Adjunct Instructor - Music; Voice

Adjunct Instructor
- Music (Voice)

Randolph College Incorporated
- Lynchburg, VA 24503

Position Type:
Faculty
- Adjunct

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Adjunct Instructor of Guitar

FLSA Classification:
Part-time, Non-exempt

Reports to:

Head of Music Program

Summary/objective:
Provide weekly individual or group voice instruction to students enrolled in lessons each seven-week session. Prepare music minors to satisfy jury requirements as needed. Recommend and prepare students for public performance according to Department of Performing Arts schedule. Foster artistic and personal growth of students through musical study.

This position reports to the Program Head of Music and the Chair of the Department of Performing Arts.

Essential functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. Must effectively carry out the essential duties and responsibilities of this position in a manner that consistently demonstrates Randolph College's mission and core values in a positive manner.

• In consultation with the Head of Music Program, design and submit course syllabus before classes begin.
• Assess potential and skill level of each student and guide individual students according to their skills.
• Develop and maintain an appropriate instructional plan for individual students, including selection of appropriate repertoire.
• Maintain student engagement and encourage timely progress and skill development.
• Communicate effectively with students and colleagues, including the Head of Music Program, the Chair of the Department of Performing Arts, and/or the Registrar's Office as needed.
• Maintain and utilize institutional accounts for communication and assessment, including email, learning management system, and assessment platform(s).
• Maintain records of enrollment and attendance, assessments and grades; submit class rosters and grades by the deadlines established by the institution.

Competencies:

Strong oral and written communication skills as well as interpersonal skills are required. Strong organizational skills required. Demonstrate commitment to student success.

Supervisory responsibilities:

Not applicable

Work environment:
Position typically works in a music studio environment.

Physical demands:
Requires standing/walking/sitting for extended periods. May occasionally lift 10/15 lbs.

Travel required:

May travel infrequently on College business.

Required education and experience:
Bachelor's degree required. Prior instructional experience in either an individual or group setting.

• Master's degree and/or certification in guitar performance/pedagogy
• Experience working in a higher education environment.

Work authorization/security clearance requirements:
Must be authorized to work in the United States. Pre-employment criminal background checks.

Affirmative Action/EEO statement:
Randolph College is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, political beliefs, or any other classification protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, termination, placement, transfer, layoff, recall, compensation, and training.

Other duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.