Spring Adjunct Faculty (Music - Voice/Diction) (On Campus)

Texas A&M University System; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 12,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M International University in Laredo, TX, invites applications for Spring Adjunct Faculty in Music - Voice/Diction. This on-campus position supports the Department of Fine & Performing Arts by teaching diction for singers and may include applied voice lessons or related coursework.

Successful candidates will hold a Master's in Music with vocal focus, demonstrate knowledge of IPA and diction for classical repertoire, and have college-level teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Music (vocal performance, vocal pedagogy, or closely related field).
• Knowledge of diction and pronunciation for classical vocal repertoire.
• Experience teaching voice, diction, or related coursework at the collegiate level.

Responsibilities

• Hold office hours and support student learning.
• Maintain a regular on-campus presence as required.
• Teach diction for singers and related coursework within the music curriculum.
• Serve on faculty committees for student voice recitals if assigned to applied voice students.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Master's degree in Music

Job description

Job Title

Spring Adjunct Faculty (Music - Voice/Diction) (On Campus)

Agency

Texas A&M International University

Department

Dept, Fine & Performing Arts

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Laredo, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Fine & Performing Arts is creating a pool of applicants for part-time Adjunct Faculty positions in Music (Voice/Diction). Successful candidates may teach up to six (6) semester credit hours, depending on departmental needs.

Teaching assignments will primarily include diction for singers and may also include applied voice lessons, voice methods, or other related coursework within the music curriculum. Instructors may be asked to teach a range of courses based on program needs.

Responsibilities include holding office hours, supporting student learning, maintaining a regular on-campus presence as required, and participating in appropriate departmental activities. If assigned applied voice students, instructors may also be asked to serve on faculty committees for student voice recitals.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree in Music (vocal performance, vocal pedagogy, or closely related field)
• Knowledge of diction and pronunciation appropriate for classical vocal repertoire
• Experience teaching voice, diction, or related coursework at the collegiate level

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching diction for singers at the collegiate level
• Experience teaching applied voice and/or voice methods
• Familiarity with the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA) and standard singing diction in English, Italian, German, and French
• At least five years of collegiate teaching experience
• Ability to work with a variety of student voice types and levels

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective communication skills (oral and written)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work well with students and colleagues
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Additional Information

• Adjunct positions are temporary and assigned on a semester-by-semester, as-needed basis
• Duties and course assignments may vary depending on departmental needs

Term

These appointments are for the Spring 2027 semester and any applicable sub-terms.

Application Review

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue as needed.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.