Adjunct Instructor, Music; Percussion

Adjunct Instructor – Music (Percussion)
Essential Job Functions

• Provide instruction in percussion performance, includingapplied lessons, percussion ensemble, or related music courses as assigned.
• Develop and deliver lesson plans, instructional materials, and performance exercises that enhance students’ technical and musicalabilities.
• Evaluate and assess student progress through performances,assignments, and examinations.
• Prepare students for recitals, concerts, juries, and othermusical performances.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to students pursuing studies inmusic and percussion performance.
• Maintain accurate student records, including attendance,grades, and progress reports.
• Utilize instructional technology and learning management systems (LMS) to support teaching and communication with students.
• Support departmental concerts, rehearsals, and music program activities as appropriate.
• Adhere to institutional policies, academic standards, and departmental guidelines.
• Other related duties, as assigned.

• Master’s degree in Music, Music Performance, Music Education,or closely related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in music orpercussion-related coursework.
• 1 - 3 years of teaching experience at the college or university level.

• Knowledge of percussion performance techniques, repertoire, andpedagogy.
• Knowledge of music theory, rhythm, and musicalinterpretation.
• Familiarity with percussion instruments, including snare drum,timpani, mallet instruments, drum set, and auxiliarypercussion.
• Strong instructional and performance skills in percussion.
• Effective communication and teaching skills.
• Ability to evaluate student performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Skill in demonstrating proper technique and musicianship.
• Ability to teach percussion techniques and performance skillseffectively.
• Ability to motivate and mentor students in musicaldevelopment.
• Ability to prepare students for performances and musicalpresentations.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Other related duties, as assigned.