Jazz Band Director (Part-Time Adjunct)

University of California; California (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Mary's College of California is seeking a part-time Jazz Band Director for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 to teach and direct the jazz band. Ideal candidates should have a Master's Degree in Music and a minimum of ten years of successful jazz band instruction at the college level. Responsibilities include recruiting band members, managing rehearsals, and organizing concerts. The position requires strong motivational skills and a professional music performance background. California residency is required.

Qualifications

• Minimum Master's Degree in Music (Performance, Education, etc.).
• Minimum of ten years of successful jazz band instruction at the college level or the equivalent.
• Professional music performance experience (itemized on CV, verifiable).
• Display ability to encourage, motivate, and inspire students while maintaining a high level of performance.
• Ability to maintain and recruit members.

Responsibilities

• Teach and direct the jazz band in Fall 2026 and Spring 2027.
• Recruit members and organize rehearsals and concerts.
• Research performance literature appropriate for the skill level.

Skills

Teaching experience

Jazz band instruction

Professional music performance

Recruitment skills

Motivational skills

Education

Master's Degree in Music

Job description

Saint Mary's College of California is seeking a part-time Jazz Band Director for Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 to teach and direct the jazz band. Ideal candidates should have a Master's Degree in Music and a minimum of ten years of successful jazz band instruction at the college level. Responsibilities include recruiting band members, managing rehearsals, and organizing concerts. The position requires strong motivational skills and a professional music performance background. California residency is required.