Adjunct Faculty

Music Department Faculty Position at DigiPen Institute of Technology

Career Opportunities with DigiPen Institute of Technology

Position: Adjunct Faculty – Music Department

The Music Department at DigiPen Institute of Technology invites applications for potential future positions of Adjunct Faculty – Music Instructor. We are seeking qualified individuals to teach courses in music theory, music history, and other related areas.

Responsibilities:

• Teach courses in accordance with departmental policies and procedures
• Prepare and submit timely grade reports and other reports on student performance
• Demonstrate evidence of teaching experience that supports a diverse student body and individuals from a variety of backgrounds and experiences
• Organize class activities, demos, and assignments
• Relate assignments and tests to learning outcomes
• Manage Student Teaching Assistants, if required; supervising their timecards and reviewing their weekly hours
• Provide input, create, and improve course materials
• Offer weekly office hours (does not apply to private instructors)

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Music or related degrees
• Relevant academic experience and/or relevant industry experience
• Team player with ability to solve problems independently
• Solid grounding in interdisciplinary teaching
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Comfortable with technology
• Ability to accommodate a wide variety of learning styles, special needs, etc.

Salary Range:

$1,000 – $9,072 per term, depending on credit hours, class size, and faculty rank

Application Procedure:

Applications should include, or you will be asked to provide, the following:

• A cover letter
• Current curriculum vitae / résumé
• Academic Transcripts of most recently attended educational institutions
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Inclusion and diversity statement

Upon accepting an offer of employment with us, the candidate will receive an invitation for a required background check, employment verification, and 5-panel drug screen as a part of the hiring process.

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and academic freedom are priorities of DigiPen Institute of Technology.

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