Jazz History Instructor - Part-Time (Spring 2027)

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; City of Syracuse (NY); On-site; USD 4,500 - 5,300; Part time

Job summary

Syracuse University invites applications for a Part-Time Faculty position to teach MHL 466/666 History of Jazz in Spring 2027. The 3-credit course surveys jazz history from its roots to the present and is open to undergraduate and graduate students.

The appointment is on-campus with in-person instruction at Crouse College, and regular office hours are expected. The Setnor School of Music seeks a dynamic instructor with strong knowledge of jazz history and performance, who can develop a robust

Qualifications

• Master of Music (preferred) or demonstrable equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated successful college level teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Being present and instructing weekly class meetings during Spring semesters as indicated.
• Develop and/or update a class syllabus.
• Prepare lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours.
• Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meet all designated class periods.
• Attend jazz faculty orientation meeting, and jazz faculty meetings throughout the semester.
• Submit completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grade student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Provide departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Build a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Education

Master of Music (preferred)

Job description

Syracuse University invites applications for a Part-Time Faculty position to teach MHL 466/666 History of Jazz in Spring 2027. The 3-credit course surveys jazz history from its roots to the present and is open to undergraduate and graduate students.

The appointment is on-campus with in-person instruction at Crouse College, and regular office hours are expected. The Setnor School of Music seeks a dynamic instructor with strong knowledge of jazz history and performance, who can develop a robust