Lecturer in Saxophone

Position Summary

The Department of Music invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Saxophone within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. This faculty position will teach applied saxophone lessons and may also be asked to teach other courses or coach ensembles (e.g., saxophone quartet). Responsibilities also include recruitment and may include attendance at departmental studio hour and instrumental seminar, as needed, on Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the University include teaching and professional activities as assigned.

This position is not benefits eligible.

Basic Instructional Duties:

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive applied lessons.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be able to teach weekly applied saxophone lessons in person;
• Ability to deliver instruction both in person and/or online as needed;
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Master’s Degree in Music with a focus on Saxophone Performance or related field.

• At least two (2) years of experience teaching applied lessons in saxophone.
• Evidence of significant performing experience on saxophone.

• Doctoral degree in Saxophone Performance or related field.

None specified.

• Based on course assignment.
• Occasional attendance, as needed, at departmental recital hour and instrumental seminar on Thursdays, 1:30-2:45 p.m., as well as instrumental juries, hearings, and recitals, as needed.

Typical of faculty in this discipline and instrument.

UN1041PO

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Part Time

Faculty

08/15/2026

Interim Dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

$900/student for Master's, $1300/student for Doctorate

07/14/2026

Open Until Filled Yes

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

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• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • UIW Website
  • Indeed
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  • Personal Referral
  • Employee Referral
  • Other
• Do you have at least a Master's Degree in Music with a focus on Saxophone Performance or related field?
  • No
  • Yes
• How many years of experience do you have teaching applied lessons in saxophone?
  • Less than 2 years
  • 2 years
  • 3 years
  • 4 years
  • 5 or more years
• How many academic years of teaching in this instrument do you have at the college or university level?
  • None
  • 1 semester
  • 1 academic year
  • 2 academic years
  • 3 academic years
  • 4 or more academic years