Adjunct Instructor, Music (Applied Voice)

The Music Department at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, is seeking an instructor to teach applied voice lessons - including a weekly studio class. Juries and studio classes are compensated in addition to the weekly lesson time. Faculty teach 12 lessons per semester to each student. 1 credit equals 30 min. and 2 credits equals a 60 min. weekly lesson. Lessons are preferably given during business hours, however, evening flexibility is also a possibility. Additional opportunities for GU Adjunct Faculty can include recitals, and potential for teaching academic courses based on the faculty’s expertise and needs of the department.

Responsibilities

Provide weekly one-on-one applied instruction to music majors, minors, and non-majors; Prepare students for juries, recitals, ensemble performances, and other performance opportunities; Maintain regular communication with students regarding progress, goals, and expectations; Collaborate with ensemble directors and other faculty to support student performance within the department; Submit grades according to established deadlines; For applied voice, lead a weekly studio voice class.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Music; Experience teaching applied lessons in one of the instrument areas listed.

Nice to have

Evidence of teaching effectiveness, including the ability to effectively respond to the academic needs of learners from diverse backgrounds; Experience teaching college age musicians.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package; Juries and studio classes are compensated in addition to the weekly lesson time.