Adjunct Instructor, Music (Percussion)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Lorman (MS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle of Higher Education, Inc. seeks an Adjunct Instructor for Music (Percussion) in Mississippi. You will teach percussion performance, develop lesson plans, and guide students through recitals and juries.

Responsibilities include evaluating progress, maintaining records, and coordinating with faculty. A Master’s in Music and college teaching experience are required; LMS proficiency is expected.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Music or closely related field.
• At least 18 graduate credit hours in music or percussion.
• 1–3 years of college/university teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide percussion instruction including applied lessons or ensembles.
• Develop and deliver lesson plans and performance exercises.
• Evaluate student progress through performances and exams.
• Prepare students for recitals and juries.
• Mentor students pursuing music/percussion studies.
• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and progress records.
• Utilize LMS and instructional tech to support teaching.
• Support concerts, rehearsals, and program activities.
• Adhere to institutional policies and standards.

Skills

Percussion skills

Pedagogy

Music theory

Rhythm

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Music or closely related field

18 graduate credit hours in music/percussion

1–3 years college teaching experience

Tools

LMS

Job description

Adjunct Instructor - Music (Percussion)

Essential Job Functions

• Provide instruction in percussion performance, includingapplied lessons, percussion ensemble, or related music courses asassigned.
• Develop and deliver lesson plans, instructional materials, andperformance exercises that enhance students’ technical and musicalabilities.
• Evaluate and assess student progress through performances,assignments, and examinations.
• Prepare students for recitals, concerts, juries, and othermusical performances.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to students pursuing studies inmusic and percussion performance.
• Maintain accurate student records, including attendance,grades, and progress reports.
• Utilize instructional technology and learning managementsystems (LMS) to support teaching and communication withstudents.
• Support departmental concerts, rehearsals, and music programactivities as appropriate.
• Adhere to institutional policies, academic standards, anddepartmental guidelines.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Music, Music Performance, Music Education,or closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in music orpercussion-related coursework.
• 1 - 3 years of teaching experience at the college or universitylevel.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of percussion performance techniques, repertoire, andpedagogy.
• Knowledge of music theory, rhythm, and musicalinterpretation.
• Familiarity with percussion instruments, including snare drum,timpani, mallet instruments, drum set, and auxiliarypercussion.
• Strong instructional and performance skills in percussion.
• Effective communication and teaching skills.
• Ability to evaluate student performance and provideconstructive feedback.
• Skill in demonstrating proper technique and musicianship.
• Ability to teach percussion techniques and performance skillseffectively.
• Ability to motivate and mentor students in musicaldevelopment.
• Ability to prepare students for performances and musicalpresentations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, andstudents.
• Other related duties, as assigned.