Part-Time, Single Term Instructor-Music Lectures/Labs

Cleveland State University; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking part-time instructors for music lectures and labs. This role offers the chance to teach a variety of courses, including music theory, musicianship, and music history. Ideal candidates will have a master's degree in music and a passion for engaging students from diverse backgrounds. This position provides a unique opportunity to contribute to the academic growth of students in a dynamic and supportive environment. If you are enthusiastic about music education and want to inspire the next generation of musicians, this role could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Music or related field is required.
• Experience teaching students from diverse backgrounds is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach lecture and lab courses in music theory and musicianship.
• Engage with undergraduate and graduate students in small ensembles.
• Teach up to nine credit hours per semester; assignment may be for part-time single term contracts.

Skills

Music Theory

Musicianship/Aural Skills

Music Education

Pedagogical Expertise

Education

Master’s Degree in Music

Job description

Cleveland State University
Engaged Learning

Part-Time, Single Term Instructor--Music Lectures/Labs

Business Title: Part-Time, Single Term Instructor--Music Lectures/Labs

Department: School of Music

Posting Category: Faculty

Salary Plan: PT ST Instructor - SSF

Job Summary: The School of Music in the College of Arts & Sciences invites applications for part-time single term instructors to teach lecture and lab courses in music theory, musicianship/aural skills, class piano, musicology/music history, music education, etc., and instructors for small ensembles in our undergraduate and graduate programs. Candidates with pedagogical expertise in current best practices and experience teaching students with a variety of backgrounds are preferred.

The University is opening this posting for the purposes of establishing a pool of candidates, from which to select part-time instructor candidates. Throughout the academic year, individuals may be contacted by the department to further discuss positions available, on an as needed, semester by semester basis.

Service as a part-time single term instructor does not accrue tenure rights. Part-time single term instructors serve by the mutual agreement expressed in each successive contract executed and are engaged to teach at the convenience of the university.

A part-time single term instructor shall not have teaching responsibilities exceeding nine credit hours per semester, and no other responsibilities such as to accrue to full-time faculty.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Music or related field (in rare cases where an exception can be justified on academic grounds, professional experience may be considered in lieu of a master’s degree in the field)

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Applications will be exclusively accepted online at https://www.csuohio.edu/hrd/hr-employment. Mailed or emailed application materials will not be accepted. Please direct inquiries to Dr. Russell, Chair of the School of Music, at [e-mail].

List of documents applicant is required to submit:

1. Cover letter addressing position qualifications – clearly the course(s) you are qualified to teach and summarize your experience teaching students from a variety of backgrounds and skill levels
2. Names and contact information for two references – references will be contacted via email and asked to submit a letter of reference on the applicant’s behalf
3. Unofficial transcripts – optional

Offer of employment is contingent on satisfactory completion of the University’s verification of credentials and other information required by law and/or University policies or practices, including but not limited to a criminal background check.

It is the policy of Cleveland State University to provide equal opportunity to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expressions, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran, or genetic information.

Hiring Range /Pay Rate: Commensurate

Posted Date: 05/19/2023

Close Date/Application Deadline: Open Until Filled

Review Begins:

Tentative Start Date: Varies semester by semester

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