Part-Time Faculty of Music - Trinity Symphony Orchestra Conductor

Trinity Univesity•Waxahachie, TX

About The Position

Trinity University is seeking a Part-Time Faculty for the Fall 2026 semester to teach the following course(s): Trinity Symphony Orchestra (MUSE 1189) The TSO is a one-credit course that meets Monday and Thursday evenings from 7 to 9 PM. The fall semester typically involves one full orchestra-only performance in late October or early November, as well as preparation for a portion of the combined Christmas concert in early December. Typical responsibilities of part-time faculty members include but are not limited to: Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin Leading all rehearsals Listening to string placement auditions Tracking student attendance and following up with any concerns about absences Coordinating with the two student orchestra assistants to ensure smooth rehearsal set up and take down Completing the digital concert program(s), communicating with other ensemble directors (band, jazz, and choir) regarding shared student performers Most importantly, maintaining both a high level of musical achievement and supportive environment within the ensemble throughout the semester. This position will be a one semester appointment beginning August of 2026, and will be non-renewable.

Requirements

Master of Music
Established record as an orchestral conductor
Mastery of the relevant subject matter
Ability to design rigorous and meaningful rehearsal and concert programming
Ability to deliver engaging lectures, discussions, or in-class activities
Ability to design rigorous and meaningful assignments
Commitment to the liberal arts mission of Trinity University

Nice To Haves

Doctoral degree preferred

Responsibilities

Developing the course syllabus and ensuring that the syllabus meets departmental and University standards
Designing and delivering lectures, discussions, in-class activities, and assignments
Grading assigned papers, quizzes, and exams
Assigning early, midterm, and final grades in compliance with University deadlines
Maintaining office hours as directed by the department chair or program director
Making student accommodations as determined by the Office of Student Accessibility Services
Adhering to all instructional policies as published in the Faculty Handbook and the Courses of Study Bulletin
Leading all rehearsals
Listening to string placement auditions
Tracking student attendance and following up with any concerns about absences
Coordinating with the two student orchestra assistants to ensure smooth rehearsal set up and take down
Completing the digital concert program(s), communicating with other ensemble directors (band, jazz, and choir) regarding shared student performers
Maintaining both a high level of musical achievement and supportive environment within the ensemble throughout the semester.