Jazz Lab Band Director (Adjunct) — Lead, Create & Perform

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 1,458,155 - 2,076,766; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Harper tuition waivers

Sick/personal business leave

Adjunct Faculty Professional Development Program

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. at Harper College invites applications for the Director of Jazz Lab Band. This role emphasizes inclusivity and diversity in education, requiring a master’s degree in Music or related fields.

Candidates will teach/lead the Jazz Lab Band, curate events, and employ technology in pedagogy. A competitive adjunct pay structure, including tuition waivers and professional development, is offered.

Preference is given to those with ensemble director experience and advanced teaching skills.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Music or related field with enough graduate credits in Music.
• Demonstrated pedagogical skills and above-average competence as a musician.
• Previous experience teaching as an ensemble director preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach and lead the Jazz Lab Band.
• Create arrangements specific to group enrollment.
• Curate and host Lab Band concerts and events.
• Infuse technology into teaching approaches.
• Apply fundamental musical skills in teaching.

Skills

Pedagogical skills

Performance expertise

Arranging music

Music theory

Aural skills

Education

Master’s degree in Music

18 graduate credit hours in Music

Job description

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. at Harper College invites applications for the Director of Jazz Lab Band. This role emphasizes inclusivity and diversity in education, requiring a master’s degree in Music or related fields.

Candidates will teach/lead the Jazz Lab Band, curate events, and employ technology in pedagogy. A competitive adjunct pay structure, including tuition waivers and professional development, is offered.

Preference is given to those with ensemble director experience and advanced teaching skills.