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Job Description

Job Description

With more than 20 years of experience, this popular early childhood music and movement program is seeking candidates to join the team.
The ideal individual is energetic, enthusiastic, outgoing, and has a passion for working with young children.

This position is part time. The part time hours are weekdays from approximately 8:30am to 12:30pm.

Responsibilities 1. Teaching a set music and movement curriculum. 2. Promote growth and learning through music and movement activities.

Requirements:
- Possess relevant early childhood education or related experience.
- Demonstrate the physical agility to move around, get up and down, and actively engage young children in music and movement activities.
- Possess the ability to inspire and foster creativity.
- Have reliable transportation.
-Qualify on required background checks.

Relevant areas include Early Childhood Education and Preschool Music Education.
Benefits
Training pay is $17.00 per hour.
Additional pay incentives and mileage compensation may apply.

Job Description

Job Description

With more than 20 years of experience, this popular early childhood music and movement program is seeking candidates to join the team.
The ideal individual is energetic, enthusiastic, outgoing, and has a passion for working with young children.

This position is part time. The part time hours are weekdays from approximately 8:30am to 12:30pm.

Responsibilities 1. Teaching a set music and movement curriculum. 2. Promote growth and learning through music and movement activities.

Requirements:
- Possess relevant early childhood education or related experience.
- Demonstrate the physical agility to move around, get up and down, and actively engage young children in music and movement activities.
- Possess the ability to inspire and foster creativity.
- Have reliable transportation.
-Qualify on required background checks.

Relevant areas include Early Childhood Education and Preschool Music Education.
Benefits
Training pay is $17.00 per hour.
Additional pay incentives and mileage compensation may apply.

Job Description

Job Description

With more than 20 years of experience, this popular early childhood music and movement program is seeking candidates to join the team. 

The ideal individual is energetic, enthusiastic, outgoing, and has a passion for working with young children.

 This position is part time. The part time hours are weekdays from approximately 8:30am to 12:30pm. 

Responsibilities 1. Teaching a set music and movement curriculum. 2. Promote growth and learning through music and movement activities.

Requirements:
- Possess relevant early childhood education or related experience.

- Demonstrate the physical agility to move around, get up and down, and actively engage young children in music and movement activities.

- Possess the ability to inspire and foster creativity.

- Have reliable transportation.

-Qualify on required background checks.

Relevant areas include Early Childhood Education and Preschool Music Education.

Benefits

     Training pay is $17.00 per hour. 

     Additional pay incentives and mileage compensation may apply.

Job Description

Job Description

With more than 20 years of experience, this popular early childhood music and movement program is seeking candidates to join the team. 

The ideal individual is energetic, enthusiastic, outgoing, and has a passion for working with young children.

 This position is part time. The part time hours are weekdays from approximately 8:30am to 12:30pm. 

Responsibilities 1. Teaching a set music and movement curriculum. 2. Promote growth and learning through music and movement activities.

Requirements:
- Possess relevant early childhood education or related experience.

- Demonstrate the physical agility to move around, get up and down, and actively engage young children in music and movement activities.

- Possess the ability to inspire and foster creativity.

- Have reliable transportation.

-Qualify on required background checks.

Relevant areas include Early Childhood Education and Preschool Music Education.

Benefits

     Training pay is $17.00 per hour. 

     Additional pay incentives and mileage compensation may apply.

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application:
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Summary: To provide quality instruction for student learning and to maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom and laboratories.

Department: Liberal Arts

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi.

2. Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned.

3. Submitting requests through the department head, program coordinator, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids.

4. Evaluating the academic progress of students.

5. Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.

6. Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required.

7. Scheduling two office hours. For extenuating circumstances in which office hours cannot be scheduled, the adjunct faculty member must submit a written plan to the Dean describing how students can access the instructor. Office hours are not paid during the summer session.

Required Qualifications: Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the Music teaching field

Availability/Closing Date: This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.
Pellissippi State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA employer

If you have any problems or questions please contact Pellissippi State Community College's Human Resource Office at or by email at
If you are interested in this position, click on the link to the top "Right" to apply.

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Title: Adjunct Instructor - Music

Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application:
• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

Position Summary: To provide quality instruction for student learning and to maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom and laboratories.

Department: Liberal Arts

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Planning and teaching classes as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi.
2. Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned.
3. Submitting requests through the department head, program coordinator, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids.
4. Evaluating the academic progress of students.
5. Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook.
6. Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required.
7. Scheduling two office hours. For extenuating circumstances in which office hours cannot be scheduled, the adjunct faculty member must submit a written plan to the Dean describing how students can access the instructor. Office hours are not paid during the summer session.
Required Qualifications: Master's degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching Music field

Availability/Closing Date: This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring and summer . Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.

Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.

Pellissippi State Community College is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA employer

If you have any problems or questions please contact Pellissippi State Community College's Human Resource Office at or by email at .

If you are interested in this position, click on the link to the top "right" to apply.
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**Description**
The School of Music at Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for an adjunct Instructor of Music Theory, starting in the Spring 2026 semester. We seek a colleague to teach special topics and/or upper-level Music Theory courses in their area of expertise. Expected course load is 1-2 courses per semester.
**Qualifications**
The successful candidate will possess a master's degree or higher, or equivalent experience, and have experience teaching Music Theory at the university or conservatory level.
**Application Instructions**
Application materials should include:
+ Cover letter
+ CV
+ List of 5 professional references.
+ Sample syllabi, indicating whether the course has actually been offered.
+ Evidence of record of successful teaching experience.
**Equal Employment Opportunity Statement**
**Carnegie Mellon University** is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, family status, marital status, parental status, religion, ancestry, veteran status, or genetic information. Furthermore, Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and is required not to discriminate in violation of federal, state, or local laws or executive orders.

**Assistant Professor of Music Education**
**Requisition Number:** 67102
**Location:** Boulder Colorado
**Employment Type:** Faculty
**Schedule:** Full Time
**Posting Close Date:**
**Date Posted:**
**Job Summary**
The College of Music at the University of Colorado Boulder seeks an accomplished music educator, teacher educator, and scholar with a background in elementary-general music (a focus on classroom music for all students in grades PK to 8) as well as in general music for secondary students (grades 6-12) to serve on the Music Education faculty. This full-time tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor will commence August 13, 2026.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
**Who We Are**
The Music Education area is a comprehensive department that includes Bachelor of Music Education, Master of Music Education, a Master of Music Education plus initial licensure track, and a PhD in Music Education. With 75+ undergraduate and 20+ graduate students, the department strives to be a nexus of teacher education scholarship and practice within an R1 research institution.
The College of Music, founded in 1920, is recognized as one of the top comprehensive music schools in the country. The College of Music offers seven degree programs in over 28 fields of study, at the bachelor's level through the doctorate. Our dedicated and encouraging community of 550 degree-seeking students, 70 full-time faculty, 30 part-time faculty, and 40 professional, technical and administrative staff produces over 350 performances and numerous guest lectures, master-classes, and outreach events each year!
The warm and collegial climate of the College of Music as a whole reflects the genuine respect among faculty and staff and the unified goal of providing a nurturing and encouraging environment for the students.
**What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be**
The final assignment of duties will be based on the expertise of the candidate. Teach and create innovative curricular offerings based on opportunities and needs within the department, which may include: teach undergraduate classes for music education majors in the area of candidate's specialization (elementary-general music and secondary-general music); supervise student teachers; teach graduate classes at the master's and/or doctoral level based on areas of expertise and the readiness of the candidate; supervise graduate research including PhD dissertations; advise graduate students and serve on graduate committees. Teaching in the summer is optional and may be available as an additional appointment. Participate in active recruitment of undergraduate, master's, and PhD students. Achieve a high profile of professional activities including maintaining an active research agenda, presentation at major conferences, and publication in peer-reviewed journals. Contribute to service within the department, College, and to local and national professional organizations; develop a mutually supportive relationship with local K-12 music educators.
**What You Should Know**
This position will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor (tenure-track).
The University of Colorado Boulder has implemented a reference check program ( with respect to final candidates for tenured faculty appointments. The reference check program is intended to allow CU Boulder to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their current and previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination, before making hiring decisions. All final candidates for tenured faculty appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information.
**What We Can Offer**
Annual Salary Range for Assistant Professor rank is $73,000 - $81,500. Onboarding assistance is available within department guidelines.
**Benefits**
The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits ( , including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder ( .
**Be Statements**
Be inspired. Be talented. Be Boulder.
**What We Require**
+ Completed all but dissertation (ABD) for a doctoral degree in music education.
+ Note that if an offer is made to a candidate whose doctoral degree is not complete by the August 13, 2026 start date, candidate will be appointed at the lower rank of Assistant Teaching Professor with a lower initial salary and a two-year contract during which the doctoral degree must be completed before converting to the rank of Assistant Professor and beginning the probationary period for tenure.
+ A minimum of three years of successful music teaching experience in classroom/general music at the elementary, middle school, or PK-8 combined levels.
+ Candidates must demonstrate a record of and/or potential for significant scholarly contributions to the field.
+ Hold or be eligible to hold an initial or professional Colorado teaching license with K-12 Music Endorsement. See for details on requirements, including reciprocal certification process for out-of-state license holders. Note that it is not necessary to apply for or receive licensure to be considered for or be offered this position, merely that applicants be eligible according to CDE requirements.
**Special Instructions**
Applications received by **Friday, October 31, 2025** , will receive full consideration. The position will remain open until filled.
To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. A current Curriculum Vitae.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
3. During the application process, you will need to enter contact information for three (3) references. We may request confidential letters of recommendation at a later time. This information will be kept confidential and viewable only by the search committee.
A teaching video may be requested later in the search process.
For questions, please contact: Dr. David Rickels, Music Education Search Committee Chair, ( )
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs ( .
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
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Posting Detail Information
Working TitleMusic Education Instructors - Open Pool 2025
Position LocationFort Collins, CO
Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person
Posting Number F
Proposed Annual Salary Range$46,000-$48,000 9-month base salary (prorated for part-time work)
Employee Benefits
Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it's a thriving community that's transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact.
+ Review our detailed benefits information here. ( Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here.
+ For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator ( .
+ Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in ( !
Position TypeFaculty
Work Hours/Week
Description of Work Unit
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance ( SMTD ) at Colorado State Universityempowers students to create, collaborate, innovate, and inspire. Through teaching, creative artistry, research, advocacy, and service,we elevate arts education. SMTD has 46 tenured and tenure-track faculty as well as 55 contract, continuing and adjunct faculty. There are currently over 550 students in SMTD , with 375 undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in residential and online music degree programs.
SMTD is housed in the University Center for the Arts, a nationally recognized state-of the art 350,000 square foot facility, that includes a 550-seat concert hall, a 275-seat organ and chamber music recital hall, a 320-seat thrust theatre, a 100-seat black box theatre, a 200-seat dance theatre, dedicated rehearsal, production and research spaces, along with classrooms, labs and practice rooms.
The College of Liberal Arts, within which the school is located, is the largest college in the University. It is a community of arts, humanities, and social science scholars who create and extend knowledge and artistry that develops reflective citizens and confident leaders. We value diversity and inclusion in the workplace, aspiring to a productive environment in which everyone feels valued, where their talents are fully utilized, and where all individuals can bring their full selves to the role. We promote the CSU Principles of Community - Inclusion, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Social Justice - We therefore encourage applications from all individuals who share these values, and we prioritize a fair and equitable search process that strengthens a diverse, creative, and effective community.
Colorado State University ( CSU ) is a land grant institution with a student enrollment of approximately 30,000 students in over 150 programs, and a faculty numbering 1,700. CSU is located in Fort Collins, Colorado, a beautiful city of approximately 175,000 located in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, 65 miles north of Denver. MarketWatch has listed Fort Collins as the "No. 1 Best Place to Live in America in 2020," and was also ranked No. 1 for the "2020 Top 100 Places to Live in America" by Livability.com. Additionally, Fort Collins is in America's top ten for best performing city, safest for driving and cycling, best place to raise a family, and No. 1 in the country for reducing harmful emissions by using alternative fuels and transportation. CSU was recently ranked first among Colorado-based educational employers and fifth among all in-state employers in Forbes magazine's "America's Best Employers by State!"
Colorado State University is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music.
Tenure/Tenure Track?No
% Research
% Teaching
% Service
% Administration
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on12/31/2025
Number of Vacancies
Desired Start Date
Position End Date
Position Summary
The School of Music, Theatre, and Dance may seek full time or part time, temporary Music Instructors to teach Music Education courses in the music division, and in administrative roles coordinating special programs.
Applicants are added to the pool list throughout the calendar year. Hiring decisions are made during the late spring and early summer for fall semester, during the early fall semester for spring and during the spring semester for the summer term.
Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)
Required Job Qualifications
+ Master's degree in Music or Music Education.
Preferred Job Qualifications
+ Documented teaching experience at the college or university level.
+ Experience working in public schools.
+ Doctoral degree in Music or Music Education.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application procedure: submit a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.
All materials must be submitted digitally.
This pool expires December 31, 2025. Individuals wishing to be considered beyond this date must reapply.
Background Check Policy Statement
Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.
EEO
Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
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