New River Community College is hiring : Adjunct Faculty, Department of Music in U

Overview College of Liberal Arts, Department of Music – Adjunct Faculty at Kean University in Union, New Jersey. Kean University has grown into a comprehensive, global institution of higher education serving a diverse enrollment of more than 17,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Kean\'s mission is to provide an affordable, accessible and world-class education that prepares students to think and respond critically and creatively in a rapidly changing world. The University is a higher education innovator within New Jersey and offers multiple colleges and programs to deliver bachelor\'s, master\'s and doctoral study opportunities.

Responsibilities Applied Studio Voice – teach weekly 50-minute voice lessons in-person at the Union campus. A background in vocal pedagogy and prior teaching experience are preferred. An active performing career and background in studio development and recruitment is desired.

Choral Conducting – conduct rehearsals with the Treble Choir on Mondays and Thursdays from 4 : 30 p.m. to 5 : 45 p.m. A background in vocal pedagogy and prior teaching experience are preferred. Experience teaching sight-reading skills and musicianship training and a background in recruitment is desired.

All adjunct positions are non-tenure track. They require a master\'s degree in a related field and teaching experience unless otherwise indicated; candidates with an ABD, Ed.D., Ph.D. or other acceptable disciplinary doctorate are encouraged to apply. Proficiency in a Learning Management System is required, consistent with University guidelines.

Adjunct faculty teaching one three (3) or four (4) credit class shall provide at least one (1) hour of availability outside of the classroom per week for the duration of each semester / session taught by the adjunct faculty member. An additional thirty (30) minutes of availability shall be provided for each additional class taught during the semester / session. Availability may be in person or virtual and shall be scheduled by the adjunct faculty member, taking into account student needs. Adjunct faculty teaching fewer than three (3) credits shall provide at least thirty (30) minutes of availability outside of the classroom per week for the duration of each semester / session taught by the adjunct faculty member. Regardless of the number of credits an Adjunct faculty member is teaching, they may, at their discretion, provide additional office hours beyond the amounts required.

Compensation and Appointment Details Kean University Adjuncts are paid in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. The rate of pay by credit is as follows :

Effective September 2024 : $1,975 per credit.

Effective September 2025 : $2,100 per credit.

Effective September 2026 : $2,225 per credit.

Beginning in the 13th semester taught, adjuncts receive an additional $75 per credit.

Please submit a cover letter (indicating availability for days, evenings or weekends and preferred campus location), resume and contact information for three professional references.

Review of applications will begin immediately and be on-going. Official transcripts are required before appointment.

Application Instructions Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts) : Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Additional Information Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act. Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures.

Mission Statement : Kean University, New Jersey\'s first Urban Research University, creates a world-class, innovative and inclusive society through equity and excellence in teaching, learning, global research, and impactful public engagement.

EEO / AA Statement : Kean University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Veterans / Disability Employer

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