Part-Time Faculty: DRA Vocal Techniques Musical Theater and Nonmajors; Fall Spr

Part-Time Faculty: DRA 108-418 Vocal Techniques for Musical Theater and Nonmajors (Fall 26 Spr 27)

Job Title:

Part-Time Faculty: DRA 108-418 Vocal Techniques for Musical Theater and Nonmajors (Fall 26 Spr 27)

Location:

Syracuse, NY

Campus:
Syracuse, NY

Commitment to On-Campus

Experience:

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range: $56.65 - $66.95 per lesson hour

Pay Determination:
Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months' salary unless otherwise specified.

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Hours:

Fall Semester 2026 and Spring Semester 2027.

Location:

College of Visual and Performing Arts/Department of Drama. Hours vary, as do days. Dates follow University academic calendar. Office hours are required.

Job Type: Part-time

Rank: PTI/Adjunct

Unionized Position Code: UA

Job Description:

The Department of Drama within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-time Instructor to teach DRA
108-418 Vocal Techniques for Majors and Non-Majors, during the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. Part-time instructors are needed to teach private lessons in vocal technique for musical theater majors and nonmajors in the Department of Drama (Majors: DRA
118, 218, 318, 418, Nonmajors: DRA
108, 308). These courses include the study of correct fundamentals of vocal production and performance skills appropriate to musical theater singing and are based on developing a thorough understanding of the musical theater literature. More advanced students will then understand and apply principles of classical singing to jazz, pop, rock, and Broadway styles of the 20th and 21st centuries (Contemporary Commercial Music).

For freshman and sophomore musical theater majors, instructors will be required to build on foundational skills presented and developed in Musical Theater Practicum and Foundations of Musical Theater courses. These skills include music reading, sight-singing, rhythmic accuracy, and song analysis. Instructors will also help prepare students at all levels for auditions, evaluations, and productions within the Drama Department. Specific course assignments will be based on enrollment needs and demonstrated ability to teach level-appropriate skills.

About The College of Visual and Performing Arts:
The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites .edu,

www.vpa.syr.edu. This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200 United.

Qualifications:

MM in Vocal Performance or Pedagogy; demonstrable experience teaching contemporary commercial music; and knowledge of musical theater repertoire. Extensive professional and/or teaching experience may be considered in lieu of advanced degree. Performance background in theater desirable. Preference will be given to candidates with excellent piano skills, and a demonstrated commitment to the advancement of equity, aesthetic diversity, and cultural wealth.

Job Specific

Qualifications:

Practicing artist.

Responsibilities:
Meet students for twelve weekly,…