Part-Time Applied Music Instructor; Pool

Part-Time Applied Music Instructor (Pool)

Applications for Part‑time, Associate Faculty pools are continually accepted by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as‑needed basis. The Music department is seeking qualified instructors to teach individual lessons on one of the following instruments: flute, oboe, english horn, bassoon, trumpet, trombone, french horn, tuba, violin, viola, cello, bass, percussion, guitar, or piano.

• Provide instruction for assigned courses, including preparation for in‑class or online/distance education activities, evaluation of students' work, consultation with students outside of class and/or online, and maintenance of currency in the subjects taught.
• Maintain accurate class and other records required by the college.
• Submit attendance rosters and grade reports when due.
• Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.
• Maintain office hours each week, at 0.5 hours per week per section.
• Observe, support, and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and college.
• Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty Handbook.
• Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services.
• Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members’ area of expertise.
• Work cooperatively within the college community.
• Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the college community.
• Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias.
• Demonstrate respect for the dignity of each individual.

• Education – Possess one of the following:
  Master’s degree in music; OR Bachelor’s degree in music and master’s degree in humanities; OR A valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in Music; OR the equivalent of the above.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively teach, counsel, or work with persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds.

• Currently active involvement in music performance.
• Experience organizing performance recitals for students.
• Minimum of 10 years performing experience on the given instrument.
• Minimum of 5 years teaching experience on the given instrument.

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full‑time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $38,464 – $55,582 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

West Valley-Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ a diverse workforce who will contribute to an inclusive and welcoming educational and employment environment. The District is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, veteran status, and medical condition consistent with applicable federal and state laws.