Part-Time Faculty: PNO 120-726.3: Applied Music - Piano Lessons (Fall26 & Spr27

Part-Time Faculty: PNO 120-726.3:
Applied Music
- Piano Lessons (Fall
26 & Spr
27)

Job Title:

Part-Time Faculty: PNO 120-726.3:
Applied Music
- Piano Lessons (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

Hours:

Fall and Spring Semesters 2026-27 Lesson hoursTBD. Office hours are required.

Job Type: Part-time

Rank: PTI/Adjunct

Unionized Position Code: UA

Job Description:

The Setnor School of Music within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-Time Instructor to teach Piano Lessons, during the Fall & Spring semesters, 2026-27. Artist/Part-Time Instructor of Piano Lessons. Private instruction in classical performance techniques, including styles, music reading, pedagogy, and ensemble performance skills. Includes primarily secondary lesson instruction for music education majors and non-major lessons.

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.

Qualifications:

A minimum of a master's degree in music or equivalent experience preferred. Experience teaching piano at the collegiate level. Professional performance credentials.

Job Specific

Qualifications:

The candidate should have strong attention to detail, knowledge of course content, demonstrated pedagogical ability, as well as the ability to relate well in a classroom and one-on-one environment with college-level students. Preference will be given to applicants who could potentially fulfill multiple positions within the Setnor School of Music.

Responsibilities:
Being present and instructing weekly lessons during Fall and Spring semesters. Set up lesson schedule. Update a class syllabus. Prepare student assignments. Maintain regularly scheduled office hours. Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course. Meet all designated class periods. Participate in end-of-semester juries on an as needed basis. Participate in spring audition days, including review of on-line music audition materials for assigned prospective students on an as needed basis.

Submit completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to university regulations. Grade student assignments and exams in timely manner. Provide departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations. Build a positive rapport with students and other faculty. Support student performances at music events where possible.