SME/ Adjunct Faculty, Music and Culture - General Education - Online Campus

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology

1d•Remote

About The Position

The General Education Department is seeking a dynamic and knowledgeable Adjunct Faculty member to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and instructor for the online course, "Music and Culture – History of Rock & Roll." This humanities course explores the evolution of rock and roll and its profound impact on society. The successful candidate will not only facilitate the course during the Summer and Fall terms but will also lead the development and design of the online curriculum. The role requires an individual who can translate a deep passion for music into an engaging, accessible learning experience for students from all academic backgrounds. This is a remote position.

Requirements

A Master’s or Doctoral degree in the Humanities, Music, History, or a closely related field is required.
Demonstrated subject matter expertise in the history of rock and roll and its sociological implications.
Proven experience in curriculum development, specifically for online, asynchronous delivery.
Strong background in the humanities with the ability to analyze music as a cultural and social force.
Documented success in teaching undergraduate students, with a particular ability to engage students from all backgrounds.
A visible passion for music and the ability to share that enjoyment through effective digital communication and storytelling.
Proficiency with the Canvas learning management system and educational technology tools.

Responsibilities

Lead the design and development of the online "History of Rock & Roll" course, ensuring the curriculum is academically rigorous, culturally comprehensive, and optimized for an asynchronous online environment.
Teach the course during the Summer and Fall terms, fostering a vibrant online classroom community through high-impact engagement strategies.
Deliver content that addresses the nature and function of music across a variety of cultural, social, and historical contexts, moving beyond mere chronology to explore the "why" behind musical movements.
Utilize creative pedagogical approaches to make the subject matter compelling and relevant for non-music and non-history majors.
Provide substantive and timely feedback on student work, focusing on the intersection of music history and humanities-based critical thinking.
Work closely with instructional designers and department leadership to meet course launch deadlines and quality standards.