Applied Saxophone Instructor (Adjunct) – Jazz & Classical

Kansas City Kansas Community College; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 1,216,076 - 1,731,987; Part time

Job summary

Kansas City Kansas Community College is looking for an adjunct faculty member to teach Applied Saxophone at the Main Campus. The role involves conducting lessons and possibly teaching other music courses based on qualifications. Candidates should have experience in both Western Art and American Jazz music.

This is a pool position, with applications accepted continuously due to increasing demand for courses in this subject area. Evening and weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or substantial professional experience in music.
• 3+ years professional performance experience on primary instrument.
• 2 years teaching experience on primary instrument.

Responsibilities

• Conduct classes according to schedule.
• Provide instruction and assessments.
• Engage students in learning.
• Deliver feedback on class assignments.
• Evaluate own teaching effectiveness.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to work with a multi-cultural population

High energy and self-starter

Detail-oriented

Experienced with Microsoft 365

Project management skills

Education

Master’s degree in Music Performance, Music Education or Jazz Studies

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Kansas City Kansas Community College is looking for an adjunct faculty member to teach Applied Saxophone at the Main Campus. The role involves conducting lessons and possibly teaching other music courses based on qualifications. Candidates should have experience in both Western Art and American Jazz music.

This is a pool position, with applications accepted continuously due to increasing demand for courses in this subject area. Evening and weekend availability may be required.