Music, Percussion - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Sinclair Community College; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver for you

Career growth opportunities

Generous retirement benefits

Work-life balance and wellness

Faculty mentorship

Job summary

Sinclair Community College’s Music Program invites applications for a Part-Time (Adjunct) Music, Percussion instructor at the Main Campus in Dayton, OH. The role focuses on percussion instruction, curriculum delivery, and student mentorship within a program that covers foundation and early bachelor-level work with emphasis on performance.

As an adjunct, you’ll teach assigned sections, prepare syllabi, use tech-enabled instruction, and support student success while maintaining records and meeting

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree with tested experience in the content area required; master’s in music or 18 graduate credits preferred.
• Proven percussion experience at a variety of student experience levels is required.
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience is preferred.
• Commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies that support course and program level success.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in a diverse college community.
• Demonstrated ability to use modern educational technology, including multimedia-based instruction.

Responsibilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by the department.
• Plan and organize instruction to maximize student learning.
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections per policies.
• Use appropriate teaching methods and instructional technology where appropriate.
• Modify instructional methods to meet diverse students’ needs.
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote student success.
• Evaluate and return student work promptly to promote learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress.
• Submit final grade rosters by deadlines.
• Maintain confidentiality of student information.
• Cannot exceed 12 credit hours per semester.

Skills

Percussion experience

Teaching experience

Communication skills

Educational technology

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in music with 18 graduate credits

Tools

Multimedia educational tools

Job description

Position Information

Job Title

Music, Percussion - Part-Time (Adjunct) Faculty

Location

Main Campus - Dayton, OH

Job Number

05518

Job Open Date

09/01/2026

Resume Review Date

Ongoing

Closing Date

12/31/2026

Department

Music

Job Category

Adjunct Faculty (Part-time)

Job Type

Part-Time

Status

Regular

Open Until Filled

No

Position Summary

The SinclairMusic Program provides a comprehensive foundation,fulfilling the first two years of a bachelor’s degree in music,with a strong emphasis on public performance. This program equipsstudents with the skills and academic preparation necessary forsuccess in advanced music studies and professional performanceopportunities.

Why you’ll love Sinclair:

The following are some of the benefits that part-time/adjunctfaculty with Sinclair College receive:

• Tuition Waiver for You : Employees can take advantage oftuition-free access for up to 3 credit hours per semester.
• Career Growth Opportunities : Grow your career throughopportunities for advancement and promotion
• Generous Retirement Benefits : Build your future throughparticipation in STRS, including a 14% employer contribution.
• Work-Life Balance and Wellness : Access programs,resources, and events that support your personal well-being andprofessional success.
• Faculty Mentorship : Receive guidance and support fromexperienced faculty to help you transition from a professionalcareer into the classroom.

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way acontract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

• Adjunct faculty teach curriculum developed by thedepartment
• Plan and organize instruction in ways which maximize studentlearning
• Prepare and provide syllabi for all assigned sections inaccordance with department and divisional policies
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies, useavailable instructional technology when appropriate
• Modify, where appropriate, instructional methods and strategiesto meet diverse students’ needs
• Support classroom and online efforts to promote studentsuccess
• Evaluate and return student work in a timely manner to promotelearning
• Maintain accurate records of student progress
• Submit final grade rosters according to establisheddeadlines
• Maintain confidentiality of student information
• Adjunct Faculty cannot be assigned to teach more than themaximum of 12 credit hours per semester

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree with Tested Experience in thecontent area required; master’s degree in music or a master’sdegree with at least 18 semester credit hours of graduatecoursework in the content area preferred
• Proven and successful percussion experience, at a variety ofstudent experience levels required
• Evidence of successful prior teaching experience ispreferred
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning throughinnovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the courseand program level
• Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills withthe capacity to work successfully in a diverse collegecommunity
• Must possess demonstrated skills in using modern educationaltechnology, including multimedia-based instruction

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (ifapplicable) and successful completion of a background check will berequired prior to date of hire.

Supplemental Questions

1. * Do you meet the education requirements for the position aslisted in the job posting?

   • Yes
   • No

2. * The current instructional need for this position ispercussion. Please describe your percussion performance, teaching,and/or professional experience, including the instruments andsettings in which you have taught or performed.

   (Open Ended Question)

3. * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment,tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the statein which you currently reside or will perform work for thisposition.

   • Ohio
   • Indiana
   • Kentucky
   • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of thesestates.

4. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, andwill you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for awork visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicantsfor work visas.

   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do notrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but willrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Philosophy
2. Other
3. Letter of Recommendation (1)
4. Associate's Transcript
5. Bachelor's Transcript
6. Master's Transcript