Adjunct Faculty Positions in Music and Dance

3 days ago


Kansas City, Missouri, United States UMKC Full time
Job Description

UMKC Conservatory is seeking qualified candidates for adjunct faculty teaching positions in Music and Dance. As a member of our faculty, you will contribute to the academic and service environments of the Conservatory, enriching the cultural environment of the Kansas City metropolitan community.

Responsibilities
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Music and Dance, including Music Composition, Music Education and Theory, Music Therapy, Instrumental Studies, Vocal Studies, Keyboard Studies, Jazz Studies, and Dance.
  • Develop and implement effective instructional practices for classrooms with diverse backgrounds and individual settings.
  • Communicate clearly and timely with department chairs and colleagues regarding student performance and other issues.
  • Promote and sustain positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
  • Demonstrate knowledge, skills, and dispositions that align with the Conservatory of Music and Dance's mission, vision, and values.
Qualifications

Degree or significant experience/training relevant to the level of class and content area being taught. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the Conservatory's mission and values. Familiarity with teaching applied lessons or classroom lectures. Highly successful experience teaching in the area of specialization.

Application Materials

A complete application includes a letter of application detailing desire and qualifications to teach in Music and Dance, curriculum vita, and a minimum of two current letters of recommendation. Official transcripts reflecting the highest degree earned and previous coursework leading up to the highest degree earned must be sent to the Office of the Dean, Business Office, attention: Jennifer Parker Burrus, UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance, 417 Olson PAC, 4949 Cherry Street Kansas City, Missouri 64110.

Benefits

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non-benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.



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