Part-Time Music Instructor: One-on-One Lessons

Oregon State University; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Oregon State University, in Corvallis, seeks part-time, non-tenure-track instructors to teach individual music lessons for the 2026-2027 academic year. Appointments may renew annually at the Director's discretion.

Instruction covers voice, piano, guitar, and other band/orchestra instruments to support undergraduate programs including BA/BS/BM tracks. The role emphasizes practical performance credentials and proven college-level teaching ability, with opportunities for renewal based on

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music and/or equivalent professional experience with demonstrated ability to teach at the college level.
• Knowledge of repertoire appropriate for post-secondary students in their area of expertise.
• Professional experience as a performer on their major instrument over not less than 3 years on a regional or national level.
• Understanding of the pedagogical practices particular to their instrument. Regional reputation as teacher and/or performer.

Responsibilities

• Instructors may be needed to teach individual, one-on-one music lessons to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Lesson instruction may be needed for voice, piano, guitar, or a variety of instruments associated with band or orchestra.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Music

Master's degree in Music

Job description

Oregon State University, in Corvallis, seeks part-time, non-tenure-track instructors to teach individual music lessons for the 2026-2027 academic year. Appointments may renew annually at the Director's discretion.

Instruction covers voice, piano, guitar, and other band/orchestra instruments to support undergraduate programs including BA/BS/BM tracks. The role emphasizes practical performance credentials and proven college-level teaching ability, with opportunities for renewal based on