Music Instructor; part-time Job Flint area,Michigan USA,Education / Teaching

Position: Music Instructor (part-time)

Position Summary

Faculty facilitate student learning and initiate and participate in efforts to consistently improve the level of student success. As learning facilitators, faculty consistently assess learning outcomes and their own teaching effectiveness (pedagogy). As professionals, faculty adhere to the ethical standards of their profession as outlined, for example, by the NEA and the State of Michigan. Faculty maintain licensure and certifications when applicable.

Essential

Duties / Major Accountabilities

Facilitate learning and improve student success

Work to create a supportive, student‑centered learning environment.
Coordinate and integrate individual student support activities with Student Services.
Mentor students seeking career and academic advice.
Maintain office hours and communicate with students via phone, email, fax, and mail.
Plan and develop instruction for face‑to‑face, classroom, laboratory, and technology‑based formats.
Follow instructional design practices in course preparation, including syllabi, learning activities, and assessments.
Provide learning activities that meet course objectives and serve diverse student populations.
Assess student performance and adjust content and methods accordingly.
Implement appropriate use of technology in the curriculum.
Infuse diversity, local, community, global, and environmental awareness into the curriculum.
Maintain accurate records of student progress and comply with all reporting deadlines.
Maintain confidentiality of student records in accordance with FERPA.

Maintain ongoing professional development

Engage in subject‑matter and pedagogical development.
Participate in conferences, workshops, and publications relevant to the discipline.

Participate in collegial initiatives

Attend faculty meetings at the discipline, division, Academic Affairs, and College levels.
Assist in evaluations of faculty and curriculum planning.
Participate in graduation activities and advisory committees.

Support the College’s operational success

Adhere to and support College policies, procedures, goals, and objectives.
Exercise stewardship of college facilities and materials.
Collaborate with Student Services and other campus units.
Represent the College positively in community interactions.

Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and administration.

Ensure a safe learning environment by minimizing and eliminating safety risks.

Minimum Requirements

Master's degree in Music, Music Education, or equivalent from an accredited institution.

Innovative, flexible, and positive teaching style; understanding the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.

Strong language skills: reading, analyzing, and interpreting professional materials; writing reports and procedural documents.

Mathematical skills: applying fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Reasoning ability: solving practical problems and interpreting varied instructions.

Technology skills: integrating computer applications into teaching.

Other skills: applying current research to instruction, planning lessons aligned with institutional objectives, establishing collegial relationships, and excellent oral and written communication.

Foreign degree must be certified by a professional evaluation service at the candidate’s expense.

Additional Desired Qualifications

Higher education teaching experience in voice/choral or instrumental/band, music technologies, music business, or other specialty music courses.
Experience using technology to enhance teaching, such as online/digital resources and course management software.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

Mobility: move about two‑thirds of the time and be stationary about one‑third.
Communicate regularly with individuals, reading and responding to needs in conversations and written documentation.
Operate all key software independently (Internet, Word, student database).
Present instructional material and answer questions in group settings.
Handle and mix chemicals safely where applicable, wearing appropriate gloves.

Work Schedule

Music Appreciation:
Wednesdays 3:00‑5:50 at Lapeer.
Fundamentals of Music:
Tuesdays/Thursdays 9:00‑11:50 on campus.
OR
Music Theory / Aural

Skills:
- Aural Skills meets Mondays/ Wednesdays 9:00‑9:50am.
- Music Theory meets Mondays/ Wednesdays 10:00‑11:50am.

Part‑time faculty are not required to hold regular office hours during semesters but must provide student consultations as necessary.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity institution, the College encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education and employment. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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