Teacher Special Programs (TSP) - Department of Music

University of California-Berkeley; Berkeley (CA); On-site; USD 136,382 - 194,241; Part time

Job summary

University of California-Berkeley invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary, part-time instructors to teach a range of instruments for one-on-one and/or group instruction. Teachers of Special Programs are hired as needs arise during fall, spring and summer.

The private instruction program includes lessons in Instrumental Performance, Jazz Performance, Vocal Performance, Basic Voice, Vocal Technique, Basic Piano for majors, Beginning Piano for Non-Music Majors and Advanced Beginning

Qualifications

• MA (or equivalent international degree), or 5 years of professional experience by date of application.
• Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

Responsibilities

• The Department of Music at UC Berkeley invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary, part-time instructors to teach a range of instruments for one-on-one and/or group instruction.
• Teachers of Special Programs are hired as needs arise during the fall, spring and/or summer.
• The components of the private instruction program include providing lessons in: Instrumental Performance; Jazz Performance; Vocal Performance; Basic Voice; Vocal Technique; Basic Piano for intending and current music majors; Beginning Piano for Non-Music Majors; Advanced Beginning Piano for Non-Music Majors.

Skills

Instrument instruction

Private instruction

Ensemble teaching

Education

MA or equivalent / 5 years experience

Job description

Position overview

Salary range: $120/hr

Percent time: Part-Time at 10%

Anticipated start: Fall 2026, Spring 2027, and Fall 2027

Review timeline: Appointments for Fall semester are usually reviewed in March, Spring semester in October, and Summer Session in February.

Please note: The use of a Teacher Special Programs pool does not guarantee that an open position exists. See the review date specified in AP Recruit to learn whether the department is currently reviewing applications for a specific position. If there is no future review date specified, your application may not be considered at this time.

Position duration: Semester

Application Window

Open date: July 28, 2026

Next review date: Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Final date: Tuesday, Jul 27, 2027 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

The Department of Music at the University of California, Berkeley invites applications for a pool of qualified temporary, part-time instructors to teach a range of instruments for one-on-one and/or group instruction. Teachers of Special Programs are hired as needs arise during the fall, spring and/or summer.

The majority of Teachers Special Programs positions are part of our private instruction program. It is a directed program of study, open mostly to music majors, by audition, which includes opportunities for large and small music ensembles, and private instruction. The student's program will be worked out in consultation with the supervising faculty, who will assist in finding an appropriate private instructor. The components of the private instruction program include providing lessons in the following areas:

• Instrumental Performance
• Jazz Performance
• Vocal Performance
• Basic Voice
• Vocal Technique
• Basic Piano for intending and current music majors
• Beginning Piano for Non-Music Majors
• Advanced Beginning Piano for Non-Music Majors

Other courses Teachers Special Programs may serve:

• Chorus and/or Chamber Chorus
• Early Music Performance
• Songs and Song-Writing
• Various Musical Practices Performance - Non-Western Instruments

Further positions include instruction on non-Western instruments in our Ethnomusicology labs, such as Music of Japan, Music of East Asia, Music of the Caribbean, Music of Bali, etc.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Individuals who may have had non-traditional career paths, may have taken time off for family reasons (e.g., children, disabled, or elderly), or have achieved excellence in careers outside academia (e.g., in professional or industry service) are encouraged to apply.

Department

Department: http://music.berkeley.edu/job-opportunities/

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

MA (or equivalent international degree), or 5 years of professional experience by date of application.

Preferred qualifications

Ability to support the success of all students through inclusive curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

About UC Berkeley

UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

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As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
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Job location

Berkeley, CA