Professional Studio Musician Adjunct Faculty; in-person

Title: Professional Studio Musician Adjunct Faculty (in-person)

Salary Range: $575 per credit hour

Contract Term Length: Not Applicable

Standard

Hours:

Varies

Work Location: On-Site

FLSA Status: Exempt

College: Owensboro Community & Technical College

Campus

Location:

Owensboro Community College

Department: Heritage, Humanities and Fine Arts

Owensboro Community and Technical College invites applications for part-time/temporary faculty as a Professional Studio Artist Instructor in the HHFA Department. The primary course to teach will be PSM 114 Bluegrass & Traditional Band/Ensemble. The course is offered in-person based on course content. Please note that this is an adjunct pool.

• Plan and conduct instruction, instructional activities, and prepare learning materials for assigned in-person or online courses.
• Provide instruction, coaching, and guidance to students in the assigned subject area, including bluegrass and traditional music performance.
• Plan and conduct a weekly evening ensemble rehearsal for the OCTC Capital Bluegrass Band/Ensemble, including preparation of repertoire, instruction, coaching, and performance readiness.
• Prepare lesson plans and instructional materials as needed, and maintain accurate records and reports regarding student attainment, attendance/activity, participation, and progress.
• Plan, coordinate, and participate in local performances and community engagement activities involving the OCTC Capital Bluegrass Band/Ensemble. This includes assisting with the identification and scheduling of appropriate performance opportunities and preparing students for those performances.
• Must be able to transport and set up basic sound equipment needs for student performances.
• Provide appropriate supervision and musical direction during rehearsals and performances and promote professional performance standards among participating students.
• Utilize the approved online course template and syllabus format; maintain an appropriate learning environment and classroom order and discipline.
• Provide timely and meaningful feedback to students regarding their academic and musical progress.
• Communicate regularly with students regarding instruction, rehearsals, performances, assignments, schedules, and other course or ensemble-related matters.
• Collaborate with local business, event possibilities regarding ensemble activities, performances, scheduling, and report leads to the Program Coordinator.
• Represent Owensboro Community & Technical College and its bluegrass/traditional music program in a professional manner at approved performances and community events.
• Complete required institutional training and other required professional development as necessary.
• Perform other duties related to instruction, ensemble activities, and student success as assigned.

• Associate’s degree or higher in the teaching discipline with demonstrated competencies required.
• Two (2) years of relevant professional experience within the past five (5) years is required.

• Excellent organizational skills; high attention to detail; independent; initiative-taking; able to work in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: ability to communicate with individuals at all levels throughout the internal college environment and external business and community partners, representing themselves professionally and courteously.
• Ability to multi-task, work under deadlines, and prioritize projects to meet deadlines with high level of efficiency and accuracy.
• Must have basic computer skills in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).

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