Adjunct Faculty Music Department

Kaskaskia College - Centralia, IL

Part-time - Entry Level

Centralia, IL

About the position

The position involves performing instructional and related duties in the College's Music program. The adjunct faculty member will report to the Dean of Arts and Sciences, who in turn reports to the Vice President of Instructional Services and the President. The role requires a commitment to student-centered learning and the use of technology and innovation in instruction across various delivery modes, including face-to-face, online, hybrid, and blended formats.

Responsibilities

• Perform instructional duties as assigned for subject area.
• Remain abreast of current trends, technologies and information in subject area.
• Prepare or update syllabi as needed for all courses in which the adjunct faculty member has instructional responsibilities.
• Recommend textbooks and equipment necessary for instructional assignments.
• Ensure classroom/lab area has sufficient inventory of supplies for instructional purposes.
• Maintain a safe, clean and orderly environment conducive for learning.
• Maintain attendance and grade records and provide these records for review as requested.
• Perform assessment of student learning and participate in college-wide assessment program.
• Communicate with department faculty regularly to ensure consistency in curriculum and assessment.
• Report absences from assigned responsibilities promptly to the Academic Dean.
• Ensure access to students and college employees through timely communication.
• Promote an educational environment that recognizes and values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Music or related field.
• Commitment to student-centered learning and the use of technology and innovation in instruction.
• Excellent communication, organization, planning, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and promote teamwork within the college community.
• Commitment to community college philosophy.
• Experience teaching private music lessons.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree in Music or Music Education, or a Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Music.
• Experience teaching private music lessons in vocal, percussion, woodwinds, and/or brass.
• Piano experience.