Adjunct Instructor of Flute

Wooster; Wooster (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

The College of Wooster seeks a part‑time flute instructor beginning August 2026. The role focuses on weekly flute lessons for majors and non‑majors and coaching ensembles, with on‑campus recital opportunities and occasional teaching of the Woodwind Methods sequence during Fall semesters.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree or equivalent teaching experience; demonstrated ability to engage students across skill levels and a track record in recruiting students is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent professional teaching experience strongly preferred.
• Evidence of successful teaching and ability to engage students at various levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach weekly flute lessons to majors and non-majors.
• Coach ensemble(s) as needed; support on-campus recitals and performances.
• Occasional teaching of Woodwind Methods for Music Education majors when scheduled.

Skills

Flute teaching

Ensemble coaching

Recruiting students

Education

Master's degree

Job description

Part-time position for a flute instructor beginning August, 2026. Primary duties include teaching weekly flute lessons to both majors and non-majors, as well as coaching ensemble(s) as needed. There are opportunities on campus for recitals and other public performances. Every other Fall semester (the next being Fall 2027), there is also the possibility of teaching the Flute portion of our Woodwind Methods sequence for Music Education majors.

Qualifications

Qualifications: Master’s degree or equivalent professional teaching experience strongly preferred. Candidate must demonstrate evidence of successful teaching and the ability to engage students at various levels of experience and skill.

Preferred qualifications: Demonstrated success in recruiting and retaining students is highly desired.

Start Date: August 19, 2026

Application Deadline: Screening will begin immediately and will continue until a qualified candidate is selected, with preference given to applications received before August 1, 2026.

Application Process

This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conductthis search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossieraccount and can send all application materials, includingconfidential letters of recommendation, free of charge.

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