Adjunct, Music

Frederick Community College

MD

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
College Level Faculty, Communication Skills, Course Development, Diversity, FCC (Federal Communications Commission), Genetics, Multicultural, Music, Online Courses, Pedagogy, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Materials
LOCATION
MD
POSTED
3 days ago

Posting Details

Position Information

Adjunct Job Title Adjunct, Music Discipline(s)

The music program welcomes applications in all specialties but especially in the areas of percussion/percussion ensemble and contemporary voice. Most music instructors teach both credit and continuing education students, which means teaching a wide range of ages and ability levels.

Adjunct Job Description

Position Summary:

Adjunct faculty teach courses as assigned based on disciplinary needs, educational background, and experience. Adjunct faculty develop and/or present course materials as requested by their supervisor and evaluate student progress in adherence with the core learning outcomes of assigned courses. Adjunct faculty are expected to adhere to College requirements, work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community, and use varying teaching styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Facilitate student mastery of core learning outcomes using the most relevant and scholarly and artistic tools and practices available in the discipline.

  2. Actively engage students in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes, and advancement of critical essential communication skills.

  3. Infuse multicultural and diverse perspectives into the instructional process as appropriate and conduct classes in a manner that demonstrates respect for individual and cultural differences.

  4. Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.

  5. Maintain currency in academic discipline and pedagogy.

  6. Submit syllabi and other instructional materials in a timely manner.

  7. Maintain regular communication with students and, when appropriate, use the Student Success Alert notification process.

  8. Assess student work in a timely manner and submit course grades by the posted deadline.

  9. Online course instructors will respond to student email inquiries within 24-36 hours.

  10. Use the FCC email account provided for them to communicate with the College, faculty, staff, and students. Share this information with their students.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

  1. A master's degree in music.

Desired Qualifications:

  1. Significant professional experience.

Pool Number TS698P Special Instructions to Applicants

PLEASE NOTE: This is primarily a face-to-face teaching assignment. No online-only opportunities are available for this position.

All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member. This posting will remain active through 5/31/2027.

For questions regarding this position or for more information, please contact Brian Stipelman at bstipelman@frederick.edu

Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and strongly encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply. Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.

Non-Discrimination Statement

Frederick Community College is committed to the principles of equal opportunity and strictly prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment.

Essential Personnel? No Telework Eligible? No

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

    • To be considered for this position, you must possess a master's degree in music OR you must have significant professional experience. Please indicate whether you meet the minimum requirements for this position below.
  • Yes, I meet the minimum qualifications.

  • No, I do not meet these minimum qualifications.

    • Applicants must be willing to accept a class assignment within the next academic year. Please indicate your availability below - day/evening/weekends.

(Open Ended Question)

    • Are you available for in-person/on-campus teaching assignments?
  • Y
  • N

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

  • Resume/CV

Optional Documents

  • Cover Letter
  • Transcripts

About the Company

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Frederick Community College