Trumpet Adjunct Applied Faculty

Department: Col of Visual and Performing Arts


Job Category: Adjunct Faculty


Job Type: Part-Time


Location: Fairfax, VA


Workplace Type: On Site Required

Sponsorship Eligibility: Not eligible for visa sponsorship


Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience


Criminal Background Check: Yes


About the Department:


The Reva and Sid Dewberry Family School of Music's mission is to enable every student to find his or her best musical voice; prepare each to fulfill society's need for artistic and innovative musicians, scholars, music educators, and ambassadors for the arts; and graduate each with hope, confidence, and distinction.


About the Position:


The Adjunct Applied Classical Trumpet Professor will teach individualized lessons, starting August 24, 2026.


Responsibilities:

• Teach Applied Classical Trumpet during daytime hours on campus;
• Assist with recruitment for the Trumpet Studio; and
• Participate in Brass Area initiatives, including performances, faculty recitals, auditions, and juries.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Music required;
• Successful experience teaching at the college level;
• Demonstrated experience working with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds; and
• An established reputation as a professional artist with a documented portfolio of live performances.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Music.

Instructions to Applicants:


For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Trumpet Adjunct Applied Faculty at Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and CV for review.


Posting Open Date: April 8, 2026


For Full Consideration, Apply by: April 24, 2026


Open Until Filled: Yes

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