Private Music Lessons Adjunct Faculty - Orchestral Strings Job at Olympic Colleg

Private Music Lesson Adjunct - Orchestral Strings

Salary: $5,000 - $6,000 per 5 credit course

Department: Social Sciences & Humanities

Reports to: Dean of SSH

Olympic College seeks faculty who are dedicated to student-centered learning and to fostering an equitable and inclusive educational environment. A member of the Achieving the Dream Network, the College is committed to advancing excellence by leading with racial equity, in order to maximize student potential across all populations, including racial, ethnic, socioeconomic, sexual identity, gender identity, and differing ability.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a track record of employing culturally-responsive pedagogy, utilizing disaggregated data to guide instruction, and teaching and mentoring minoritized student populations.

Olympic College’s Music program offers private individual instruction in a variety of instruments as well as for vocal. The Music program offers space for individualized instruction, as well as for students to practice and perform. Faculty provide lessons, where possible, utilizing distance learning through Zoom and/or Skype. Adjunct faculty are employed in the areas of brass instruments, wind/reed instruments, guitar, bass guitar, strings, piano, and voice.

As the college continues to expand our learning options for all, instruction will be provided through a variety of modalities, from Canvas, Zoom, Skype, and other appropriate online resources and through face-to-face instruction. Candidates should be comfortable with using these or related technology to adapt to their instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach evening, distance, and in-person classes on the Bremerton and other campuses when requested;
• Provide quality teaching, including related preparation, grading, and record keeping;
• Provide class syllabi/guidelines to students enrolled in classes by the first day of classes and to the division office as requested;
• Identify individual learning needs of students and make appropriate adjustments in learning environments and activities to meet those needs;
• Punctually communicate with students, faculty, staff, and administrators;
• Hold regularly scheduled private lessons for students for the schedule span of time enrolled (1/2 credit = ½ hr/week; 1 credit = 1 hr/week);
• Perform other related duties as assigned and/or required.

Successful Applicants Will

• Deliver instructional course content with excitement and enthusiasm;
• Use a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success;
• Demonstrate a commitment to teaching students with little or no background, as well as the experienced student desiring to further their career;
• Utilize a variety of assessment activities to evaluate student learning and achievement;
• Demonstrate success working with individuals representing a wide range of diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds as well as military veterans;
• Support diversity in higher education through application of culturally responsive teaching pedagogies and the use of diverse resources/voice;
• Foster a climate of multi-cultural understanding and appreciation;
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate;
• Demonstrate success incorporating accessibility and special needs accommodations via course materials and classroom activities;
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the classroom and with other professionals to maintain effective and positive working relationships;
• Collaborate successfully with faculty, staff, and students as part of an educational team;
• Incorporate the use of technology in the delivery of course content and services as appropriate, including use of the College-approved learning management system;
• Uphold Olympic College's values and ethics necessary to maintain a positive climate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent;
• Experience in teaching or mentoring music students - specifically in area of desired instruction.

Desired Qualifications

• Master Degree in area of instruction;
• Two year teaching experience of private lessons - at the audit level;
• Ability to play and teach in both classical and jazz styles on upright bass, and ability to teach technique on violin, viola, and/or cello.

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.

Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Placement on the faculty salary schedule will be commensurate with educational background and experience. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE).

Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.

How To Apply

To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials:

• Olympic College Online Application
• Resume
• Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position.
• Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate.

EEO Statement

Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act.