Part Time - Music Voice - Vocal Instructor

The Pennsylvania State University; United States; On-site; USD 3,000 - 6,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State Abington is seeking a part-time instructor to teach individual vocal lessons starting August 2026. This is a one-semester, non-tenure track appointment with the possibility of renewal.

The successful candidate will teach up to two sections of VOICE 100, 30-minute weekly sessions, and will help students prepare for campus recitals. Depending on expertise, there may be opportunities to teach instrumental lessons as well.

Qualifications

• Master's degree strongly preferred; equivalent professional experience or training considered.
• Experience teaching at the college level is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to two sections of VOICE 100, one-half hour per week per section.
• Prepare students for campus recital each semester.
• Additional opportunities to teach instrumental lessons may be available.

Skills

Student-centered teaching

Engaging instruction

Curriculum development

Education

Master's degree in relevant field

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS The Division of Arts and Humanities at Penn State Abington is seeking a part-time instructor to teach individual vocal lessons beginning August 2026. This is a one semester, non-tenure track appointment with the possibility of reappointment. Candidates with a student-centered, innovative, and engaging approach to teaching are encouraged to apply.

Job Duties

Teach up to two sections of VOICE 100, Voice Secondary per semester. VOICE 100: individual instruction in voice. Sessions are one-half hour per week. Work with students to develop individual, weekly lesson schedules agreeable to both the student and the instructor. Prepare students for campus recital each semester. Depending on expertise, additional opportunities for teaching instrumental lessons may be available.

Requirements and Qualifications

Master's degree in relevant field strongly preferred; equivalent professional experience or training will be considered. Experience teaching at the college level is highly desirable. Applicants should submit a cover letter and curriculum vitae (CV). In addition, candidates should be prepared to provide the names, titles, and contact information (telephone, email, and mailing address) of two (2) professional references, if requested. Review of applications will commence immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled. The Abington College of The Pennsylvania State University is a four-year college with a diverse student population in the suburb of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. For more information about the college, visit our website at: www.abington.psu.edu.

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