Instructor Or Assistant Professor, Music; Cello

Position Information

Posting Number F0534

This position is open to All Applicants

Job Title INSTRUCTOR OR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, MUSIC (CELLO)

Position Title/Rank INSTRUCTOR OR ASSISTANT PROFESSOR, MUSIC (CELLO)

Department Music

Position Type Faculty Employment Status Full-Time-Faculty

Salary Minimum - $61,525.00 per 9 months

Open Date 01/27/2026

Close Date 02/27/2026

Open Until Filled

No Effective Date of Employment

Job Description

Summary:

This is a full-time tenure-track faculty position. Teach applied lessons in cello and double bass, and teach courses each semester as needed by the department that may include online courses and/or dual-credit/early college classes.

• Ability to plan course instruction based upon approved syllabus/outline provided to ensure course content and objectives are met.
• Demonstrate skill, knowledge, and ability in the teaching discipline, cello and double bass.
• Ability to utilize a variety of teaching styles and methods to accommodate various learning styles of students.
• Successful experience utilizing instructional technologies, including computers, internet resources and other appropriate media in instruction.

Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the discipline.

• Successful college teaching experience in the discipline preferred.
• Ability to teach and communicate with students of varied multicultural backgrounds, ages and skill level.
• Knowledge of and commitment to teaching strategies and methods which enhance student success.
• Experience teaching college level online courses in various modalities and/or documented successful training in a college online learning management system (Blackboard, Canvas).

This is a security-sensitive position. Employment resulting from this advertisement is subject to federal laws that require the verification of identity and the legal right to work in the United States. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background and reference checks. The College reserves the right to cancel or extend all recruitment actions. Del Mar College is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

• Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course outcomes within the College grade and grade appeals procedures.
• Review, evaluate, recommend, and effectively use student learning materials.
• Review, evaluate, and revise assessments of program and institutional student learning outcomes and program practices to bring about action plans devised to implement systemic improvement in programs and assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines, and requirements of business/industry and higher education.
• Provide students with a written and accessible course syllabus that follows the Course Syllabus Guidelines and facilitates a clear understanding between student and instructor of the content, goals, requirements, expectations, evaluation methods and schedule of work.
• Maintain a classroom environment that promotes teaching and learning.
• Hold scheduled, posted virtual or physical office hours of at least one (1) hour daily and be available for and encourage conferences with students so there is a clearer understanding of the students’ work and the possibility of improvement.
• Assist in academic advising of declared majors.
• Assist with recruiting students and marketing programs.
• Teach assigned courses in a variety of times and locations in response to institutional need.
• Make continuous efforts to advance the quality of instruction.
• Develop and use a variety of teaching methods and materials to assist students who have differing educational and experiential backgrounds in meeting the course outcomes.
• Maintain appropriate professional relationships with students, colleagues and the community.
• Participate in the self-evaluation process.
• Establish goals and objectives which may include personal and professional development plans in consultation with the Department Chair.
• Maintain professional standards of competence in the discipline and teaching methodology through professional development/engagement activities.
• Serve on committees.
• Accept special assignments occasionally.
• Participate in scheduled institutional activities which include convocation and graduation ceremonies.
• Participate in department, divisional, and College meetings.
• Participate in College-related activities such as registration and selection of faculty.
• Participate in activities required to maintain program and College accreditation standards.
• Participate in the College planning process by assisting in the formulation of goals and objectives and budget priorities.
• Meet professional assignments in accordance with the College calendar.
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