Music Business Adjunct Instructor

Reporting operationally to the Campus Director and functionally to the Senior Educational Administrator, the Instructor will deliver classes and workshops, engage in assessment and marking processes, and deliver student support and administrative tasks. Our instructors provide a high‑quality learning experience for students and facilitate high‑quality student outcomes in line with the Institute's module learning outcomes and graduate attributes. These responsibilities correlate to three core areas: quality of learning and teaching, pastoral care – the engagement of students, and collegial practice – building capacity within the organization via active participation with peers and colleagues.

Music Business Adjunct Instructor Qualifications

Must have a certificate, diploma or degree and two years of related work experience or 10 years of work experience in an occupation relevant to the course of instruction.

Music Business Adjunct Instructor

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide education that aligns with the SAE model of curricula and delivery.

Establish a classroom environment conducive to learning and student involvement. For example, by building a strong classroom community, building student self‑esteem and self‑efficacy, and using positive nonverbal and verbal communication to motivate students.

Effectively manage the learning environment by being punctual, starting classes on time, establishing clear guidelines, and enforcing college policies and procedures.

Effectively plan and prepare for classes, focusing on student success and the achievement of learning outcomes.

Develop, revise, and update instructional plans to meet course competencies and develop course activities that support learning objectives.

Maintain, update, manage, and ensure the accuracy of the content on the Learning Management System (Canvas) for all assigned courses.

Use the Learning Management System (Canvas) to effectively engage and communicate with students to supplement and support course and program learning outcomes.

Contribute to a learning culture by participating in academic advising, serving on curriculum committees, supporting campus events such as new student orientation and graduation, and participating in various other workshops and collegiate meetings.

If required, post attendance within one hour of the end of class.

Complete student assessments, including assignment of grades within one week of submission, and final grades within 48 hours of the end of the course.

Contact and advise students and/or inform the administration of students who are at risk for attendance and/or academics to help provide support, and coordinate with academic staff to effectively manage commitment to instructional and professional improvement, including maintaining instructor eligibility according to applicable provincial regulations and accrediting bodies.

Abide by all SAE policies and procedures.

Other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate experience in audio and expert knowledge of subject matter.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to foster a cooperative atmosphere in a diverse community.

Demonstrated time management and critical thinking skills.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet frequently occurring deadlines.

Ability to work independently/without constant supervision and to follow instructions.

Knowledge of common office software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace) with the ability to complete administrative functions such as posting attendance and grades in a timely and accurate manner.

Key Relationships

Campus Director and Senior Educational Administrator

Student Success Manager

Campus Faculty and Staff

SAE Students

Key Performance Indicators

Effectively plan and prepare for classes and student success

Provide syllabi enrichment by developing course materials, and utilizing participatory and innovative teaching‑learning methodologies utilizing SAE approved curriculum

Classroom observations meet or exceed expectations

Follow standard course syllabi for successful student…