Music, Full-Time Faculty Job at Community College of Philadelphia in Philadelphi

Position Title :

Music, Full-Time Faculty

Requisition Number : FAC00547

General Description :

The Music Department invites applications for a full-time faculty position, commencing the Fall 2026 semester. The department seeks an innovative educator and practitioner whose expertise bridges music technology and musicianship, and who is committed to preparing students for contemporary careers in music and audio technologies.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate courses in areas such as audio engineering, music production, sound design, electronic music composition, music theory, history, ensemble instruction and nonlinear audio production and the music industry. Additional responsibilities include maintaining an active professional profile, participating in department service, assessment of courses and programs, advising students in both educational and career goals, and engaging with the broader academic and creative community.

Candidates must demonstrate a record of professional experience in music technology, production, engineering and nonlinear audio production (i.e. video game audio, virtual reality and / or augmented reality applications, audio installations, etc..) and a strong commitment to educational instruction. A Masters Degree in Music or an equivalent field of focus within audio technology is required.

College Intro :

Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, predominantly Black institution and a minority-serving institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. CCPs Strategic Plan affirms the Colleges long-standing commitment to quality, access, affordability and upward mobility while including an emphasis on diversity, equity and inclusion. This plan firmly plants student success at the center of all efforts, establishing the means for each student to achieve their goals.

Teaching faculty are an integral part of the larger Academic and Student Success Division at CCP including Workforce Development or Career Training. The Academic and Student Success Division is a community of learners committed to student success as demonstrated through equitable and measurable outcomes, innovative practices, relevant curriculum, quality learning, and a rewarding student experience. As a minority-serving institution, CCP faculty contribute significantly to our collective efforts to improve student success and eliminate racial equity gaps through the utilization of inclusive and high-quality teaching practices.

Specific Responsibilities :

• Teach Courses in the Music Department : Subjects to include audio and music production, video game audio and nonlinear audio sound design and implementation, music history, theory and theory. Applied instrumental and ensemble instruction is also possible where applicable.
• Facilitate student learning, provide effective instruction, and perform evaluations of student learning for all assigned classes, using each courses standard course outline as a guide.
• Work with other faculty and administrators in developing program curriculum, standards, and policies, including reviewing and participating in textbook selection process where appropriate.
• Meet all classes and other scheduled responsibilities such as office hours and meetings at the designated times.
• Commitment to the Colleges Mission : Demonstrate a sense of connection and responsibility for helping the College to achieve success through a commitment to its mission, vision, and values.
• External and Internal Community Relations : Actively participate in the academic life of the College; including participation in graduation, recruitment events, general assemblies, student life activities and other cross functional teams. Create learning opportunities for students inside and outside of the classroom including opportunities to teach dual-enrollment high school students.
• Collaboration : Communicate effectively, share vision, focus on people, initiate positive change, value differences and foster collaboration. Work with and inspire others to achieve college, department, and individual success. Proactively identify / address problems.
• Respect for Diversity : Establish an inclusive environment in the classroom. Demonstrate an understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds of the Colleges faculty, staff and students.
• Assessment : Full participation in the assessment of student learning and student learning outcomes at the course, program, and institution levels.
• Student Success : Strive for excellence in teaching, applying best practices in discipline, and modeling behaviors that encourage student success and retention. Utilize innovative teaching strategies and technologies for online learning and other technology tools to meet the learning needs of a diverse student population. Maintain office hours to meet with students outside of the classroom and respond to questions or concerns.
• Leadership and Development : Commitment to professional learning and growth, student mentoring, and service to the profession. Remain current in the use of technology, developments within the field of discipline, and developments related to teaching and student success.

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Work Location : Main Campus

Benefits Summary :

Benefits : Success Starts Here at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our employees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most.

Full-time faculty and staff benefits include : College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insurance Tuition remission (for classes at the college) Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution) 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5% Flexible spending accounts

Additional College benefits : Winter break : 1 week around the third week in December and New Years Spring Break : 1 week in March

For More information about the College benefits and eligibility based on employee class, please visit : https : / / www.myccp.online / human-resources / benefits-eligibility

Salary Grade or Rank :

5 or 6

Min Salary / Hourly Rate :

$69,377

Max Salary / Hourly Rate :

$110,365

Job Posting Open Date :

10 / 13 / 2025

Position Type : Faculty

Employment Status : Full-Time

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Interested candidates should complete an online application.

Community College of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment.