Adjunct Strings Instructor - Violin & Viola, Ensembles

Union University; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Union University in Jackson, Tennessee, invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Music – Strings (Violin and Viola). The successful candidate will teach applied violin/viola, oversee string ensembles, and contribute to string pedagogy and related courses.

This part-time, on-site appointment supports a diverse program within the College of Arts & Sciences. Responsibilities include directing student chamber groups, performing with university ensembles as directed, and teaching

Qualifications

• Master of Music in Violin or Viola Performance, String Pedagogy, or equivalent is required.
• Ability to teach Music Theory and Aural Skills courses.
• Prior experience teaching undergraduate level group and private strings.
• Ability to perform in a variety of music styles including classical, pop/rock, jazz, country/bluegrass.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied violin and viola, ensemble coaching, string techniques, and string pedagogy.
• Provide direction and supervision for student chamber groups.
• Perform in Faculty and University ensembles as directed.
• Teach Musicianship/Aural Skills and String Improvisational Techniques.

Skills

Teaching

Team collaboration

Musicianship

Aural skills

Education

Master of Music in Violin or Viola Performance or String Pedagogy

Job description

Union University in Jackson, Tennessee, invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor in Music – Strings (Violin and Viola). The successful candidate will teach applied violin/viola, oversee string ensembles, and contribute to string pedagogy and related courses.

This part-time, on-site appointment supports a diverse program within the College of Arts & Sciences. Responsibilities include directing student chamber groups, performing with university ensembles as directed, and teaching