Adjunct Instructor, Music

Title: Adjunct Instructor, Music

Area: College of Arts and Sciences

Department: Music

Telework Availability: On-campus Position

Employee Classification: Adjunct

Months per year: 4.5

Salary Range: $1,485.00 for MA/MS; $1,686.00 for Ph.D. or Terminal Degree per credit.

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 Ear Training I – III. Ear Training is a co-requisite to the Music Theory sequence. All music majors and minors are required to take Ear Training but sometimes non-majors are also able to enroll in the course. The courses meet two times a week for 50 minutes each. Additional opportunities for GU Adjunct Faculty are 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. The Department of Political Science awards the BA degree and enjoys a growing enrollment of politically involved, social justice-minded students. Our average class size is under 25, enabling our faculty to invest in engaged pedagogy and transformational teaching. 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

• Teach Ear Training
• Maintain regular communication with students regarding progress, goals, and expectations.
• Submit grades according to established deadlines.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Music.
  
  

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.
  
  

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 that contains the contact information for two professional references who can attest to teaching effectiveness.
• Unofficial copies of graduate school transcripts;