Temporary Part-Time Studio Voice Instructor (Unsolicited)

Millersville University; Millersville (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Millersville University seeks a Temporary Part-Time Studio Voice Instructor to teach voice students. Responsibilities include conducting individual lessons and masterclasses. Ideal candidates will have a Master's Degree in Music, strong knowledge of vocal pedagogy, and a commitment to diversity. This position is ideal for flexible individuals ready to contribute to a dynamic music department.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master's Degree or equivalent experience in vocal performance.
• Experience in teaching diverse student populations is vital.
• Background checks are necessary for employment.

Responsibilities

• Teach individual voice lessons for students.
• Conduct masterclasses for music education majors.
• Engage in scholarship and service relevant to the role.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of Vocal Pedagogy

Diversity and Inclusion

Education

Master's Degree in Music

BA in Voice Performance with 15 additional graduate credits in music

PhD, DMA or ABD in Music (preferred)

Job description

Temporary Part-Time Studio Voice Instructor (Unsolicited)
Millersville University


Department: Music
Nature of Position: Temporary, part-time

Job Summary/Basic Function
The Department of Music at Millersville University is seeking a part-time instructor to teach voice students. A temporary, part-time studio instructor is responsible for teaching each week individual half-hour and hour studio voice lessons as well as an hour-long masterclass to music education majors.

In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment.

The purpose of this posting is to generate a pool of qualified faculty. Applications submitted will be reviewed on an as needed basis based on enrollment. Anyone meeting the qualifications may be contacted for an interview and potentially hired when a need exists. In the event that you are interviewed but not immediately hired, your application will remain in the departments pool of qualified faculty.

A complete application will include:

• Cover letter describing qualifications for the position.
• Current curriculum vitae or professional resume.
• Copies of registrar-issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress.
• Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.

Please do not link your application to the position until you have uploaded all of the required documents and any optional documents you want to provide. You will not be able to change the materials submitted or upload any new additional materials, after the application process has been completed and you receive a confirmation number.
Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 10 public universities of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students' success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,000 students to find their path.. Approximately one thousand graduate students enroll in 21 master's and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.

At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence are an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.

The State System Employee Benefits Summary for faculty can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/hr/benefits/documents/benefit-summaries/sshe-summary.pdf

Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree in Music with an emphasis in vocal performance or voice pedagogy, or a BA degree in voice performance with 15 additional graduate credits in music.
• Demonstrated knowledge of voice, commercial and classical vocal pedagogy.
• Ability to teach diverse student populations successfully.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Successful interview.
• Successful teaching demonstration for teaching studio voice.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD, DMA or ABD in Music.
• Prior college-level teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

Job Description


Essential Functions
Working Conditions and Physical Effort - (Essential Functions)

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Ability to:
  • sit or stand while teaching.
  • speak clearly.
  • communicate via writing exceptionally well
  • understand verbal communication (read and understand verbal messages).
  • use construction tools safely.
  • move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms and stage areas.
  • climb ladders.
  • stoop or bend to pick things up.
  
  
  
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds without assistance.
• Lift student paper bundles, small boxes, scene shop equipment and materials.
• Must be able to lift/pull/push heavier items with assistance occasionally.
• Teach courses face-to-face and online, if necessary, at the higher education level using lectures, demonstrations, class discussions, online tools and/or equipment, and/or other appropriate tools and modes of education delivery.
• Able to record and calculate grades, prepare course outlines and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, and engage in the selection of appropriate textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the delivery of instruction.
• Use computer for email, obtain information on websites, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online, and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university, and community.
• No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/13086








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