Music Adjunct Lecturer
Olympic College

Description

Music Adjunct - General

Salary: $5,000 - $6,000 per 5 credit class

Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Department: Music - SSH Division

Reports To: Dean of Social Sciences & Humanities

This is for a Music Adjunct Faculty position that will teach OC's various Music History, Theory, Fundamentals, Appreciation classes. We are seeking someone who can teach in person as well as teach remotely, should circumstances demand that modality. Applications received are considered when submitted through the OC employment portal.

The position entails the teaching of course(s) in accordance with the college catalog, schedule of class offerings, course outlines designed by full-time faculty in the discipline, course syllabi, and any other discipline and/or division guidelines. The position includes the preparation of instructional materials, grading, and maintenance of accurate records for students. Adjunct faculty are also required to provide class syllabi to students and the submission of requested documents and materials to the division office as needed. Olympic College seeks applicants who are dedicated to student-centered learning, closing achievement gaps, support diversity, and social justice learning opportunities, and who employ data-informed decision making in their instruction.

Essential Functions

Teach assigned to Music courses according to the schedule developed, following discipline and course outline guidelines

Prepare for all instruction and instructional materials and grading for students in assigned classes

Submit records and requested documents for the assigned courses as scheduled and requested by the discipline area, division office, and college.

Must be willing and able to teach face-to-face instruction as needed at the Bremerton, Shelton and Poulsbo campuses as needed, and be able to teach the assigned classes remotely as needed.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in Music (or Music Education) required.

Minimum of two years' experience teaching Music, including to adults

College teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Graduate level knowledge of Music, including Music History, Appreciation, and Theory.

Ability to teach college level Music courses to a wide range of students (educational preparation levels)

Effectively teach and support a diverse student population, including students whose native language is not English, those whose origins may not be in the United States, as well as a wide-range of ages (Running Start - High School students, traditional college age, and beyond)

Special Skills

Foster a climate of multi-cultural understanding and appreciation.

Demonstrate success working with individuals and groups representing a wide range of diverse cultural, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing in the classroom and with other professionals.

Appropriately incorporate the use of computer information technology in the delivery of instruction (ability to teach various modalities of face-to-face, hybrid and online preferred).

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

Demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment, to the Olympic College mission, diversity, and a learning-centered climate.

Foster a student-centered learning environment in all classes.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered.
Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. The salary listed is a range based on per quarter. A collective bargaining agreement exists, and this position is covered by the Association for Higher Education (AHE). Flexibility is required to meet the needs of the department. Evening and/or weekend classes, instruction at satellite Olympic College campuses, and off-campus assignments including travel to clinical sites may be a part of the instructional load.
Adjunct positions at the college are open continuously and reviewed on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Individuals who apply to the applicant pool are considered active for a period of 12 months from the application date and may be contacted when vacancies occur. Applying does not guarantee that a position will be available or offered.
Adjuncts are not eligible for benefits upon their initial hire. Adjunct faculty must work 50 percent of a full-time load for two consecutive quarters to become eligible. Additional hours earned at other SBCTC colleges may count towards this requirement. Adjuncts are not initially eligible for benefits upon hire but could qualify for the following.
Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available.
For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here.
Conditions of Employment
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327. Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee.
How To Apply
To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials: Olympic College Online Application Resume Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position. Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate. Faculty members must submit official, unopened transcripts to the Human Resources department within 30 days of their employment.

Suggested Materials

Syllabi from recent courses taught.

Professional Letters of Recommendation (two or more suggested)

EEO Statement
Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College Provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies: Carroll McWhorter, 360-475-7301. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed and or modified without notice.

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