Temporary Part-Time Studio Guitar Instructor (Unsolicited)

Temporary Part-Time Studio Guitar Instructor (Unsolicited)

The Department of Music at Millersville University is seeking a part-time instructor to teach guitar students. A temporary, part-time studio instructor is responsible for teaching individual half-hour and hour studio guitar lessons each week, as well as an hour-long masterclass to music education majors.

In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment.

The purpose of this posting is to generate a pool of qualified faculty. Applications submitted will be reviewed on an as-needed basis based on enrollment. Anyone meeting the qualifications may be contacted for an interview and potentially hired when a need exists. In the event that you are interviewed but not immediately hired, your application will remain in the department's pool of qualified faculty.

A complete application will include:

• Cover letter describing qualifications for the position.
• Current curriculum vitae or professional resume.
• Copies of registrar-issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress.
• Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Music with an emphasis in guitar performance or guitar pedagogy, or a BA degree in guitar performance with 15 additional graduate credits in music.
• Demonstrated knowledge of guitar commercial and classical pedagogy.
• Ability to teach diverse student populations successfully.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Successful interview.
• Successful teaching demonstration for teaching studio guitar.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD, DMA or ABD in Music.
• Prior college-level teaching experience at the undergraduate level.

Essential Functions

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
• Ability to sit or stand while teaching, speak clearly, communicate via writing exceptionally well, understand verbal communication, use construction tools safely, move to and from campus buildings, climb ladders, and stoop or bend to pick things up.
• Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds without assistance.
• Able to record and calculate grades, prepare course outlines and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, and engage in the selection of appropriate textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the delivery of instruction.
• Use computer for email, obtain information on websites, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online, and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university, and community.

Millersville University is committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.