Part Time Music Instructor - Introduction to Sound

Niagara Community College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

SUNY Niagara is seeking a part-time Music/Theatre Instructor to teach Introduction to Sound on the Sanborn, NY campus in person. The course blends lecture, demonstration, laboratory work and performance, covering audio engineering, sound principles, equipment operation, and end-to-end audio production.

Practical experience is gained by participating in theatre space productions and other audio-related shows during the semester.

Qualifications

• Required: Must be certified in AVID ProTools software.
• Possess extensive knowledge in both Analog & Digital sound equipment and proper setup.
• 3 years’ of experience in the field of live sound setups.

Responsibilities

• Teach course on campus.
• Track attendance as needed
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester

Skills

Live sound experience

Public speaking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in related field

Tools

AVID ProTools software certification

Analog & Digital sound equipment knowledge

Job description

Part Time Music Instructor - Introduction to Sound

SUNY Niagara has a need for a part time Music/Theatre Instructor for our Introduction to Sound course. This course is taught in person in a classroom setting on our Sanborn, NY campus. This is a lecture-demonstration-laboratory-performance and operation course. The content areas include responsibility of an audio engineer, principles of sound, equipment, all aspects of audio production from pre-production through post-production.

The practical experience would be provided through participation in one or more of the productions presented in the theatre space (not limited to theatre productions) and any other available relevant audio related productions that may happen throughout the semester.

Remuneration for this position is: $1,008 per lecture hour/$960 per lab hour.

Typical Work Activities

• Teach course on campus.
• Track attendance as needed
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester

Essential Functions

Ability to work with, and teach a diverse student population. Ability to speak in front of groups of people. Must be able to effectively communicate with students, co-workers, supervisors and the campus community. Must be able to develop, prepare and present information. Must able to operate computers. Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position and must adjust any teaching to the Americans with Disabilities Act provisions.

Required Qualifications

• Must be certified in AVID ProTools software
• Possess extensive knowledge in both Analog & Digital sound equipment and proper setup
• 3 years’ of experience in the field of live sound setups.

Desirable Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in related field
• Experience using Microsoft Office software i.e. Excel and Word
• Experience with the Brightspace learning management system.

License(s)/Certifications

AVID ProTools software certification

About SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff. SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high-quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates that are supported by outstanding student services. The top 4 majors of our students are Liberal Arts and Sciences, Nursing, Psychology, and Criminal Justice. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State. SUNY Niagara provides a variety of cultural, athletic, social, and international experiences, as well as community education, small business, and workforce development that supports economic development that positively impacts the quality of life of valued stakeholders. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is accountable for meeting the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. SUNY Niagara has two locations in western New York consisting of 287 acres and 11 buildings. The Sanborn campus is minutes from Buffalo, Niagara Falls, and the Canadian border and is centrally located between the county’s three main cities of Lockport, Niagara Falls, and North Tonawanda. The Sanborn campus offers a traditional college experience with world-class academics, knowledgeable faculty members, state-of-the-art classrooms, NJCAA athletics, and on-campus housing. We also modernized our campus dining commons, providing quality meal options in a sleek, comfortable, collaborative environment. The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute is located in the heart of one of the world’s biggest tourist destinations, Niagara Falls. Fully outfitted with modern labs and tools for students to use as they train in both classic and trendy techniques, NFCI is home to Culinary Arts, Baking and Pastry Arts, and Hospitality programs. The college also operates Savor, a fine dining restaurant, and La Patisserie, a European-style pastry café, at NFCI. Our college nurtures and empowers its students and employees in ways that recognize and value our common humanity as well as the richness of our diversity. SUNY Niagara welcomes applicants who want to join a leading regional institution that provides a dynamic, educational environment, responds to students’ current and emerging needs, and strengthens its community. At SUNY Niagara we embrace diversity and promote inclusion throughout the institution by recognizing, accepting, and celebrating differences within our campus and surrounding communities. Therefore, we desire and pursue candidates who share those principles and encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.

EEO Statement

SUNY does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Posting Number

Posting Number F172P

Open Date

Open Date 12/07/2022

Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * What is the highest level of education attained?
• * Are you certified in AVID ProTools software?
• * How many years of experience do you have in live sound setups?
• * Do you have knowledge in both Analog & Digital sound equipment and it's proper setup?

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts
• Certifications/Licenses

Optional Documents

• Letter of Recommendation
• Curriculum Vitae
• Transcript 2
• Transcript 3

Human Resources
A261 Notar Administration Building
3111 Saunders Settlement Road Sanborn, NY 14132
Phone - 716-614-5950, Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Individuals from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.