Faculty, Music (Instrumental Music) Job at Austin Community College in Highland

Overview

Austin Community College is a public two-year institution serving a multicultural population of approximately 41,000 credit students each Fall and Spring semester. The college promotes student success and community development by providing affordable access to higher education and workforce training, including appropriate applied baccalaureate degrees.

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Job Posting Title

Faculty, Music (Instrumental Music)

Job Description Summary

The ACC Music Department seeks a full-time faculty member to direct and supervise the Wind Ensemble and other instrumental ensembles, teach applied lessons in Wind, Brass, or Percussion, recruit and build the instrumental program, and teach undergraduate music courses. Additional course teaching assignments depend on the qualifications of the candidate and departmental needs. A successful candidate will develop a comprehensive vision for the department, curriculum standards, and accreditation matters, and will be an active member of professional music organizations.

Job Description

The ACC Music Department is housed within the Division of Arts and Digital Media. This position serves as Director of the ACC Wind Ensemble and teaches applied lessons in Woodwinds, Brass, or Percussion. ACC offers transferable degrees for performance, music education, and commercial music.

Principal Responsibilities and Duties

Prepare and teach courses in the field of Music to the student population based on department learning outcomes, using instructional strategies appropriate to community college students and disciplinary standards.

Participate in departmental responsibilities and governance, including curriculum review, program review, assessment of student learning outcomes, and other departmental activities.

Evaluate student progress and provide timely feedback reflecting program outcomes and expectations.

Mentor students in the Music program.

Provide teaching and mentoring that respects equal opportunity for all students regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or other protected characteristics.

Remain current through professional development activities.

Support division and department goals through active engagement in decision-making and planning.

Serve on college-wide and departmental committees and task forces.

Perform other duties as assigned by the department chair, dean, or executive leadership.

Additional Duties

Direct the ACC Wind Ensemble and any chamber ensembles within the instrument specialty.

Teach applied lessons (Woodwind, Brass, or Percussion).

Develop community partnerships with music organizations and educational entities.

Recruit area high school wind, brass, and percussion students.

Additional course teaching assignments as needed.

Technology

Proficiency with computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.

Experience using a learning management system (e.g., Blackboard) to develop course content and manage administrative duties.

Principal Professional Standards

Appropriate use of the college’s learning management system.

Meet deadlines for attendance certification and final grades.

Participate in graduation and official college functions.

Maintain regular office hours to assist students and support retention.

Attend college-wide and departmental activities and meetings.

Demonstrate civility and collegiality in all interactions.

Comply with college policies and professional standards for teaching in a community college.

Required Education

In accordance with SACSCOC requirements :

Master’s degree in Music or Music Education; or

Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Music.

SACSCOC requirements may differ depending on courses taught within the discipline.

Preferred Work Experience

Three (3) years of experience in a higher education institution directing a Wind Ensemble and / or teaching applied lessons in Woodwind, Brass, or Percussion.

Qualities of a Successful Candidate

Ethics, integrity, and sound professional judgment.

Commitment to positive relationships with students, colleagues, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Ability to teach using dynamic, non-traditional methods for varying proficiency levels.

Up-to-date knowledge of the discipline.

Experience using technology to enhance learning.

Active and applied teaching and learning methodologies.

Commitment to teaching in a community college setting with multicultural sensitivity.

Commitment to a culture of care and Servant-Leadership.

Effective communication with students of varying skills and backgrounds.

Strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse populations.

Strong written and verbal communication skills; listening skills.

Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage schedule, including evenings and weekends and multiple campuses as needed.

Maintain confidentiality of student information.

Understanding of teaching in a community college to serve underprepared and underserved students.

Application Requirements

1. Upload the following documents to your application :

Unofficial / transcripts copies

Updated Curriculum Vitae (C.V.) or Résumé

Cover letter describing interest in the position

2. If selected, request official electronic transcripts to be sent from the institution to hrtranscripts@austincc.edu. Use this email as the recipient; do not select the generic option. If needed, contact your university registrar’s office. If official electronic transcripts are not available, a hardcopy can be mailed to :

ACC Human Resources

Attn : Prisca M Baker

6101 Highland Campus Dr., Bldg 3000, Suite 3.2224

Austin, TX 78752

Photocopies of transcripts or transcripts stamped "issued to student" are not accepted.

Working Conditions

Work is typically performed in a classroom or laboratory setting.

Standing, walking, sitting, and reaching for extended periods.

Follow safety rules and report unsafe conditions; take steps to prevent unsafe practices.

Salary Range

$64,427 - $96,197 (Based on a 10.5-month contract to start Fall 2026)

Number of Openings : 1

Job Posting Close Date : December 8, 2025

Clery Act : As required by the US Department of Education, employees must report violations under Title IX and, where applicable, campus security policies. If identified as a Campus Security Authority, you will be notified and trained accordingly.

Disclaimer : The above description is an overview of the job. It is not an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. ACC reserves the right to modify the description at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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