Music Adjunct Instructor (Choral Music)

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Music Adjunct Instructor (Choral Music)Description of Position

Diablo Valley College is seeking an adjunct faculty member for our Concert Choir (MUSIC 162) and Masterworks Chorale (MUSIC 180) in the Music department. We are particularly interested in applicants with experience and expertise in leading students in the study, rehearsal, and public performance of standard choral literature for mixed voices, including that with orchestra. Rehearsals are Mondays 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM in Room M-101 in the Music Building at DVC. Public performances and other rehearsals are scheduled throughout the semester on days and times to be arranged at both on-campus and off-campus venues. Once approved and added to our system, adjunct faculty may be approved to teach part-time for other classes in the Music department, as well as substitute teaching.Duties and Responsibilities

Adjunct Faculty duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:Providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines, and class schedules;Creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas, and critical thinking;Evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work;Meeting with students outside of class;Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics;Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas;Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member;Maintaining accurate academic records;Performing other related duties as assigned.Understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, staff, and faculty.Minimum Qualifications

For Music Discipline:Master’s in musicORBachelor’s in music AND Master’s in humanitiesOR the equivalentThe disciplines listed in the minimum qualifications are determined by the statewide Academic Senate for California Community Colleges. A Doctoral degree (PhD) is considered to encompass a master’s degree (MA or MS).How to Apply

1. Interested applicants must submit all of the application materials online to be considered for this position. We do not accept hand-delivered, e-mailed, faxed, or postal mailed application packets.2. It is your responsibility to ensure that all application materials are received.3. You should submit an unofficial transcript for screening purposes. If you do not have an electronic version of the transcript required for the position, you can have it scanned by a Staples, Office Max, or Office Depot, etc. All applicants will have an opportunity to upload transcripts when completing our online application process. You should be prepared to provide an official transcript prior to employment start date should the position be offered.4. If you do not possess the required educational degrees and are applying under the equivalency process, you bear the responsibility of submitting the District’s Equivalency Application.5. Candidates with legally defined disabilities may request reasonable accommodations by notifying the Human Resources Department by the deadline date.Inquiries

Please direct all inquiries regarding this job posting to: Owen Lee at: olee@dvc.edu

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