Adjunct Professor –Violin Instructor

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration:
Open To The Public

Employment Status:
Part
-Time, Temporary

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: ES0000/0000/01

Salary Range: varies depending on assignment; minimum $950 per credit hour

Closing Date:
Open Until Filled

Location:

4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008

The University of the District of Columbia is a public land grant institution of higher learning dedicated to providing quality, career focused undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to launch, enhance, or change careers.

The University of the District of Columbia seeks a versatile and accomplished violin player. The prevailing candidate must teach assigned course(s) as determined by the needs of the program.

• Teach undergraduate courses in Violin performance.
• Maintain current knowledge of instructional methods pertinent to areas of assignment.
• Provide students an approved syllabus that includes course objectives and learning outcomes, teaching methodology, attendance policies in line with those of the institution, assignments, timelines and evaluation criteria.
• Use the institution’s learning management system to post syllabus, assignments and other materials and to communicate with students.
• Maintain records of enrollment and attendance, assessments and grades, submit class rosters and grade sheets by the deadlines established by the institution.
• Attend all meetings, ceremonies and official functions as specified by the Chief Academic Officer, Chief Community College Officer and/or Dean
• Attend one or more orientation session(s) to become familiar with the Institution’s mission and teaching philosophy, policies and procedures
• Meet with the Dean or Department Chair/Division or Music Theory Coordinator as needed to discuss all aspects of the course including student progress and curriculum development (may be required to provide input into program development).
• Adhere to University policies and guidelines in all matters concerning academics and student and staff conduct.

• Graduate degree in music education or violin performance and/or equivalent professional experience at least equivalent to those required for a graduate degree in music;
• Evidence of successful violin instruction at the college level.

Condition of Employment:
Temporary employment may be ended at anytime with or without cause.

Collective Bargaining Unit:
Dependent upon certain criteria, this position may be eligible for representation and require payment of union fees through direct payroll deduction.

Employment Benefits:
Due to the temporary nature of this appointment, this position is ineligible for benefits.

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination:
In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability.

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