Music Instructor Pool-Part-Time (Music Theory)

Nocccd • Anaheim, CA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a part-time pool position for a Music Instructor specializing in Music Theory. The instructor will be responsible for teaching music theory courses, including fundamentals, diatonic harmony, chromatic theory, form & analysis, and counterpoint. The role also involves teaching Musicianship and Ear-training at the college/university level. The candidate should be available Monday-Thursday between 7:50 am and 2:00 pm. A commitment to diversity and equity-minded practices in the classroom is essential.

Requirements

• Master’s in music OR Bachelor’s in music AND Master’s in humanities OR Possess a valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter area.
• The equivalent (related education, training, employment and professional experience determined by the District Equivalency Committee).
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff.
• Ability to demonstrate how diversity factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within the classroom.

Nice To Haves

• Completed Masters in Music Theory or Composition.
• Doctoral degree in Music Theory or Composition (completed or in progress).
• Experience teaching music theory beyond the basic level (chromatic theory, form & analysis, counterpoint).
• Advanced piano skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience successfully teaching Musicianship and Ear-training at the College/University Level.
• Experience teaching music theory at the lower level (fundamentals, and diatonic harmony).
• Experienced teaching musicianship (ear-training) at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach music theory courses, including fundamentals, diatonic harmony, chromatic theory, form & analysis, and counterpoint.
• Teach Musicianship and Ear-training at the college/university level.
• Design and teach curricula responsive to the needs of historically underrepresented and/or marginalized students.
• Serve as an articulate spokesperson, recruiter, and partner with the music faculty.

What This Job Offers

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