Adjunct Instructor, Music and Private Lessons PTT

Position: Adjunct Instructor, Music and Private Lessons (2025-2026) - PTT
Under the general supervision of the Associate Dean and the Program the Adjunct Instructor is responsible for instructing students in various music courses and/or instructing students in individual voice, piano, strings, guitar, or music theory modules. Teaching assignments will depend on credentials and experience. The instructor will be responsible for creating course-content related materials, utilizing various teaching strategies - including Engaged Learning practices, monitoring and evaluating student progress, maintaining accurate student records using the required LMS grade book communicating with students, etc.

Essential Functions

Promote a Culture of Belonging

Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College's policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all.

Marginal Functions

* May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.

* Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.

* Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Ability to communicate effectively in writing, in person, and on the phone.

* Ability to use basic computer skills.

* Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary.

* The individual must possess the above skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

* Master's Degree that includes a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Music. For private lessons, degree should be in the performance instrument.

* Teaching experience equivalent to at least 18 semester hours, or 6 courses/sections, at secondary or post-secondary level that applies directly to area(s) of instructional responsibility.

Desired Qualifications

* Experience teaching online and/or hybrid formats.

* Experience using fiber or Life Size technology to teach classes remotely (i.e. distance learning).

* Familiarity with Engaged Learning practices.

Salary

TBD

Benefits

Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.

Schedule

This is a part-time temporary position with assignments based on program needs.