Part Time Faculty- Percussion Instructor

Vermont State University Castleton is seeking an individual for the position of Applied Lesson Instructor:
Percussion. This is a part time position. The requirements of this job include a master's degree in music, with a preference in percussion performance. Substantial teaching and performance experience may be considered. You will be expected to teach weekly 50-minute lessons for each registered student and prepare them for performance labs, juries, and recitals. Applied lesson instructors are also required to attend end of the semester performance juries.

Other opportunities for course teaching, such as Percussion Teaching Methods, may arise as needed, along with additional performance or coaching opportunities.

• Masters in Music preferred
• Substantial teaching and performing experience may be considered
• At least 5 years teaching experience
• Collegiate teaching experience preferred

• Teaching weekly private applied lessons to music majors and non-majors
• Preparing Music Majors for bi-annual Performance Labs and Juries
• Preparing Music Majors for Senior Recitals
• Possibility of teaching Percussion Teaching Methods to Music Majors

• At least 5 years private teaching, experience with concert percussion and drumset teaching and performance.

Scheduled Hours Weekly: 0

Budgeted Wage for this Position:
Budgeted $1648.00 per credit

Exempt Status:
Exempt Grade: P01

Job Posting Responsibilities:
Unit Determination:
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