Adjunct Instructor, Music (Applied Voice)

Title: Adjunct Instructor, Music (Applied Voice)

Area: College of Arts and Sciences

Department: Music

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

Employee Classification: Adjunct

Months per year: 4.5 (Faculty Only)

Salary Range: The internal salary range is $370.00 per credit.

Review Date: Review of applications will begin August 3rd and will continue until the position is filled.

Is this position eligible for relocation reimbursement?: No

Is this position eligible for a signing bonus?: No

At this time, the University has suspended all new H1B visa sponsorships.

Job Purpose

The Music Department at Gonzaga University in Spokane, Washington, is seeking an instructor to teach applied voice lessons - including a weekly studio class. Juries and studio classes are compensated in addition to the weekly lesson time. Faculty teach 12 lessons per semester to each student. 1 credit equals 30 min. and 2 credits equals a 60 min. weekly lesson. Lessons are preferably given during business hours, however, evening flexibility is also a possibility. Additional opportunities for GU Adjunct Faculty can include recitals, and potential for teaching academic courses based on the faculty’s expertise and needs of the department.

About Gonzaga University And Spokane, Washington

Founded in 1887, Gonzaga is a private, liberal arts institution located in Spokane, WA. Gonzaga’s mission reflects its Catholic, Jesuit, and humanistic identity. Gonzaga has been ranked in the top 20 for excellence in undergraduate teaching among National Universities by US News and World Report.

Gonzaga’s 152-acre campus sits along the Spokane River within walking distance of downtown Spokane, on the ancestral homelands of the Spokane Tribe of Indians. Spokane is the second largest city in Washington and pairs a lower cost of living with many urban advantages, including a conveniently located international airport, a vibrant art community, and a range of exciting restaurants. Located on the east side of Washington State, Spokane offers many options for outdoor enjoyment including hiking, boating and fishing on numerous local lakes, and several ski resorts within driving distance.

For more information on our mission, please visit: https://www.gonzaga.edu/about/our-mission-jesuit-values/mission-statement

Essential Functions

• Provide weekly one-on-one applied instruction to music majors, minors, and non-majors. - (Essential)
• Prepare students for juries, recitals, ensemble performances, and other performance opportunities. - (Essential)
• Maintain regular communication with students regarding progress, goals, and expectations. - (Essential)
• Collaborate with ensemble directors and other faculty to support student performance within the department. - (Essential)
• Submit grades according to established deadlines. - (Essential)
• For applied voice, lead a weekly studio voice class. - (Essential)
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music
• Experience teaching applied lessons in one of the instrument areas listed.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Evidence of teaching effectiveness, including the ability to effectively respond to the academic needs of learners from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience teaching college age musicians.
• For applied piano, the ability to accompany instrumentalists in their recitals and juries
  
  

Educational Requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Physical & On-Campus Requirements

In-Office Presence - Ability to work on-site in typical office setting and participate in in-person meetings with colleagues: 5 days/week

Standing/Sitting - Ability to remain in a stationary position for a prolonged period: Daily (>75% of time)

Walking - Ability to move about on foot to accomplish tasks: Daily (>75% of time)

Lifting/Carrying - Ability to move or transport objects up to a specified weight: Often (50%-75% of time)

Attention to Detail - Ability to focus on detailed tasks for extended periods: Daily (>75% of time)

Problem-Solving - Ability to identify and resolve issues effectively: Daily (>75% of time)

Required Application Materials

• A cover letter that includes a one-page statement detailing your experience of teaching effectiveness including responding to the academic needs of learners from diverse communities;
• A curriculum vitae;
• Unofficial copies of graduate school transcripts.
  
  

Names and contact information for three professional references may be collected from advancing candidates during the interview process. References will be sent a link to upload a confidential letter of recommendation.