Trumpet Adjunct Applied Faculty

George Mason University - College of Visual and Performing Arts (Mason Arts); Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

George Mason University’s Reva and Sid Dewberry Family School of Music seeks an Adjunct Applied Classical Trumpet Professor to teach individualized lessons on campus, starting August 24, 2026. This part-time, on-site role requires a Master’s in Music and college-level teaching experience.

Candidates with a Doctorate are preferred. Responsibilities include recruitment for the Trumpet Studio and participation in Brass Area initiatives, including performances, recitals, auditions, and juries.

Qualifications

• Master’s in Music is required for the role.
• Successful experience teaching at the college level.
• Demonstrated experience working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds.
• An established reputation as a professional artist with a portfolio of live performances.

Responsibilities

• Teach Applied Classical Trumpet during daytime hours on campus.
• Assist with recruitment for the Trumpet Studio; and
• Participate in Brass Area initiatives, including performances, faculty recitals, auditions, and juries.

Skills

Teaching

Diversity & inclusion

Live performance

Education

Master’s degree in Music

Doctorate in Music

Job description

Adjunct Applied Classical Trumpet Professor

Department: Col of Visual and Performing Arts

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About The Department

The Reva and Sid Dewberry Family School of Music's mission is to enable every student to find his or her best musical voice; prepare each to fulfill society's need for artistic and innovative musicians, scholars, music educators, and ambassadors for the arts; and graduate each with hope, confidence, and distinction.

About The Position

The Adjunct Applied Classical Trumpet Professor will teach individualized lessons, starting August 24, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Teach Applied Classical Trumpet during daytime hours on campus;
• Assist with recruitment for the Trumpet Studio; and
• Participate in Brass Area initiatives, including performances, faculty recitals, auditions, and juries.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Music required;
• Successful experience teaching at the college level;
• Demonstrated experience working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds; and
• An established reputation as a professional artist with a documented portfolio of live performances.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Music.

Instructions To Applicants

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Trumpet Adjunct Applied Faculty at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and CV for review.

Posting Open Date: April 8, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by: April 24, 2026

Open Until Filled: Yes