Continuing Education Instructor - Music

New England Biolabs; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Metropolitan Community College’s Continuing Education Division is seeking enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and experienced Music Instructors to provide engaging and enriching learning opportunities for members of the community in non-credit courses.

Instructors will develop and deliver accessible programs across instrumental or vocal instruction, music theory, composition, songwriting, and music appreciation, fostering an inclusive, supportive atmosphere for learners of all ages and backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience teaching music in a classroom, private lesson, workshop, community education, or other instructional setting.
• Strong knowledge and experience in one or more areas of music, such as vocal or instrumental performance, music theory, composition, songwriting, or music appreciation.
• Proficiency in one or more musical instruments and/or vocal performance.
• Experience developing engaging, hands-on, and accessible learning experiences for students with varying skill levels.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain musical concepts clearly and effectively.
• Experience working with adult learners and diverse community audiences.
• Active involvement in the local or professional music community is a plus.
• Ability to create a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver accessible, engaging, and practical non-credit music courses for learners of varying ages and experience levels.
• Teach courses in areas such as instrumental or vocal instruction, music appreciation, songwriting, music theory, performance, composition, or other music-related topics.
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages participants to explore their musical interests, develop new skills, build confidence, and enhance their personal enjoyment and appreciation of music.
• Offer various teaching opportunities throughout the year, with classes held at multiple metro area locations.

Skills

Teaching music

Vocal performance

Instrumental performance

Music theory

Composition

Songwriting

Music appreciation

Communication

Adult learners

Inclusive learning environment

Education

Formal music education

Job description

ClassificationFixed Term (Fixed Term)Minimum Pay$0.00Compensation will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARYMusic Instructor:MCC’s Continuing Education Division is seeking enthusiastic, knowledgeable, and experienced Music Instructors to provide engaging and enriching learning opportunities for members of our community. This position will offer various teaching opportunities throughout the year and will be responsible for developing and delivering accessible, engaging, and practical non-credit music courses for learners of varying ages and experience levels.Music Instructors may teach courses in areas such as instrumental or vocal instruction, music appreciation, songwriting, music theory, performance, composition, or other music-related topics. Instructors will create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages participants to explore their musical interests, develop new skills, build confidence, and enhance their personal enjoyment and appreciation of music.Preferred QualificationsDemonstrated experience teaching music in a classroom, private lesson, workshop, community education, or other instructional setting.Strong knowledge and experience in one or more areas of music, such as vocal or instrumental performance, music theory, composition, songwriting, or music appreciation.Proficiency in one or more musical instruments and/or vocal performance.Experience developing engaging, hands-on, and accessible learning experiences for students with varying skill levels.Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain musical concepts clearly and effectively.Experience working with adult learners and diverse community audiences.Formal education, professional training, certifications, or demonstrated expertise in music or a related field preferred.Active involvement in the local or professional music community is a plus.Ability to create a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.Commitment to providing practical, enjoyable, and engaging educational experiences that encourage lifelong learning and personal enrichment.This position will have random teaching opportunities throughout the year.MCC holds classes at multiple locations throughout the Metro area including Fremont and Blair.Most classes are held weeknights and weekends.The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. Metropolitan Community College recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable the candidate to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.