Music Associate (Part-time) Instructor Pool 2024 - 2025

MiraCosta College; California (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking passionate part-time instructors for music courses. This role involves planning and organizing classes, developing instructional materials, and providing feedback to students. Ideal candidates will possess a master's degree in music or equivalent qualifications and demonstrate sensitivity to the diverse backgrounds of community college students. This position offers a great opportunity to inspire and educate future musicians while contributing to a vibrant academic community. If you have a love for music and teaching, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Master's degree in music or equivalent qualifications required.
• Sensitivity to diverse backgrounds of community college students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop instructional materials and evaluate student performance.
• Maintain accurate course records and provide feedback to students.

Skills

Knowledge of music theory

Teaching skills

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in music

Bachelor’s degree in music and Master’s degree in humanities

California Community College Credential

Job description

Music Associate (Part-time) Instructor Pool 2024 - 2025

Before applying, be sure to read the “Application Procedure” section below.

Posting Summary

Job Title: Music Associate (Part-time) Instructor Pool 2024 - 2025

Type of Assignment: Part-Time Faculty

Assignment Category: Temporary Assignment

The college is accepting applications to build a pool of instructors for possible future part-time assignments at all locations. The department chairperson or designee will review applications only if vacancies become available.

Instructors may be assigned to any campus or authorized facility. Assignments may include days, evenings, or weekends.

Applications are valid through June 30, 2025, at which time they will expire.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:

MiraCosta College Board Policy 7800 requires all associate faculty employees to maintain and permanently reside in a principal place of residence in the state of California that is within two-hundred (200) road miles from the employee’s regularly assigned district worksite.

Associate faculty who have a fully online assignment with the District must reside within the state of California, but may live beyond two-hundred (200) road miles from their designated District worksite.

The District may consider an individual request to temporarily reside outside of the State of California or outside the 200-mile limit on a case-by-case basis, not to exceed twelve consecutive months.

Location: Oceanside, Cardiff, and/or Carlsbad, California

Minimum Qualifications:

The transcripts you are attaching to provide evidence that you meet the minimum qualifications below must state the degree title, major, and date awarded.

1. Master’s degree in music;
2. OR bachelor’s degree in music AND master’s degree in humanities;
3. OR a valid appropriate California Community College Credential in the discipline area;
4. OR the equivalent.

AND have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Under direction, plan, organize and teach assigned courses in an instructional field or discipline in accordance with approved course outlines, education code requirements and faculty contract provisions; provide feedback and guidance to students and evaluate student performance; and perform related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities:

1. Plan, organize and develop instructional materials including presentations, lectures, demonstrations, homework assignments, laboratory exercises and project assignments consistent with approved course outlines.
2. Provide prompt feedback on student assignments and evaluate student performance fairly and consistently.
3. Be available to students by telephone, email, or personal conference to answer questions and provide encouragement.
4. Maintain accurate and complete course records as required by law, regulations, and district policies.
5. Contribute to maintaining a collegial environment and collaborate with department chairs and other faculty.
6. Meet professional responsibilities in accordance with contractual obligations.

Compensation: $87.60 to $101.54 per hour, based on education.

Application Procedure: In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following:

1. An application.
2. A cover letter discussing methods, theories, or technologies especially relevant to your teaching style.
3. A resume/CV summarizing your educational background and experience.
4. Transcripts of ALL college degrees/coursework needed to qualify for this position.

Applicants will not be contacted unless selected for interview. Offer of employment is contingent upon submission of a current TB test clearance, proof of eligibility to work in the United States, fingerprint clearance, and submission of official transcripts.

Knowledge and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of theory, concepts, principles, techniques and conventions applicable to assigned academic disciplines.
2. Ability to clearly convey, interpret and explain theories and principles to a diverse student population.
3. Ability to evaluate student performance fairly and consistently.
4. Ability to maintain accurate records of student progress.