Part-Time Faculty: VOC 110-716: Applied Music - Voice Lessons (Fall26 & Spr27

Position: Part-Time Faculty: VOC 110-716: Applied Music - Voice Lessons (Fall26 & Spr27)
The Setnor School of Music within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-Time Instructor to teach VOC 110-716 Applied Music - Voice Lessons during the Fall and Spring semesters, 2026-27.

Artist/Part-Time Instructor of Voice Lessons. Private instruction in classical performance techniques, including styles, music reading, pedagogy, and small and large ensemble performance skills. Possible secondary lesson instruction for music education majors.

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 studio voice 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 are able to 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.

* Collaborate to build and maintain the voice studio.

* Develop and/or 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.

* Participate in fall/spring audition days, including review of on-line music audition materials for assigned prospective students.

* 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.

Physical Requirements

N/A

Tools/Equipment

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Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume/curriculum vitae and cover letter.