On-Campus Jazz Bass Instructor - Part-Time

exp1-prod-web.syr; City of Syracuse (NY); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 62.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

Syracuse University is seeking a Part-Time Instructor in the Setnor School of Music to teach DPS 140-546 Applied Music – Double Bass Lessons (Jazz/Commercial) for Fall and Spring 2026-2027. Private instruction will focus on jazz performance techniques, reading, improvisation, and ensemble skills.

The candidate should hold a master’s degree in jazz or commercial bass, with collegiate teaching experience and relevant performance credentials; commitment to on-campus instruction is required.

Formación

• Minimum of a master’s degree in music (jazz or commercial bass performance) or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience teaching studio electric bass/double bass at the collegiate level.
• Jazz/Commercial Music Performance credentials.

Responsabilidades

• Being present and instructing weekly lessons during Fall and Spring semesters.
• Set up lesson schedule.
• Attend jazz faculty orientation meeting, and jazz faculty meetings throughout the semester (approximately 3 per semester).
• Collaborate to build and maintain the jazz/commercial bass studio.
• Develop and/or update a class syllabus.
• Prepare student assignments.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours.
• Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meet all designated class periods.
• Participate in end-of-semester juries.
• Participate in fall/spring audition days, including review of on-line jazz and commercial music audition materials for assigned prospective students.
• Participate in performances with jazz and commercial music faculty as requested.
• Submit completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grade student assignments and exams in timely manner.
• Provide departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Build a positive rapport with students and other faculty.
• Support student performances at major jazz & commercial music events where possible.

Conocimientos

Attention to detail

Pedagogical ability

Interpersonal skills

Educación

Master’s degree in music (jazz or commercial bass performance)

Descripción del empleo

Syracuse University is seeking a Part-Time Instructor in the Setnor School of Music to teach DPS 140-546 Applied Music – Double Bass Lessons (Jazz/Commercial) for Fall and Spring 2026-2027. Private instruction will focus on jazz performance techniques, reading, improvisation, and ensemble skills.

The candidate should hold a master’s degree in jazz or commercial bass, with collegiate teaching experience and relevant performance credentials; commitment to on-campus instruction is required.