Adjunct Faculty, Music: Percussion Ensemble Director - FA26

College of DuPage

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About The Position

College of DuPage believes in the power of teaching and learning. We seek adjunct faculty members for the position of Music: Percussion Ensemble Director. COD faculty are committed to facilitate and support student success in learning. We strive to meet the individual educational needs of our unique, multicultural campus. The successful adjunct candidate will be committed to teaching in a multicultural environment and welcome the opportunity to work with students with diverse learning abilities. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that may include teaching assignments during days, evenings and weekends. We invite you to join our team and apply your passion for teaching and learning!

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s Degree in the field and/or a combination of education, training and tested experience required.
Broad knowledge of percussion techniques and a command of solo and ensemble repertoire for percussion.
Experience directing and/or performing with a percussion ensemble.
Evidence of successful work with students musicians.
Access to personal technology, home computer with appropriate ability to teach online required.

Nice To Haves

Ability to teach remotely with technology and experience in online or virtual teaching preferred.

Responsibilities

Program and rehearse music for the Percussion Ensemble.
Prepare the ensemble for 1 to 2 performances each semester.
Seek additional opportunities for the ensemble to perform in the community and on campus.
Teach private percussion lessons to COD students.
Course planning and instruction in classroom, lab, or clinical settings.
Courses may be conducted in various delivery modes, such as, face-to-face, on-line, hybrid and/or blended formats.
Student evaluation, and timely and accurate submission of required paperwork related to instruction.