Music Adjunct Instructor Vocal Jazz

Diablo Valley College•Martinez, CA

45d•$78 - $151•Onsite

About The Position

Diablo Valley College is seeking an adjunct faculty member for our Vocal Jazz Ensemble course (MUSIC 135) in the Music department. We are particularly interested in applicants with experience and expertise in leading students in the study, rehearsal, and public performance of standard vocal jazz ensemble literature for mixed voices, especially in a cappella styles of performance. The class rehearses Mondays and Wednesdays 2:30 PM - 3:50 PM in Room M-101 in the Music Building at the DVC Pleasant Hill Campus. Public performances and other rehearsals are scheduled throughout the semester on days and times to be arranged at both on-campus and off-campus venues. Once approved and added to our system, adjunct faculty may be approved to teach part time for other classes in the Music department, as well as substitute teaching. This is a part-time adjunct instructor position. We are seeking people who recognize the critical role community colleges play in social justice, who have ability in this space, enthusiasm for this work, ideas and vision to improve our approaches, and a commitment to achieving equitable academic success for the 50,000+ students attending our five beautiful colleges and centers. Our social justice work calls for employees who have a sense of social responsibility, interest in our community and world in which we live. The intention of social justice work is to strengthen humanity by understanding that every person deserves the benefits of fully participating in our society and institutions. Academic researchers have illustrated that crucial social justice principles are a compilation of equality, equity, diversity, inclusion, engagement, environmental sustainability and human rights. These complex principles are challenging to operationalize in higher education; yet, we are steadfast in our diligence to forge ahead to advance this vital mission. Community colleges are uniquely positioned to lead higher education in the work of social justice. Many of our students come from historically underserved and underrepresented backgrounds; students of color, students with recent immigrant histories, students from cycles of low income if not poverty, students from indigenous communities, and students from first-generation families. The idea of promoting social mobility through education is unconditionally and uncompromisingly embraced by community colleges. This is an exciting role, and it comes with a heavy responsibility. Simply put, we need to create environments where our students achieve greater academic success, so much so that we close our persistent equity/opportunity gaps. If you are committed to social and racial justice and if you are interested in joining a community dedicated to solving these inequities through education, please apply.

Requirements

For Music Discipline: Master's in music OR Bachelor's in music AND Master's in humanities OR the equivalent
For Commercial Music Discipline: Any bachelors degree and two years of professional experience Or Any associates degree and six years of professional experience

Nice To Haves

Responsibilities

providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules
creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking
evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work
meeting with students outside of class
maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics
maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas
fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member
maintaining accurate academic records
performing other related duties as assigned

Benefits

Membership in State Teachers Retirement System (STRS)
District-paid benefits (employee contributes 6%) for employee and dependents/domestic partners include:
- Medical (Anthem Blue Cross or Kaiser) insurance including chiropractic services
- Dental and vision
- Flexible spending (125) plan
- Life and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Deferred compensation (403b and 457)
- Sabbatical Leave
Additional Benefits: The District also offers eligible faculty employees, travel assistance plan, retiree benefits, and employee discounts on health memberships.