What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Instructor position at usm?
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In the application platform Cornerstone, please submit as separate PDFs:
Letter of interest
Curriculum vitae
Contact information for three references
Additional materials may be requested at a later date.
Review of applications will begin April 3, 2026. Only completed applications will be considered.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The
University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).
Job Summary
The School of Music at the University of Southern Mississippi seeks to hire a faculty member in the area of Music Education at the rank of Visiting Instructor. This is a one-year position with the potential for extension, though the School anticipates initiating a tenure-track search during the 2026-2027 academic year.
The anticipated hire date for this search is August 1, 2026.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate elementary and secondary general music courses.
- Teach undergraduate courses in instrumental music education.
- Teach other undergraduate or graduate courses in the music education curriculum and/or supervise student teachers in order to meet a 4x4 teaching load.
- Performs other duties as assigned.