by the number of credits taught.

FLSA: Exempt

CLOSING DATE: Open until filled

SUMMARY

FVCC seeks applicants to teach on-campus, face-to-face music classes starting Fall 2026. Teaching assignments might include day and/or evening classes and involve delivering content face-to-face as well as online.

To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications set forth by The Montana Board of Regents of Higher Education Policy 730:

• Master’s degree in music; OR
• Master’s degree in a closely related academic discipline with at least nine graduate semester credits the specific area to be taught.

NOTE: Applicants with transcripts that do not indicate a master’s degree and minimum of nine graduate-level credits in the specific area to be taught will not be considered.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Conveys knowledge of the subject area in an effective manner for successful student learning outcomes.
• Fosters positive student and community relations.
• Maintains and submits instructional records in accordance with requirements.
• Integrates subject area with other related curricula.
• Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies.
• Works professionally with college faculty and staff to aid with the educational process.
• Remains current in practices, trends and research related to areas of assignment.
• Attends meetings and participates in student and/or program assessment as directed.
• Actively participates in the development of a climate that promotes and supports innovation and efforts to continuously improve services to students, faculty, and the College.
• Creates and maintains a collaborative and collegial environment with colleagues and maintains effective working relationships.
• Reports to the Director, Academic Affairs

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master’s degree in the field in which the course(s) resides; OR
• Master’s degree in a closely related academic discipline with at least nine graduate semester credits in the academic discipline.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience teaching in a secondary, post-secondary, or higher education environment.
• Experience in differentiated instruction for diverse student populations.
• Experience delivering content via online platforms.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Ability to effectively and safely teach content and technical material
• Effective organizational and leadership skills;
• Working knowledge of use of technology in a learning environment
• Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the community and students
• Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC
• Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships
• Ability to follow and issue instructions
• Demonstrated communication, presentation, educational service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
• Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Ability to perform a Medium Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Medium Duty involves exertion of 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds continuously to move objects.

EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS, REFERENCE CHECKS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS

Prior to any offers of employment, FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume. Additionally, FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran’s status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.

FVCC BOARD POLICY

The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/board-administration/board-of-trustees/board-policies

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE ACT

Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans’ Preference laws do not, however, guarantee Veterans a job, nor do they give Veterans’ preference in internal actions such as promotion, transfer, reassignment, and reinstatement. Applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file. To claim Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veterans' Preference Form (form is available at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to [e-mail]. Claims for Veterans' preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.

WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION

Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision, FVCC employment may not be covered by Social Security. To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.