Lecturer of Performance (Drum Kit)

University of Colorado•Denver, CO

About The Position

The University of Colorado Denver’s College of Arts & Media, in the Music & Entertainment Industry Studies Department, is hiring a Lecturer of Performance (Drum Kit). The role focuses on inspiring and training contemporary drum kit players through teaching, with a maximum teaching assignment of six credit hours. Instruction may include lower-division half-hour drum kit lessons and upper-division full-hour drum kit lessons. Lecturer appointments are at-will, and teaching assignments are determined semester by semester based on the courses offered; assignments may fluctuate. Applications are considered on a rolling basis for up to three months from the posting date, and the pool may close earlier if openings are filled. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship, overtime compensation, or benefits. Applicants must consent to and pass a background check before a final appointment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (BA, BS, or BM) in Music or a related field, or qualifying tested experience.
Qualifying tested experience may include recording with a reputable label with a corresponding review from a reputable media outlet; extensive experience as a performer, composer, or arranger; representation by a reputable artist management company with an active roster of high-level artists; evidence of a national or international tour or festival; evidence of a song published or performed by a major artist or through a major publishing or media outlet or company; two years of successful teaching at a major university or college in the same or a similar program; or high-level drum kit performance experience.
Establish effective working relationships with a diverse population across the institution and community.
Communicate positively and effectively across various modalities.
Balance multiple projects and tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
Create equitable and positive experiences and contribute to a respectful, positive, and professional workspace.
Demonstrate understanding of access and engagement and commitment to developing equitable practices.
Set work priorities, follow through, and meet deadlines.
Use strong judgment and critical-thinking skills.
Listen authentically, communicate relevant information, anticipate problems, and offer suggestions for resolution.
Develop professional relationships with students and alumni and mentor students.
Commit to diversity, equity, inclusion, equitable practices, and inclusive pedagogy.
Demonstrate strong organizational teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Music or a related field.
Experience teaching music at the college level.
Experience teaching and performing multiple genre styles, or performing a style at a high level.