Part-Time Trombone & Low Brass Instructor

Grand Rapids Community College; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness Program

Career development and educationalOppt

Retirement Plans

Onsite gym access

Job summary

Grand Rapids Community College seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Applied Low Brass Trombone Choir and Performance Class for the Fall and Winter semesters at the downtown campus. The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching and dedicated to student success.

Responsibilities include teaching private lessons, Performance Class, and Trombone Choir, adhering to syllabi, and maintaining student records, with flexible scheduling across multiple modalities.

Qualifications

• A masters degree in Music is required with a primary instrument of trombone euphonium or tuba.
• Participation in professional development and/or continuous improvement activities to remain current in the field.
• Demonstrated expertise in the subject area and a commitment to continuous professional development.
• Excellent low brass performance and pedagogical skills.
• Strong communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population and faculty team.
• Proficiency in using instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g., Gmail, Canvas).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied private lessons to music majors, general college students, and community members.
• Teach Performance Class Thursdays 3:15–4:15.
• Teach Trombone Choir Wednesdays 5:30–6:30.
• Perform tasks normally expected of adjunct faculty members.
• Follow the required syllabus template and meet classes as scheduled.

Skills

Trombone

Euphonium

Tuba

Pedagogy

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Music

Tools

Gmail

Canvas

Job description

Grand Rapids Community College seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Applied Low Brass Trombone Choir and Performance Class for the Fall and Winter semesters at the downtown campus. The ideal candidate will be passionate about teaching and dedicated to student success.

Responsibilities include teaching private lessons, Performance Class, and Trombone Choir, adhering to syllabi, and maintaining student records, with flexible scheduling across multiple modalities.