Music Instructor

Elmhurst University invites applications for an adjunct facultyposition in the music department with a background in K-12 generalmusic and music education. Experience teaching K-6 elementarygeneral music is a must, and additional experience teaching 6-12general music is desired. Main teaching responsibilities includeteaching K-12 General Music Methods, and arranging general musicclinical teaching observations and experiences for classparticipants. Position Status: Exempt Salary Range: The pay range is $3,800-$4,000 for a standard1.0 credit (4 semester hour) course. New part-time faculty start at $3,800 (Adjunct Level 1). Responsibilities Teach one K-12 Classroom Music (MUS 366) course during the Fall2026 semester. Use materials that are standardized across all sections of thecourse. Be present for all course meetings, including the final examperiod, and hold additional office hours to assist with studentquestions. Monitor student progress, grade assignments, and post grades in a timely fashion. Other Responsibilities Supports the mission, vision, and values of ElmhurstUniversity. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Master’s degree in music education Ability to teach and demonstrate utilizing the Orff-Schulwerk,Dalcroze, and Kodaly methodologies are a must Preferred Qualifications Orff-Schulwerk and/or Kodaly certifications Prior teaching experience at the college level Working Conditions/Physical Requirements The essential functions of this position are primarily performed inan indoor setting with limited exposure to outdoor weatherconditions. Work is often sedentary in nature and requires remaining in a stationary position for extended periods. Requiredabilities include speaking and hearing for in-person and virtualcommunication, using close and distance vision when readingdocuments or viewing screens, and performing tasks with repetitivefine motor skills. Work may require occasional lifting, bending,carrying, or otherwise moving objects weighing up to 15 pounds.Qualified applicants who can perform the essential functions ofthis position with or without reasonable accommodations will beconsidered. Additional materials, including letters of reference or officialtranscripts, will be requested prior to the start date. Benefits An overview of Elmhurst University benefits is available here. #J-18808-Ljbffr