Adjunct Faculty - Music

St. Louis Community College•Meramec, MO

8h•Hybrid

About The Position

Adjunct Faculty - Music position is assigned to teach general education classes. This position may carry more than 1 class during a semester, with varying times and days. Adjunct Faculty are part-time faculty members who provide high-quality instruction in assigned courses in accordance with approved course outlines, departmental standards, and College policies. Adjunct faculty focus primarily on teaching and student learning and are responsible for maintaining instructional quality, academic integrity, and a supportive learning environment. Assignments are course-based and may vary by term, modality, and campus.

Requirements

Masters Degree

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching in Music general education preferred.

Responsibilities

Teaching general education music classes.
Teaching assigned credit courses in accordance with approved course outlines, syllabi, and instructional objectives.
Preparing for instruction, including course materials, learning activities, and assessments appropriate to the course modality (in-person, hybrid, or online).
Delivering instruction using effective teaching strategies that support student engagement and learning.
Assessing student performance, grading assignments and examinations, and providing meaningful, timely feedback.
Maintaining accurate academic records, including attendance, grades, and required course documentation.
Reporting midterm and final grades using the College’s designated systems by established deadlines.
Communicating course expectations, policies, and learning outcomes clearly to students.
Maintaining appropriate office hours or student availability, as defined by the department, at times convenient for students.
Responding to student, faculty, and administrative communications within established departmental timeframes.
Using the College’s learning management system (LMS) and other instructional technologies as required.
Ensuring courses comply with College policies, accreditation standards, and accessibility requirements.
Creating and maintaining a respectful, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Informing the Department Chair or Program Coordinator/Director as soon as possible when unable to meet a scheduled class or instructional obligation.
Participate in required orientations, training, and instructional meeting.
Complete required compliance training, including but not limited to FERPA and Sexual Misconduct training.
Coordinate with department chairs, program coordinators, or full-time faculty regarding course content and expectations.
Implement department-approved textbooks, course materials, and assessment practices
Maintain current knowledge and skills in the instructional discipline.
Adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs within the scope of the assigned course(s).
The College reserves the right to assign other normal instructional responsibilities as may be appropriate for part-time faculty.