Part Time Music Instructor - Audition Preparation Job at Niagara Community Colle

Part Time Music Instructor - Audition Preparation

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting. Please review the qualifications before applying. Persons meeting the required qualifications should submit the following:

• Cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications
• Resume
• Unofficial transcripts
• Names and contact information for three (3) current, work-related references

Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

Position Information

Position Title: Part Time Music Instructor - Audition Preparation

Position Category: Faculty

Position Status: Exempt

Advertised Salary: TBD

Department: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

General Description: SUNY Niagara has a need for a part-time Music Instructor for our Audition Prep course. This course is taught in person in a classroom setting on our Sanborn, NY campus. Music majors preparing for transfer are faced with the daunting task of preparing for an audition. This course will investigate the issues of performance and will focus on audition material and presentation skills for successful placement into academic or professional venues. Students will refine repertoire appropriate for their instrument and use recordings, video, and reflection to make improvements to their repertoire. This course is designed to teach auditioning skills for those students auditioning for music or musical theatre departments at four-year universities. Usually offered Fall semester.

Remuneration: $915 per lecture hour/$819 per lab hour for persons teaching at least 3 credits in a semester.

Typical Work Activities:

• Teach course on campus.
• Track attendance as needed.
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester.
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester.

Essential Functions:

• Ability to work with and teach a diverse student population.
• Ability to speak in front of groups of people.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with students, co-workers, supervisors, and the campus community.
• Must be able to develop, prepare, and present information.
• Must be able to operate computers.
• Must be able to physically perform the duties of the position and adjust any teaching to the Americans with Disabilities Act provisions.

Required Qualifications

• Three years of experience teaching at a high school or college level.

Desirable Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Music or related field.
• Experience using Microsoft Office software i.e. Excel and Word.
• Experience with the Brightspace learning management system.

About SUNY Niagara

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment.

EEO Statement: SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category including creed, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, national origin, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, marital status, political or social affiliation, age, race, color, veteran status, military status, religion, sexual orientation, domestic violence status, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression or perceived gender. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information:

Human Resources
A261 Notar Administration Building
3111 Saunders Settlement Road Sanborn, NY 14132
Phone - 716-614-5950, Fax: 716-614-5954
Email: HR@niagaracc.suny.edu