Applied Music (Adjunct Faculty)

Applied Music (Adjunct Faculty) Summary Kansas City Kansas Community College (KCKCC) is currently seeking adjunct faculty to teach music courses at any KCKCC location. They will primarily teach Applied Voice Lessons with an opportunity to teach other music courses as qualified. This is a pool position with applications accepted on an ongoing basis due to increasing demand for courses in this subject area. Position Description Hold all class sessions according to schedule. Provide instruction, activities, assignments, and assessments to meet the Music Department Student Learning Outcomes for the specific course(s) taught. Use teaching methods that emphasize application, cooperation and collaboration and engage students actively in their studies, encouraging them to become independent learners with higher-order thinking skills. Organize and explain content using methods appropriate to students with differing abilities, levels of preparation, and cultural experiences. Assign and provide feedback for in- and out-of-class work, monitor student progress. Perform adequate assessment and analysis of assessment according to college requirements. Reflect on and evaluate the effectiveness of one's own pedagogy. Perform other duties assigned by the appropriate supervisor. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Possess advanced skills/knowledge in the following subjects: Voice, Vocal Pedagogy, Basic Piano Skills, Diction, Music Theory, and Music History. Possess strong written and oral communication skills. Must demonstrate a commitment to and ability to work with students and faculty. High-energy self-starter who can work with minimal supervision. Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships and establish credibility with all levels of employees in the organization. Detail-oriented. Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook. Ability to manage several projects with multiple deadlines simultaneously. Minimum Qualifications Master's or higher degree in music, Music Education, or closely related field. Two (2) years’ experience teaching voice. Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience in an open enrollment, urban community college. Experience with a Learning Management System such as Blackboard. Experience in learner-centered pedagogy. Demonstrated ability to accompany both student instrumental and vocal ensembles as well as soloists. Experience with jazz, musical theatre, or other styles of American Popular Music. Working Conditions While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and occasionally push or lift items. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work Schedule Must be able to work a variable schedule to meet operational needs. May require evening and weekend hours. Appointment is contingent on sufficient enrollments, or on program and scheduling changes. To Apply Visit and click on CAREERS for a list of available positions. As openings for adjunct faculty become available, candidates may be selected from this pool of applicants. Read the job announcement carefully noting the minimum qualifications and required information. Information in your application materials will be used to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. Submit unofficial transcripts during the application process, with official transcripts required upon selection for hire. Ensure that transcripts show a degree was awarded. If you certify your education level and it cannot be verified, your application may not be referred to the selection committee. Foreign degrees are acceptable if translated and equivalency shown to a United States degree. Attach documentation verifying completion of a degree or coursework to your application. Provide three (3) professional references with phone numbers and email addresses. A college selection committee will review applications and conduct interviews. Final hires are made by the hiring manager. Successful background checks are required for all recommended hires; some departments may require pre-employment tests related to essential job functions. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and duties as requested by their supervisor. The description may be revised as duties and responsibilities evolve. KCKCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr Kansas City Kansas Community College.