Adjunct Music Faculty (Pool)

Motlow State Community College; Flowertown (TN); On-site; USD 688,800 - 964,320; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Tennessee seeks an Adjunct Music Faculty to provide high-quality instruction and support to students. The role involves teaching assigned courses, evaluating performance, and collaborating with faculty and administration. Candidates must have a Master's degree in Music or a qualifying field, with a preference for those holding a Doctoral degree and relevant teaching experience. The position supports the institution's mission and engages in continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution by application date.
• 18 graduate semester hours in music if master's in another field.
• Preferred: Doctoral degree and 3 years of teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and evaluate student performance.
• Collaborate with faculty and leadership on curriculum.
• Stay current with developments in teaching discipline.
• Support curricular and co-curricular activities.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Strong computer skills

Education

Master’s degree in Music or related field

Doctoral degree in Music or related field

Tools

College database (Banner)

Job description

Adjunct Music Faculty (Pool)

Position Summary: Pool Position. Campus: Any. Position number: BA9973. Salary: $500-$700 per credit hour.

Motlow State is located in the beautiful rolling hills of Middle Tennessee and has four campuses that serve students from eleven counties.

General Function

Provide high-quality, effective instruction in accordance with the catalog description and approved course syllabus for assigned courses. Facilitate student learning and evaluate student performance using each course’s standards and learning objectives as a guide. Provide appropriate academic support and guidance to students regarding course content and related academic or career goals.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in discipline or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited institution by the application date, or a Master’s degree in any field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in discipline or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited college or university by the application date.

Qualifying Fields

Music; Music Education.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree in discipline or a qualifying field earned from a regionally accredited institution and three years of Community College teaching experience, with ability to teach in an additional Motlow State teaching field.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach courses as assigned in accordance with the catalog description and approved course syllabus; teach dual enrollment classes at area high schools as assigned; travel to multiple campuses as assigned.
• Collaborate collegially with faculty, department lead/program director, and academic leadership about curricular and programmatic issues and needs.
• Collaborate collegially with faculty, administration, and staff to support the students, strategic plan, goals, and business operations of the college; work collegially as part of both discipline‑specific and multidisciplinary teams.
• Stay current with developments in the teaching discipline, including relevant scholarship, professional practices, and emerging instructional approaches, and incorporate appropriate updates into course instruction to support effective student learning.
• Support curricular and co‑curricular activities within the college.
• Teach up to 12 credit hours per semester as assigned.
• Maintain availability to communicate with and meet students regarding coursework and participate in occasional meetings or instructional activities as requested by the department.
• Respond promptly to the Dean’s requests.
• Submit all requested paperwork timely and completely.
• Perform all duties in accordance with both TBR and MSCC policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies.
• Strong computer skills, including college database (Banner) management, word processing, creating spreadsheets, e‑mail, and the internet.
• Knowledge of confidentiality statutes and policies as they apply to FERPA.
• Ability to effectively communicate, both in writing and verbally, with students, fellow employees, college administrators, and other stakeholders.

EEO Statement

Motlow College is an EEO/Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/Sections 504/ADA Employer.

Motlow State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs, and activities.