What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher of Saxophone position at Colgate University?
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Position Information
| Job Category | Casual Wage |
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| Position Title | Teacher of Saxophone |
| Full Time/Part Time | Part Time |
| Division | Dean of the Faculty |
| Department | Music |
| Hiring Wage/Salary Range | $65.00/hour |
| Department Statement | Colgate University is a special place to work and offers many unique opportunities, including the ability to work with and among world class faculty and staff at a highly selective residential liberal arts institution. This position provides an opportunity to become familiar with the variety of regular positions that are available at the University, as well as the ability to add employment at a distinct University to your resume. Successful candidates for this position will earn sick leave, paid time off, free parking, and a University 'Gate Card that provides access to fitness facilities, athletic and cultural events, as well as a discount on many items at the University Bookstore. This type of appointment is not approved to work more than 999 hours per year for all positions combined. Should incumbents work more than a total of 999 hours in a year the appointment may not continue beyond one year of service. |
| Accountabilities | The Department of Music at Colgate University invites applications for the position of Teacher of Saxophone, beginning in Fall 2026. This part-time role is ideal for an experienced professional with a strong commitment to teaching and a passion for fostering musical growth in a liberal arts setting. Colgate faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and scholarship. Further information about the Department of Music can be found at: http://www.colgate.edu/academics/departments-and-programs/music
The teacher of saxophone is responsible for:
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Requirements
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| Preferred Qualifications |
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| Education | Bachelor's degree in music required. |
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Posting Detail Information
| Requisition Number | 2026CW036Posting |
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| Temporary | Yes |
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| Job Open Date | 08/25/2026 |
| Job Close Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary |
Application Instructions: Along with your CV and cover letter, please upload a single PDF document that includes links to representative jazz saxophone performances. You may also include links to classical saxophone performances and/or samples of private lesson teaching, though these additional materials are optional. |
| EEO Statement | The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. |
| Clery Act |
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu. |
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It is the policy of Colgate University not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of their race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, pregnancy, national origin, marital status, disability, protected Veterans status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, being or having been victims of domestic violence or stalking, familial status, or any other categories covered by law. Colgate is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups, women, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.
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