ADJUNCT FLUTE

Music Adjunct:
Studio Flute Instructor

Bethany College invites applications for dynamic, student-centered professionals to join our vibrant community. Rooted in our Lutheran heritage and the transformative power of the liberal arts, Bethany prepares students to lead lives of purpose, leadership, creativity, and service in a complex and changing world. Located in Lindsborg, Kansas—affectionately known as "Little Sweden" and celebrated for its vibrant arts community—Bethany offers a close-knit environment where faculty and staff know students by name and mentor them in a highly personalized setting.

Education at Bethany is rooted in intellectual discovery and a deep sense of belonging, equipping students to think critically, lead ethically, and serve with purpose. As a small, private, rural college, Bethany plays an essential role in renewing civic life, expanding opportunity, and fostering community revitalization. We believe in the value of personalized liberal arts education, the power of community, and the promise of rural America.

At Bethany, you'll have the opportunity to inspire the next generation while contributing to the cultural and academic life of our campus and region as we prepare students to make meaningful contributions to the world.

Bethany College is seeking an Adjunct Studio Flute Instructor to provide one-on-one studio instruction to undergraduate music majors and non-majors. The Fine Arts and Humanities Division at Bethany College includes programs in Music, Art, English, and Religion. The division consists of eleven full-time faculty members who collaborate to provide a supportive and rigorous educational environment.

At Bethany College, you'll be teaching bright, purpose-driven students in a uniquely personal educational environment. Our student body thrives in our close-knit campus community located in Lindsborg, Kansas, where Swedish cultural heritage enriches the collegiate experience. Bethany students are characterized by their intellectual curiosity, active engagement in learning, and genuine desire to discover their true purpose. They value authentic relationships with faculty who recognize their individual stories, passions, and potential.

As an educator here, you'll have the opportunity to truly know your students—their dreams, their challenges, and their aspirations—while guiding them through transformative learning experiences. Our Swedes eagerly embrace leadership opportunities, form lasting friendships, and develop the confidence to pursue fulfilling careers aligned with their purpose. They're not just preparing for jobs; they're developing into thoughtful citizens who will think, act, and live with purpose long after graduation, contributing meaningfully to their communities and the world.

Essential Functions:

• Teach private flute lessons to assigned students
• Prepare students for:
• Degree recitals
• Departmental recitals
• Masterclasses
• End-of-semester performance juries
• Attend student juries and offer performance feedback
• Communicate regularly with music faculty and division leadership regarding student progress and instructional planning

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Music or related field
• Good communication skills, organized, and able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences, including students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, administration, and the community-at-large.
• Ability to handle multiple projects/assignments concurrently and be very results-oriented.
• Highly motivated and works well both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and motivate students.
• Regular attendance required

Preferred:

• Master of Music (MM) degree in performance or pedagogy
• Prior experience teaching applied lessons at the college level
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus, some knowledge of the Spanish language skills is a plus

Computer

Competencies:

• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
• Basic personal computer operation
• Willingness to adapt to a changing technology environment, i.e. updates, security, and new versions
• Ability to use multiple Internet browsers
• Competent in email and…