Music Private Instructor - Temporary Pool

PennWest; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PennWest is seeking qualified individuals for the Music Private Instructor - Temporary Pool. The role involves delivering private, one-on-one music lessons on campus or online, contingent on enrollment and student instrument needs.

Successful candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree with graduate credits and have at least three years of teaching experience, plus a proven performance track on their primary instrument.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree plus fifteen semester hours of graduate credit.
• At least three years teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Teach private lessons 1:1 with music students, in-person.
• Employment contingent on enrollment and on declared major instruments of enrolled students.

Skills

Three years teaching experience

Performance on primary instrument

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Fifteen graduate credit hours

Job description

Music Private Instructor - Temporary Pool

Job Title Music Private Instructor - Temporary Pool

Job Description

Bargaining Unit

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Salary Range

Position Classification

Department

Department California Visual and Performing Arts

Type

Posting Text

Job Summary / Basic Function

The Music Private Instructors temporary pool will serve to hire in-person private instructors who will teach private lessons 1:1 with music students. Employment will be based on the need or the instructor as per declared major instruments of the students enrolled within the program. Candidates will have a proven track record of success performing (solo or in an ensemble setting) on their primary instrument.

All positions are contingent on enrollment. Course will be taught face to face on campus and/or online through any PennWest campus.

Required Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

Minimum of Bachelor’s Degree plus fifteen semester hours of graduate credit.
At least three years teaching experience.

Minimum of Education / TrainingRequired Education Summary

Preferred Qualifications

Physical Demands

Work Location

Is travel to other PennWest campuses required for this position? If so, how often?

No

Work Hours

Posting Date

Posting Date 07/30/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Diversity Statement

The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is committed to and accountable for cultivating an environment that advances diversity, equity, and inclusion ( DEI ). We strive to create a community that affirms the identities of every individual and affords them dignity and respect, regardless of difference.

ADA Statement

To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Amy Salsgiver, ADA Coordinator, [e-mail] ; 814-393-2109. Pennsylvania Western University complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities.

EEO Statement

Pennsylvania Western University of Pennsylvania is committed to providing equal access to all individuals and prohibiting any form of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a veteran, or any other characteristic prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other pertinent state and federal laws and regulations. Direct inquiries to the Title IX Coordinator, 423 Becht Hall Clarion Campus 16214-1232; email [e-mail] or phone [phone]. Inquiries may also be directed to the Director of the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 330 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a bachelor's degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have a masters degree?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other
• * Do you have at least three (3) years of teaching experience?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

• Resume

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