Violin/Viola Instructor Adjunct Faculty Pool (Non-Credit)

Position Details

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Position Title Violin/Viola Instructor Adjunct Faculty Pool (Non-Credit) FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Part Time Hours Per Week 1-15 hours applied lessons Work Schedule Morning, Afternoon, Evening, Weekdays, Weekends, or Online Position Salary Range $55 to $70 per hour, depending on education and level of experience Summary

The Music Institute at Howard Community College, a NASM accredited music program, seeks a qualified and enthusiastic violin/viola instructor for an adjunct faculty position to teach noncredit private music lessons to students of varying ages and skill levels. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong instrumental proficiency, effective teaching skills, and a commitment to fostering musical growth and lifelong learning.

Because the instructor sets their own schedule, this position offers flexibility and the opportunity to teach on weekdays, weekends, and evenings throughout the year. Lessons are taught in the HCC music studios at the Horowitz Performing Arts Center, providing a professional teaching space including grand pianos in every studio.

As a part of the supportive HCC music community, the instructor will have opportunities to develop and lead group classes, chamber music ensembles, perform on faculty recitals at HCC, and other solo and collaborative experiences that support the Music Institute's mission to share our passion for music with the community.

Essential Role Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality private violin and/or viola instruction tailored to students' individual needs, goals, and abilities.
• Develop engaging lessons that promote technical development, musical expression, musicianship, and practice skills.
• Communicate effectively with students and, when appropriate, their families regarding progress and learning goals.
• Maintain appropriate lesson preparation, scheduling, and student attendance records.
• Prepare students for studio classes, recitals, auditions, advancement to prestigious music schools and programs, or simply for personal enrichment, as appropriate.
• Potentially develop and lead group classes, chamber ensembles, or other collaborative music experiences.
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of music programming at The Music Institute.
• Teach private lessons of 30, 45, or 60 minutes in length. Lesson sessions are 4 weeks long in summer and winter session, and 8 weeks long in fall and spring sessions.

Minimum Education Required Bachelor's degree Experience Required

Prior private or classroom teaching experience

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Music degree, or equivalent professional performance and teaching experience, in violin, viola, music performance, music education, or a related field.
• Demonstrated proficiency on violin and/or viola.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with students of varied ages, backgrounds, and musical abilities.
• Ability to prepare students for auditions and performances as appropriate.

Physical Demand Summary Division Workforce, Career, & Community Education Department Workforce Career & Community Education

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number NB340P Number of Vacancies 1 Best Consideration Date Job Open Date 11/10/2026 Job Close Date Continuous Recruitment? Yes Applicant Instructions

• Pre-employment criminal background investigation is a condition of employment.

HCC is interested in all qualified applicants who are eligible to work in the United States. However, HCC will generally not sponsor applicants for work visas. Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland are eligible for work at HCC and include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington DC, Pennsylvania. Candidates must live in the commutable area or willing to relocate at their own expense if offered the position because HCC does not offer relocation benefits.

Please complete the entire HCC Employment Application (Candidates will be evaluated on completing the college's application in full).

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Howard Community College (HCC) is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affirmative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

HCC understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443-518-1100.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Due to HCC policy, only employees living in states contiguous to Maryland which include Virginia, West Virginia, Washington D.C., & Pennsylvania are eligible for work at HCC. Do you live in the commutable area or are you willing to relocate at your own expense, if offered the position?

• Yes

• No

• • Are you legally authorized to work in the United States on an unrestricted basis?

• Yes

• No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

• Teaching Philosophy (no longer than 2 pages)
• Media File