Teacher of Bass

Colgate University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 76,000 - 103,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Paid time off

Free parking

Gate Card discount

Job summary

Colgate University’s Department of Music invites applications for a part-time Teacher of Bass, beginning in Fall 2026. The position involves teaching bass lessons, developing lesson plans, selecting repertoire, and staying current with bass trends.

It requires a strong commitment to teaching in a liberal arts setting and the ability to meet weekly with students for 30- or 60-minute lessons. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree in music (Master’s preferred) and professional experience as a

Qualifications

• Demonstrated professional experience as a performer in jazz or related styles on both electric and upright bass.
• Experience teaching bass lessons one-on-one, preferably at the collegiate level.
• Professional performance experience preferred.
• Ability to communicate and work with students of diverse backgrounds and skill levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach bass lessons to students, focusing on technique and performance skills.
• Develop and implement lesson plans tailored to each student.
• Select appropriate repertoire for lessons and performances.
• Incorporate innovative teaching methods and stay current with bass trends.
• Meet weekly with students for 30- or 60-minute lessons.

Skills

Bass performance

Teaching bass

One-on-one instruction

Diversity communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Position Information

Job Category

Job Category Casual Wage

Position Title

Position Title Teacher of Bass

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Part Time

Division

Division Dean of the Faculty

Department

Department Music

Hiring Wage/Salary Range

Hiring Wage/Salary Range $65.00/hour

Department Statement

Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume.

Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University ‘Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore.

This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service.

Accountabilities

The Department of Music at Colgate University invites applications for the position of Teacher of Bass, beginning in Fall 2026. This part-time role is ideal for an experienced professional with a strong commitment to teaching and a passion for fostering musical growth in a liberal arts setting. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the Department of Music can be found at: http://www.colgate.edu/academics/departments-and-programs/music

The teacher of bass is responsible for:

• Teaching bass lessons to students; relevant techniques and performance skills.
• Developing and implementing lesson plans catering to students’ needs and skill levels.
• Selecting appropriate repertoire and musical pieces for students to work on during lessons and performances.
• Staying updated with current trends and developments in bass and incorporating innovative teaching methods into lessons.
• Meeting weekly with students to provide 30-minute or 60-minute lessons throughout the term.

Requirements

Professional Experience/ Qualifications

• Demonstrated professional experience as a performer in jazz or related styles on both electric and upright bass.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching bass lessons on a one-on-one basis, with preference for experience teaching at the collegiate level.
• Professional performance experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate and work with students of diverse backgrounds and skill levels.

Preferred Qualifications

• Private lesson teaching experience including beginning, intermediate, and advanced students
• Orchestral performance experience
• Experience with classical bass methods and repertoire as a teacher, student, and/or performer

Education

Bachelor’s degree in music required, master’s degree preferred.

Physical Requirements

Other Information

Requisition Number

Requisition Number 2026CW035Posting

Temporary

Temporary Yes

Work Schedule

• Hours will vary.
• Flexible availability required to accommodate student violin lessons across any weekday.

Job Open Date

Job Open Date 08/25/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS
The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance . Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at [e-mail] .