Adjunct Faculty - Music - Diction for Singers (English and Italian) and Applied Voice Lessons

Grand Rapids Community College • Grand Rapids, MI

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The College is interested in seeking candidates to teach Diction for Singers (English and Italian) and Applied Voice Lessons in the Fall 2026 semester at our downtown campus. Diction for Singers meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30 - 5:30. There may be opportunities to teach additional music courses as needed. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students. Adjunct needs are determined on a semester by semester basis, as are the number of sections offered each semester. GRCC classes are held at a variety of times, Monday through Saturday in different modalities such as Hybrid, Online & Virtual. For semester start and end dates, see GRCC�s Academic Calendar.

Requirements

• Master�s degree in Music - Vocal Performance or comparable degree from an accredited institution required.
• Successful applied voice teaching experience to students at varying stages of vocal development is required.
• Experience working with adults from diverse backgrounds and with varying academic skills.
• Participation in professional development and/or continuous improvement activities in order to remain current in the field.
• Expert knowledge of IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet)
• Expertise in vocal pedagogy and vocal health.
• Knowledge of broad and diverse repertoire for voice
• Experience teaching and performing vocal diction in multiple languages
• Basic piano proficiency sufficient to teach applied voice lessons.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population and faculty team.
• Proficiency in using instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g.,Gmail, Canvas, Blackboard).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Teaching experience at a community college preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach GRCC course offering(s) in Diction for Singers and Applied Voice Lessons.
• Teach Diction for Singers, focused on English and Italian diction.
• Teach weekly one-on-one applied voice lessons to music majors, secondary applied students, and personal interest students.
• Prepare students for juries, recitals, auditions, and other performance opportunities.
• Participate in jury evaluations, performance class, and departmental performances when appropriate.
• Communicate/coordinate with the collaborative pianist faculty and ensemble directors.
• Mentor students in vocal technique, healthy voice practices, and stylistically appropriate repertoire.
• Follow the required syllabus template.
• Use the required textbook as determined by the department.
• Meet classes during the time scheduled and for the appropriate length of time required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• State course outcomes clearly at the beginning of the course and state the criteria and procedures for evaluating student attainment of these objectives.
• Promote an intellectually stimulating atmosphere in the classroom which is conducive to the attainment of high academic achievement and stated course outcomes.
• Keep accurate student academic records.
• Report grades by contractual deadline.
• Make reasonable accommodations as approved by the Disability Support Services to meet students� needs and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
• Follow College policy on the Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA).
• Make all reasonable efforts to respond to communication in a timely manner and provide reasonable means for student access to course information.

Benefits

• Wellness Program: Access resources for physical and mental wellbeing, and an onsite gym membership.
• Continuous Learning: Career development and educational opportunities.
• Retirement Plans: Secure your future with our retirement options, including the state retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level