Part-Time Faculty: DBS 140-546: Double Bass Lessons (Jazz​/Commercial) (Fall26​/Spring27

Part-Time Faculty: DBS 140-546:
Double Bass Lessons (Jazz/Commercial) (Fall
26/Spring
27)

The Setnor School of Music within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks Part-Time Instructor to teach DPS
140-546 Applied Music – Double Bass Lessons (Jazz/Commercial) during the Fall and Spring semester, . Private instruction in jazz performance techniques, including jazz styles, jazz music reading, jazz improvisational techniques, and combo and large ensemble performance skills.

Relevant academic credentials and experience including: A minimum of a master's degree in music (jazz or commercial bass performance) or equivalent experience preferred. Experience teaching studio electric bass/double bass at the collegiate level. Jazz/Commercial Music Performance credentials.

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.

Being present and instructing weekly lessons during Fall and Spring semesters. Set up lesson schedule. Attend jazz faculty orientation meeting, and jazz faculty meetings throughout the semester (approximately 3 per semester). Collaborate to build and maintain the jazz/commercial bass 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 jazz and commercial music audition materials for assigned prospective students. Participate in performances with jazz and commercial music faculty as requested. 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 major jazz & commercial music events where possible.