Adjunct Instructor of Music

Adjunct Instructor of Music for the Fall 2026

Carroll University seeks to hire an Adjunct Instructor of Music for the Fall 2026

Job Description

Carroll University's Music Program seeks a part-time, adjunct faculty member to conduct the Treble Choir (MUS
187) for the  academic year (fall and spring). This position calls for a skilled musician in the art of conducting choral ensembles and vocal development of collegiate treble voices. This is a part-time role that collaborates closely with the Director of Choirs and Vocal Music at Carroll.

Treble Choir rehearsals are in-person on our campus, on Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00-5:50pm, and the course counts as 4 credits on teaching load. There are 2-3 performances each semester that fall on a Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday. Occasionally, other on-campus performances/events may be requested by campus constituents. There may be an opportunity to conduct the Treble Choir during the Carroll Choirs' international tour to England (Spring 2027.)

Qualifications

* Advanced Degree in Music (required) with an emphasis in choral conducting (preferred)

* Experience working with singers at various stages of vocal development and musicianship (required)

* Experience teaching collegiate treble choir (preferred)

* Creative programming of choral repertoire (required)

* Demonstrate artistic experience as both solo and ensemble vocal performing artist (preferred)

To be considered for this position, please submit a resume/CV, cover letter, and 2-3 conductor-facing videos (1-2 videos should be of performances; 1 video should be of a rehearsal, and each video should not be longer than 10 minutes in length.)

The College:
The College of Arts and Sciences offers undergraduate programs through six departments - Communication, Criminal Justice and Sociology;
Computational and Physical Sciences;
English, Modern Languages and Philosophy;
History, Political Sciences and Religious Studies;
Life Sciences; and Visual and Performing Arts.

Carroll University:
Founded in 1846, Carroll University is an independent, co-educational comprehensive university grounded in the liberal arts tradition. The Pioneer Core general education curriculum has a strong emphasis on developing intercultural awareness, including cross-cultural immersion experiences. Carroll University is located in suburban Waukesha, 16 miles west of Milwaukee and 60 miles east of Madison. The University serves approximately 3500 students. The University, though intentionally ecumenical and non-sectarian in approach, is related to the Presbyterian Church, USA.

Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Carroll University is an Equal-Opportunity Employer

Application:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. As part of your application, please submit a cover letter, CV, and unofficial graduate transcripts. Submission of letters of recommendation, or course evaluations, is encouraged. Please indicate the course section letter(s) to which you are applying within your cover letter.

Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Carroll University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff.

The employment opportunities list is updated periodically based on openings. Applications will be accepted only for vacancies currently listed. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

As part of your application, please submit a cover letter, CV and examples of teaching effectiveness. If you have past course evaluations, please submit several that demonstrate your teaching effectiveness. In lieu of course evaluations, a letter from your current supervisor attesting to your skills in the classroom environment.

Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Carroll University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff.

The employment opportunities list is updated periodically based on openings. Applications will be accepted only for vacancies currently listed. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.