Full-time Temporary Music Professor - Orchestra Conductor

Clark College•Vancouver, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Clark College is seeking a full-time temporary Music Professor for the 2026-2027 academic year. This role primarily involves teaching first and second-year music theory and ear training to music majors in the AA Music Transfer Degree Program. The professor will also be responsible for curriculum development and coordination with state and area universities to ensure seamless transfer of DTA graduates. A key responsibility includes administering and serving as Music Director/Conductor of the award-winning Clark College Orchestra, which comprises students, adjunct faculty, and area music educators. The position also requires department and college service work to support the institutional mission, with a strong emphasis on student success and retention. The college values equity, diversity, and inclusion, and is committed to employee growth and support.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Music or Music Education.
Teaching experience, preferably in community college or other higher education setting.
Experience conducting orchestra.
Ability to teach Music Theory, Ear Training, Orchestra, Applied Music (if needed).
Ability to utilize presentation software, Canvas or other learning management systems.
Commitment to take eLearning classes for pedagogy of teaching online or hybrid modalities.
Ability and enthusiasm to use teaching methods that engage students and encourage them to be motivated self-learners.
Demonstrated competencies in curriculum and course development, pedagogy, student outcomes assessment, and the development of student critical thinking skills.
Competence in piano to support all levels of ear training instruction.
Willingness to recruit potential students at the local high schools.
Background check including criminal record history and sexual misconduct background check.
Completion of academic degrees will be verified through receipt of official transcripts.
Vocational Certification plan in place prior to the first day of classes.
Proof of identity and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to work.

Responsibilities

Instruct all classes as an expert in the discipline using active learning approaches that both engage and facilitate student learning.
Advise and assist students in their educational and career development.
Strive to enhance teaching and learning techniques.
Obtain and maintain Professional-Technical Certification requirements.
Participate in programming, curriculum development and assessment activities.
Work collaboratively with colleagues, businesses, advisory committees, and other educational partners to create unique learning opportunities at Clark College.
Participate in decision-making processes by taking part in department meetings.
Work well with people of all ages from academically, culturally, and socioeconomically diverse backgrounds.
Understand and commit to the mission of Clark College.
Work cooperatively in a variety of department-level activities and college or company-wide projects.
Pursue professional development to enhance teaching and learning in the department and College.
Teach first and second year music theory and ear training.
Develop and coordinate curriculum with state and area universities.
Administer and serve as Music Director/Conductor of the Clark College Orchestra.
Perform department and college service work as assigned.

Benefits

Vacation/sick leave
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Retirement plan
Tuition waiver
Fast, fresh, and healthy dining options at McClaskey Culinary Institute
Coffee Lounge in Hannah Hall
Clark Café in Joan Stout Hall
Campus bookstore
On-campus early childhood education care program (pending registration and availability)
Gym and recreation facilities available for membership
Wellness workshops and events