Part-Time Faculty in Music

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Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development.

The university is committed to having a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degree programs, which currently enroll over 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses.

Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For.

Job Summary

The Clayton State University Department of Film, Communication, and Performing Arts seeks a part- time Instructor of Music with a focus on commercial voice and music drama. The start date for this position is August 2, 2026. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate courses in commercial voice, classical voice, musical theatre performance, and related areas, while fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment for students pursuing careers in contemporary vocal performance and music drama.

Responsibilities

* Teach courses and private lessons in commercial voice, including styles such as pop, gospel, R&B, and musical theatre.

* Instruct music drama and musical theatre performance, including acting through song and stage presence, for students in all forms of music drama, including opera, operetta, musical theatre, cabaret, and contemporary formats.

* Provide individualized vocal lessons and mentorship to students

* Develop and update course materials to reflect current industry practices

* Participate in student performances, juries, and departmental events as appropriate

* Maintain regular office hours and communicate effectively with students

Required Qualifications

* Graduate degree or a minimum of 40 graduate credit hours in vocal performance, musical theatre, or a related field

* Demonstrated experience in commercial voice and/or music drama performance

* Experience directing or staging music drama productions

* Strong understanding of contemporary vocal techniques and industry standards

* Excellent communication and collaborative skills

Preferred Qualifications

* Ability to teach classical singing technique and style to applied voice students in addition to commercial styles

* Prior teaching experience at the collegiate or professional level

* Active professional career in commercial music or musical theatre

* Ability to teach additional courses in related areas (e.g., audition techniques, vocal pedagogy, or performance workshops)

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://.

Institutional Values

Clayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Our statement of core values is adaptability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and people-centered. Each Clayton State University community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on Clayton State's Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct can be found online at https://

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Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Clayton State University, as determined by Clayton State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be…