Music Adjunct Assistant Professor

Los Rios Community College District; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, Adjunct faculty position in music. The instructional assignment may include teaching courses such as MUFHL 308, MUFHL 309, MUP 310, MUSM 320, and more across several campus programs.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in music or a bachelor’s in music with a master’s in humanities, with all degrees from an accredited institution.

Qualifications

• Master’s in music; OR bachelor’s in music and master’s in humanities; all degrees from an accredited institution.
• Equity-minded focus and understanding of diverse student backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Teach listed music courses including MUFHL 308, MUFHL 309, MUFHL 330, MUIVI 200, and more.
• Contribute to a diverse, inclusive learning environment and maintain equity in instruction.
• Meet the requirements outlined in the college’s faculty contract and program standards.

Skills

Equity-minded focus

Education

Master’s in Music

Bachelor’s in Music + Master’s in Humanities

Job description

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. Applications will be reviewed when posting closes.

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupation al experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• MUFHL 308 Introduction to Music: Rock & Roll
• MUFHL 309 Introduction to American Popular Music
• MUFHL 330 World Music
• MUIVI 200 Introduction to Music Education
• MUIVI 340 Beginning Piano
• MUIVI 341 Piano II
• MUIVI 350 Piano III
• MUIVI 351 Piano IV
• MUIVI 370 Beginning Guitar
• MUIVI 371 Intermediate Guitar
• MUP 310 Orchestra
• MUP 311 Advanced Orchestra
• MUP 330 Concert Band
• MUP 331 Advanced Concert Band
• MUP 424 Commercial Music Ensemble
• MUSM 110 The Business of Music
• MUSM 320 Contemporary Songwriting
• MUSM 346 Audio & Music Production 1
• MUSM 347 Audio & Music Production 2
• MUSM 370 Music for Children

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus:

• ARC Programs and Majors
• CRC Programs and Majors
• FLC Programs and Majors
• SCC Programs and Majors

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master’s in music; OR bachelor’s in music AND master’s in humanities; OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

• Degree titles must match the stated qualifications exactly (word-for-word).
• If the degree title differs, or if it contains added, missing, or rearranged words, applicants must submit a completed Equivalency Determination Request Form for the application to be considered. See the Equivalency Determination Process webpage for details.
• Example : If a master’s in Psychology is required but your transcript lists Counseling Psychology, and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications, an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submitted.
• Previously granted equivalency in the discipline applying for must be attached for verification. Email [e-mail] for a replacement copy.

Transcript Requirements

• Transcripts must be from an accredited U.S. institution or approved foreign evaluation agency.
• Foreign transcripts are not accepted . For coursework and degrees completed outside the U.S., upload a foreign transcript evaluation.
• Foreign transcript evaluations must be issued by an AICE (Association of International Credential Evaluation, Inc.) or NACES (National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) member agency. See the Foreign Transcript Evaluation webpage for details.
• If more than one degree is required to meet the Minimum Qualifications (e.g., a bachelor’s and a master’s), separate transcripts for each degree must be included .
• Transcripts must clearly identify the institution's name, degree title, major and/or certifications. Highlight or circle this information.
• Transcripts must indicate whether each degree is completed (confer date) or in progress .
• If the degree is in progress, the application must state the month and year the degree is expected to be attained.
• Only official or unofficial transcripts are accepted to verify education. Graduate advising documents, grade reports, course listings, diplomas, and similar materials will not be accepted in place of transcripts.
• Applicants are responsible for concealing any sensitive information from their transcripts, such as full birthdate, social, or other personal data, if preferred not to disclose.

Additional Instructions

• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
• Only information listed on the application and transcripts will be used to verify Minimum Qualifications.
• Applications that state “see other documents” such as “see resume” or “see transcripts,” will be disqualified.
• Applications missing any required documentation will be disqualified.