Tuba Adjunct Applied Faculty

George Mason University - College of Visual and Performing Arts (Mason Arts); Fairfax (VA); On-site; USD 15,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

George Mason University - College of Visual and Performing Arts (Mason Arts) in Fairfax, Virginia, invites applications for an Adjunct Applied Tuba Professor to begin August 24, 2026. The position includes teaching individualized tuba lessons on campus and co-directing the Tuba‑Euphonium Ensemble.

The candidate will assist with recruitment for the Tuba Studio and participate in Brass Area activities such as performances, recitals, auditions, and juries; a Master’s Degree in Music and

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Music is required.
• Successful college-level teaching experience.
• Experience working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds.
• Established reputation as a professional artist with live performances.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied tuba during daytime hours on campus.
• Co-direct the Tuba‑Euphonium Ensemble.
• Assist with recruitment for the Tuba Studio.
• Participate in Brass Area initiatives, including performances, faculty recitals, auditions, and juries.

Skills

College teaching experience

Diversity & collaboration

Professional artist with live perform

Education

Master’s Degree in Music

Doctorate in Music

Job description

Department: Col of Visual and Performing Arts

Classification: Adjunct Faculty (matrix)

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 Tuba Professor will teach individualized lessons, starting August 24, 2026 and will co‑direct the George Mason University Tuba‑Euphonium Ensemble.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied tuba during daytime hours on campus;
• Co‑direct the Tuba‑Euphonium Ensemble;
• Assist with recruitment for the Tuba Studio;
• 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;
• Have an established reputation as a professional artist with a documented portfolio of live performances.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Music.