Adjunct Faculty - Management and Leadership in the Music Industry (ARTL-435)

Dean College • Franklin, MA

3d • Remote

About The Position

Dean College's School of the Arts seeks a dynamic, experienced, student-centered educator to teach ARTL-435: Management and Leadership in the Music Industry during the Spring 2027 semester. This is an advanced overview of the history and development of the contemporary music industry, covering general business principles, the record industry, copyright and intellectual property, licensing, music publishing, artist management, new media and distribution, music in film, television, and digital formats, and related topics.

The course is worth three credits and meets synchronously online on Mondays and Fridays from 2:00 p.m. to 3:15 p.m. EST. One section is available. The adjunct pay rate is $3,300 per section. Adjunct faculty are expected to hold one office hour each week for each section they teach. The School of the Arts provides a course charter with course objectives and learning goals, along with sample syllabi. Faculty are expected to use Canvas at least to the minimum level established by the College.

Dean College seeks instructors who emphasize experiential learning and active engagement and who create a compelling, professional learning environment for students from diverse learning backgrounds.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree and/or extensive professional experience in a field relevant to the curriculum or a related discipline.
• Ability and willingness to respond to and support students through college online resources and digital tools.
• Experience with or willingness to learn Canvas and classroom media.
• Expertise in learner-centered teaching.
• Experience using technologies and/or strategies to enhance pedagogy.
• Experience and ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse student body with varied learning styles.

Nice To Haves

• A master's degree.
• Evidence of strong teaching acumen grounded in a sound pedagogical and anatomical model.
• Experience teaching at the college level.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in areas such as music, theatre, and arts leadership according to the established schedule and course format.
• Create an engaging, student-centered learning environment emphasizing experiential learning and supporting students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Implement and assess course objectives and learning outcomes provided in the School of the Arts course charter and sample syllabi.
• Use Canvas to support instruction, communication, and assessment at a level consistent with College expectations.
• Hold one office hour per week for each course section to provide student support outside class time.
• Uphold professional classroom standards and contribute to the quality and reputation of the School of the Arts.

What This Job Offers

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