ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR OF MUSIC | STEEL DRUM

Job Details: Job Location: FMU - Miami Gardens, FL, Position Type: Adjunct Faculty , Education Level: Graduate Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Job Category: Education, JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION:                                          Adjunct Instructor of Music | Steel Drum

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT:           Arts and Humanities Division | School of Arts & Sciences 

FLSA STATUS:                                Part-Time | Non-Exempt

REPORTS TO:                                Chair, Arts and Humanities Division

The Adjunct Instructor of Music | Steel Drum is a part-time faculty position employed for a specific assignment and specified academic term. The Adjunct Instructor of Music | Steel Drum shall have the primary responsibilities to provide music instruction for the Arts and Sciences Division because music inspires, excites, guides, livens, and motivates students through its study, practice, and performance.  Teaching, at a minimum, includes regular and in-person instruction, responsiveness to students, the provision of timely and constructive academic feedback to students, and course and program assessment. This position will report directly to the Chair of the Arts and Humanities Division.

Essential Functions

Assists and provides support in fostering an environment and culture that inspires students to grow and supports the educational focus and institutional objectives of the band program and university. 
Creates an environment of active and genuine learning by employing a range of teaching strategies that meet the needs of all students.
Maintains your instrumental area by regularly checking equipment and your teaching area for possible damage, updating asset records, obtaining quotes for instrumental repair, and keeping in regular communication with the division chair.
Participates in the University's co-curricular ensembles
Prepares instrumental students either as soloists or ensemble members for the various performances that occur throughout the year.
Assists in rehearsals and sectionals or take the responsibility and direction of your own ensemble(s). 
Maintains skill and knowledge in music, teaching, and your instrument(s). 
Actively pursues the development and improvement of your instrumental area by accessing and implementing up to date teaching methods and curriculum tools. 
Utilizes Information and Learning Technologies as appropriate to your instrument(s) .
Seeks regular professional development opportunities such as attending appropriate seminars and courses.
Participates in subject or area association meetings as appropriate and maintain relationships with professional associations. 
Participates in professional development programs and the development and evaluation of the curriculum.
Continued professional growth as evidenced by research, publication, involvement in professional associations, and continuing education.
Complete all teaching, advisement, and service assignments which are a normal part of your duties in a professional and timely manner, 
Give individual evaluations of student performance, including midterm and final grades.
The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that logically relate to the position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Previous conducting/directing skills are desirable
Ability to handle information of sensitive and confidential nature in the utmost professional manner. 
Effective analytical and decision-making skills. 
Excellent communication (oral and written), organizational, time management skills
Effective interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse constituents.
Attention to detail and adaptability to a changing environment.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, LinkedIn Learning, as well as knowledge and understanding of the organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures. 
Familiarity with Jenzabar technology suite for higher education.
Moderate physical activity. Requires handling objects of average weight up to fifty (50) pounds or standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.

Minimum Requirements

This position requires a Master’s degree and 18 graduate credit hours in the music teaching area or a doctoral degree in the music teaching discipline required. 
Demonstrated Grade 5/6 level performance and sight-reading skills. 
Preferred qualifications—Experience directing groups.
Demonstrated skill on instrument or voice. 
A record showing commitment to customer service and the application of appropriate flexibility in response to issues and opposing points of view.  
An active passion for music and the local and international scene.
Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule that may include working nights and weekends.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal background check

Florida Memorial University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American Disabilities Act (ADA), those functions of the job that are identified as essential are required to be performed with or without reasonable accommodations.  Requests to facilitate the performance of essential functions will be given careful consideration.

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